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UAE warned Netanyahu of major Hamas operation days before October 7 attack, news report says

Haaretz daily says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was directly warned by the President of UAE that Hamas was planning a major offensive just days before the militant group attacked on October 7, 2023

The Hindu 8 Sep 2026 7:15 pm

Investigation after female staff at Eiffel Tower replaced by men for religious visit

The move saw outraged staff walk off the job on Monday, closing the French landmark for a day.

BBC 8 Sep 2026 4:30 pm

Dhaka airport's third terminal expected to partially open on Dec 16: Minister

Rashiduzzaman Millat says around 20 flights to operate initially; full operation expected by March or April next year

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 1:11 pm

Tk 15.29cr plant lies idle as water crisis persists in Bagerhat municipality

Lease of Pacha Dighi prevents plant from drawing water, leaving facility unused

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 12:17 pm

EU warns of chilling new terror menace 25 years after 9/11 as online youths seek violent thrills

Unlike 25 years ago when extremists, mostly from Saudi Arabia, entered the United States and trained to become deadly pilots the terror threat facing Europe today is mostly organised online

The Hindu 8 Sep 2026 12:11 pm

ITE Hong Kong 2027: 2/3 of Trade Buyers

Antara News 8 Sep 2026 10:52 am

Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino

Panama has declared a nationwide emergency over El Nino, a phenomenon developing over the Pacific Ocean that is affecting worldwide weather patterns and pushing up global temperatures.

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 9:44 am

North Korea and Russia open their first road bridge, a symbol of expanding ties

The first flag-adorned trucks trundled across the 1 km (0.6 mile) long two-lane bridge as Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and North Korea's Premier Pak Thae Song tuned in by video link to address workers and government officials from both countries.

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 9:37 am

Zheng stuns Swiatek to reach quarters; Rybakina, Gauff, Andreeva advance

It was one more gritty win for Zheng, the Paris Olympics gold medallist and a former world number four now ranked 121st after struggling in the wake of elbow surgery last year.

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 8:23 am

Second-hand smoke causes to nearly 1.7M deaths globally: study

Tobacco remains a leading cause of disease globally, the study said, noting many on-smokers exposed to second-hand smoke were among the estimate total of 8 million people who died in 2023 of smoking-related illnesses

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 8:23 am

Eiffel Tower closed in row over women removed for Hindu group

The Tower, which receives nearly seven million visitors a year according to its website, was closed all day on Monday, but will open as normal on Tuesday according to a staff representative

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 8:08 am

Hong Kong Watch

Antara News 8 Sep 2026 7:11 am

Iran values long-standing, civilisational ties with India: Foreign Ministry

Just days before the BRICS summit, Mr. Baghaei said that Chabahar Port is one of the issues of bilateral talks between India and Iran. He said, Various issues are usually discussed during consultations between Iran and India, including the Chabahar Port, which is important to both countries.

The Hindu 8 Sep 2026 6:11 am

Mourinho's Real mission begins with Inter reunion

When Jose Mourinho left Inter Milan for Real Madrid in the summer of 2010, he was at the peak of his powers. He had just guided the Nerazzurri to a historic treble

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 1:13 am

'We should win this': Tigresses face do-or-die UAE clash for India semifinal

It is a do-or-die affair for Bangladesh as they take on the UAE in their final Group B fixture of the Women's Asia Cup on Tuesday, with a semifinal berth on the line.

The Daily Star 8 Sep 2026 12:00 am

EU seeks to reassure a Trump-rattled Greenland with promise of a new partnership and investment

During a visit to the capital Nuuk, European Commission President offered 200 million in support over the next two years to help Greenland tackle climate change, boost internet connections and improve hydropower plants, fisheries and education

The Hindu 7 Sep 2026 11:17 pm

Israel threatens war with Palestinian Authority in case of October 7-style attack

Israel Katz said said attacks would include targeted killings of senior figures and the evacuation of residents from the cities and villages from which terror activity is carried out

The Hindu 7 Sep 2026 11:08 pm

Madrasa headteacher arrested over alleged rape of 3 students in Jhenaidah

Father of one of the students filed a case against the teacher

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 10:48 pm

Unapologetic Hasina names Selim to lead in her absence

The naming puts to rest much speculation over the leadership of this party

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 10:17 pm

Children allegedly made to swallow packets containing yaba; woman arrested

Suspected ringleader held in Anwara as Rab probes a syndicate operating between Cox

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 9:58 pm

Govt blames Awami League for energy crisis; opposition says mismanagement continues

Opposition proposes a permanent task force as govt targets relief by 2027-28 and a crisis-free energy sector by 2030

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 9:36 pm

The one-handed backhand's 149-year reign ends with Tsitsipas exit

Ben Shelton's run to the U.S. Open quarter-finals dealt a blow to tennis traditionalists on Sunday after his win over Stefanos Tsitsipas left the men's draw without a one-handed backhand and ended a 149-year Grand Slam streak.

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 9:16 pm

5 state law officers resign from Bangladesh Attorney General

Additional attorneys general and deputy attorneys general cite personal and professional reasons

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 9:11 pm

Bangladesh pins Asian Games hopes on four disciplines

Although Bangladesh will compete in 22 disciplines at the upcoming 20th Asian Games in Japan, the country

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 9:09 pm

Kurigram Express derails in Bogura, snapping rail link to Dhaka

No casualties reported

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 8:49 pm

Banks asked to verify certificates of all officers in 7 months

Under the new directive, banks must complete verification of the academic credentials of all existing employees by March 31, 2027

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 8:45 pm

BFF finally secures land for its Technical Center in Cox's Bazar

Under the FIFA Forward fund worth USD 3.6 million (approximately BDT 44 crore and 24 lakh), the BFF Technical Center is expected to include three football pitches, two four-storey dormitories, medical facilities, a gymnasium, a swimming pool and other amenities, subject to final approval from world football

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 8:42 pm

UCL 2026/27: Full fixtures in Bangladesh time and everything you need to know

For fans in Bangladesh, the early league-phase matches will generally kick off at 10:45pm and 1:00am BST. Those times will shift to 11:45pm and 2:00am after Europe moves out of daylight saving time.

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 8:30 pm

Large teak tree felled and stolen from Lawachara National Park

Forest guards and beat officer were at Jankichhara camp gate and main gate at the time of the incident

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 8:21 pm

Raped while returning from fathers grave: July martyrs widow tells ICT of daughters suicide

Witness alleges local Awami League leaders raped her daughter after she travelled to Dhaka to give investigators a statement about her husband

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 8:16 pm

Ensure transparency in infrastructure contracts to attract US investment: US envoy

US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen made the remarks during a meeting with Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 8:10 pm

5 students injured as classroom floor collapses at Habiganj primary school

Incident occurred at Pirijpur Government Primary School in Ajmiriganj upazila

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 5:57 pm

Deputy speaker rebukes 2 ministers for talking during MP

Kaikobad, Shahe Alam were asked to sit down and speak quietly as BNP MP Selina Sultana addressed the House

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 5:34 pm

Businesses seek time-bound RJSC services

Businesses have called for time-bound services from the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC), saying delays add to the cost and uncertainty of doing business

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 5:32 pm

Prime accused remanded, 8 more arrested over Savar SB officer killing

Rab says Altaf Hossain was attacked after he intervened in the assault of an elderly garage owner

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 5:24 pm

4 die of dengue, 1,314 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll this year reaches 121

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 5:20 pm

Water buses set to return to Dhaka

The revived service will offer commuters an alternative to the capital

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 5:18 pm

34-member body formed to assess binna grass use

The panel will assess the feasibility of planting binna grass (vetiver grass) across the country to protect vulnerable slopes from erosion and other damage

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 5:15 pm

Pietersen joins England coaching team ahead of World Cup 2027

The former England captain will be part of Brendon McCullum's coaching group for the upcoming T20 and one-day international series at home to Sri Lanka later this month, as well as subsequent series.

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 4:53 pm

Indonesia extends closure of four airports as volcano erupts again

Jakarta, Sep 7 (IANS) Indonesia extended flight suspensions at four airports until 6 pm local time on Monday after Mount Anak Krakatau erupted again overnight, sending volcanic ash toward Jakarta, authorities said. Airport operator Angkasa Pura Indonesia said flights remained suspended at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma airports, as well as Radin Inten II in Lampung and Husein Sastranegara in Bandung, Xinhua News Agency reported. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) said satellite imagery showed two clusters of volcanic ash still drifting toward Jakarta as of 6:00 a.m. Monday. The renewed eruption came after ash from Anak Krakatau disrupted more than 1,500 flights and affected around 170,000 passengers over the weekend. Mount Anak Krakatau, located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra, has erupted repeatedly in recent years. Its partial collapse in 2018 triggered a tsunami that killed more than 400 people. Last month, Mount Semeru, located in Indonesia's East Java province, erupted, sending an ash column approximately 2,000 metres above the summit, according to the Indonesian Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG). The eruption produced a white to grey ash plume drifting southeast and a pyroclastic flow along a river with a run of about 2 kilometres, the PVMBG reported. Authorities warned residents to avoid activity within 5 km of the crater and within 13 km along the southeastern river valley. In May, three people were killed after Mount Dukono erupted in Indonesia's North Maluku province. Mount Dukono erupted at around 7:40 a.m. local time on May 8, sending a column of volcanic ash up to about 10 km into the sky. Local rescue authorities warned residents not to carry out activities within a 4-km radius of the crater and cautioned that volcanic mudflows could occur during rainfall. Mount Dukono also erupted on May 17, spewing grey ash up to 5,000 meters above its peak. Indonesia sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire and is home to more than 120 active volcanoes, making it one of the world's most volcanically active countries.

bhaskarlive 7 Sep 2026 4:50 pm

PCB to probe players

PCB media director Amir Mir announced on Monday that the board had initiated the inquiry following

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 4:44 pm

8 divisional cities to get cancer, kidney and cardiac hospitals by next fiscal year: State minister

Infrastructure work in progress, equipment procurement and specialist recruitment nearing completion, says MA Muhit

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 4:28 pm

Farmers block Dhaka-Rajshahi highway in Puthia over fertiliser shortage, alleged overpricing

Protest ends after UNO assures supply at government-fixed prices

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 4:28 pm

August inflation eases to 8.26%

Food inflation fell to 7.02 percent in August from 7.16 percent in July

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 4:26 pm

Nasiruddin Patwary transfers voter registration to Dhaka-8

Patwary contested the February 12 national election from Dhaka-8 as an NCP candidate

The Daily Star 7 Sep 2026 4:20 pm

Indonesia's 'Ring of Fire': Key facts about the world's most volcanic nation

Mount Anak Krakatau's latest eruptions have caused major air travel interruptions, impacting numerous passengers in Indonesia. With a staggering 127 active volcanoes under surveillance, Indonesia holds the record for the most in the world. Currently, numerous volcanoes, including Anak Krakatau, sit at a heightened alert level. Notably, the 2018 eruption was linked to a deadly tsunami, highlighting the severe consequences of volcanic eruptions in this region.

The Economic Times 7 Sep 2026 4:09 pm

Anak Krakatau Eruption Forces Eight Indonesian Airports to Shut Down

Volcanic ash reaching 50,000 feet has disrupted flights, closed airports and forced schools online across Indonesia.

The LogicaI Indian 7 Sep 2026 3:53 pm