Richard Wheeler IV
Richard "Dick" Hazard Wheeler IV passed peacefully from this life on January 16, 2026 at the age of 96 following a brief illness. He grew up in Newport and developed a lifelong love of pond hockey, skiing and music. He and his wife of 74 years, Louise Erickson Wheeler, were high school sweethearts. He worked for 35 years at the Travelers Insurance Company as a director before enjoying semi retirement in real estate. In addition to his wife, Louise, he leaves a son, Richard Wheeler V and his grandsons, Richard and Robert Wheeler, a daughter, Christine and his youngest daughter Rebecca Wheeler, her husband David Protheroe and their children Evan, Drew, Brett and Bryn Protheroe.
Source:Daily Sun
January 25, 2026 18:00 UTC
William Shipp McGehee
William Shipp McGehee, 88, passed away at his home on January 15, 2026, in The Villages, Florida. His love of life and roads less traveled led him to the Florida Keys where he found diving and adventure. He became a treasure diver recovering artifacts and treasure in Chichen Itza, the Bahamas, Florida and the Caribbean. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra Fredericks McGehee. He was a devoted and loving father to Darren Matthew McGehee and daughter Dawn Shambre.
Source:Daily Sun
January 25, 2026 18:00 UTC
Ethel Sullivan
Ethel Elizabeth (Raymond) Sullivan, 90, of The Villages, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home January 16, 2026. She was married on November 11, 1954 in Salem, to her childhood sweetheart and love of her life, John Francis Sullivan, who preceded her in death in July 2022. Ethel enjoyed cooking, sewing, crocheting, bowling, golfing and traveling. Ethel is survived by her loving children: Donna Marie (Sullivan) Anderson of Grain Valley, MO, Michael James Sullivan of Kansas City, MOKaren Sullivan Losin and husband Dan of Citrus Hills, FL, and Mark John Sullivan and wife Deneal of The Villages, FL; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends who will miss her dearly. She will be interred with her husband, John, at Florida National Cemetery, and her celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.
Source:Daily Sun
January 25, 2026 18:00 UTC
Denying Saddam parole for wife and child’s burial violates rights, Constitution: ASK
In a statement on Sunday, ASK said the family had formally applied to authorities for Saddam’s release on parole so he could join the funeral prayers and burial. Saddam, president of the banned Chhatra League’s Bagerhat Sadar Upazila unit, has been in Jashore Jail since his arrest in a Aug 5, 2024 case. On Saturday evening, the bodies were taken to Jashore Jail, where he touched them for the last time before being returned to custody. It said denying parole in such extreme humanitarian circumstances amounted to inhuman treatment and breached Article 35(5) of the Constitution. Preventing Saddam from attending the funeral, ASK said, was inconsistent with Articles 7 and 10(1) of the ICCPR.
Source:bd News24
January 25, 2026 17:45 UTC
MoU signed between Atomic Energy Commission, Premier Minerals Limited
DHAKA, Jan 25, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Premier Minerals Limited (PML), an Australian company registered in Singapore, to conduct geological surveys and laboratory activities for the development of heavy mineral resources found in the coastal areas of Bangladesh. Atomic Energy Commission Chairman Dr Md Mazibur Rahman and Premier Minerals Limited Managing Director Craig Figtree signed the deal on behalf of their respective sides. The MoU signing ceremony was held at the Ministry of Science and Technology at the Bangladesh Secretariat, a handout said. Md Anwar Hossain, Secretary of the Ministry of Science and Technology, and Md. Rashedul Islam, Chairman of the Bangladesh Space Research and Remote Sensing Organization (SPARSO), were present, among others.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 25, 2026 17:41 UTC
Experts stress rapid implementation of effective water management policy
Photo: BSSKHULNA, Jan 25, 2026 (BSS) - Experts at a conference today stressed the urgent need for the rapid implementation of an effective water management policy, warning that failure to do so could render Bangladesh's southern region uninhabitable. In this context, experts emphasized that immediate and people-oriented implementation of effective water management policies is essential. The remarks were made during the second-day session of the three-day Third Coastal Water Conference, held at the city's CSS Ava Centre under the theme "Water and Ecosystem Protection for Sustainable Development." If the current situation continues, salinity in the south-western coastal region will increase, turning it into a marine environment and destroying the Sundarbans. "When plans are formulated, the opinions of affected communities are often ignored," he said, stressing the need for effective water management initiatives to protect the coast and the country for future generations.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 25, 2026 17:13 UTC
Bangladesh gold market breaks record as prices hit Tk 257,191 per bhori
Gold prices in Bangladesh have surged once again, with the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) setting a new all-time high for the precious metal. Under the revised prices, 21-carat gold will be sold at Tk245,527 per bhori, 18-carat gold at Tk210,419 per bhori, while gold under the traditional method will cost Tk172,919 per bhori. Bajus last adjusted gold prices on January 23, when the price of 22-carat gold was raised by Tk6,299 to Tk255,617 per bhori. According to the new rates, 21-carat silver will cost Tk6,940 per bhori, 18-carat silver Tk5,949 per bhori, and silver under the traditional method Tk4,432 per bhori. So far this year, silver prices have been adjusted eight times, with increases on six occasions and decreases twice.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 25, 2026 17:08 UTC
Inflation defies all measures, keeps rising despite economic relief
This has renewed questions over why four years of tight monetary policy have produced little result. Inflation, he argues, cannot be controlled through monetary policy alone and requires structural reform and effective competition. Instead of easing inflation, higher borrowing costs have squeezed the private sector, slowing investment and job creation without lowering prices. Business groups are demanding lower rates, but with inflation still above 6 percent, Bangladesh Bank has not cut the policy rate. As tight monetary policy continues to fail, it is increasingly clear that without effective market reform and structural intervention, inflation will remain entrenched.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 25, 2026 17:08 UTC
Two criminals arrested in Khulna
Khulna police arrested two wanted criminals from different parts of Khulna city on Saturday night. A press release from Khulna Metropolitan Police (KMP) Media Cell confirmed the matter on Sunday. Police said he is facing at least six cases, including murder, robbery, and illegal possession of arms. In a separate operation, police arrested Abir Hasan, also known as Abujar, 27, from the Purbobania Khamar Lohargate area. Abir, a close associate of Babualias Grenade Babu, is accused in 10 cases, including drug trafficking, extortion, and abduction.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 25, 2026 17:08 UTC
Monju still unsatisfied with polling environment, warns of another uprising
“An environment conducive to a fair election has not yet been fully ensured. During the meeting, Monju placed a series of complaints before the CEC regarding the overall election situation. He stressed the need to install CCTV cameras in every polling booth, saying that a credible election would not be possible otherwise. Referring to Barishal-3, the AB Party Chairman said that campaign activities of AB Party Secretary General Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad have come under attack twice. Calling the CEC for intervening immediately, Monju said that if a fair environment cannot be ensured, holding the election would become meaningless.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 25, 2026 17:08 UTC
BNP’s Nazrul urges Jamaat leaders to avoid arrogant remarks that ‘test faith’
“Jamaat leaders are saying they will not give us a single seat in Dhaka… I think they are saying such things to encourage their workers. But they should not say anything that even puts their faith (in Allah) to the test,” he said. Speaking at a discussion organised by Jatiyatabadi Muktijoddha Dal at the Jatiya Press Club, Nazrul, a BNP Standing Committee member, also warned Jamaat leaders that Allah does not like pride or arrogance. No such requirement exists,” the BNP leader said. Nazrul said BNP raised the issue with the Election Commission, which claimed it was done unintentionally by office staff.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 25, 2026 17:08 UTC
Govt to offer incentives to potato farmers amid production surge: Adviser
Jahangir Alam Chowdhury-File PhotoDHAKA, Jan 25, 2026 (BSS) - Agriculture and Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury today said the government is planning to provide incentives to potato farmers as they failed to get fair prices due to increased production. The adviser said production of major crops including paddy, potato, onion, vegetables and mustard has increased significantly this year. Paddy production rose by six percent compared to last year, while potato production increased by 14 percent. Onion production saw a sharp rise of 22 percent, contributing to price stability in the market, he said.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 25, 2026 16:28 UTC
A father lost his family, denied goodbye by the system
Prison officials said Jewel was not released on parole, but was allowed a brief viewing at the prison gate on humanitarian grounds. Bagerhat Deputy Commissioner Golam Md Baten later said the family had been advised to apply to the Jessore district administration, as Jewel was being held there. However, the Jessore district administration said no written or verbal parole application was submitted to the Jessore DC. You asked a question about agriculture.”Between law and humanityFor Suborna’s family, the debate over procedure offers little comfort. Circumstances, confusion and delay ensured he received only a farewell at the prison gate.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 25, 2026 16:28 UTC
62 BAF members replaced in DR Congo UN peacekeeping contingent
Photo: ISPRDHAKA, Jan 25, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) is replacing its 62 peacekeepers of the Aviation Transport Unit contingent deployed in the United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). As part of this replacement, 35 members of the Bangladesh Air Force left Dhaka for the Democratic Republic of Congo today aboard an UN-Chartered aircraft (Ethiopian Airlines), said a release of the Inter-Services of Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate this evening. The remaining 27 members of the new contingent will leave Dhaka for Congo on February 2, 2026 (Monday) in an UN chartered aircraft (Ethiopian Airlines), it mentioned. Group Captain Mohammad Salim Javed of the BAF contingent led the forces. Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Operations) Air Vice Marshal Javed Tanvir Khan and senior officers of the Air Force were present at the airport to bid them farewell, the release added.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 25, 2026 16:04 UTC