he travel disruption follows a major geopolitical development. On Saturday morning, US President Donald Trump announced that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cila Flores, had been taken into US custody after an overnight military operation.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has directed Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), owned by Shah Rukh Khan, to release Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the upcoming season, citing “recent developments.”

Begum Khaleda Zia came to my mother’s residence at Kalindi,” he wrote. “She sat with us, spoke lovingly of my mother and her memories, and comforted us as though she were one of our own. She showed immense respect and affection for Firoza Begum.”

An official of the relevant wing of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, “There is still no specific information on this matter. It is not possible to say when the gazette will be published.”

Joseph alleges that the dismissal caused significant emotional distress, including symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as financial loss. He is seeking damages for sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination, with compensation to be determined by a jury.

All cinemas and cineplexes across the country will remain closed today (December 31) in observance of the state mourning declared following the death of former prime minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia.

As the year draws to a close, let us look back at the artistes who stood out, earned applause, and signalled a vibrant future for the industry.

Vince Zampella, co-creator of the “Call of Duty” video game franchise, died on Sunday after a car accident in California, according to US media reports. He was 55.

We can never get back the stars we lost, but we can remember them profoundly through their work. Here is a look at some of the entertainers, who brightened our lives, that we lost this year.

While mainstream coverage focused on the unexpected outcome, social media buzz took a lighter cultural turn, centring on the striking imagery of DeMoor fighting in bright pink gloves.

This tribute honours those whose creative voices shaped Bangladesh’s cultural landscape.

Crowds began gathering in the National Parliament complex area from Saturday (December 20) morning to attend the janaza of Inquilab Mancha spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi. His body was placed at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban around 2:00pm. The presence of hundreds of thousands of people, cutting across party lines, has since become a subject of widespread discussion.

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The first poster for Kristoffer Borgli’s upcoming romantic comedy “The Drama” has been unveiled, with Zendaya sharing the image on social media. The film, in which she stars opposite Robert Pattinson, is set to release in cinemas on April 3, 2026 — and fans are already calling it the rom-com comeback moment.

Across more than five decades, Chatterjee appeared in over 400 films—an astonishing body of work that spanned genres, eras, and industries.

The company attempted to quell speculation on Saturday night by emailing its 82 million subscribers, stating, “Nothing is changing today” and emphasising that the acquisition remains subject to regulatory and shareholder approval.

Cyberbullying is a growing global concern, intensified by rapid technological advances. Women, whether public figures or ordinary individuals, increasingly face online harassment, abusive comments, and AI-generated content, affecting their mental health and social life—often worsened by victim-blaming. Many of these acts are criminal offences, yet questions remain about accountability and legal protection. To explore these issues, we spoke with singer Dola Rahman, a Barrister-at-Law and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.

Whether an actor, athlete, singer, journalist, a corporate, or as a woman, they have to carry the burden of such acts regularly. Every form of abuse must be addressed. And in this era of technology, where it takes seconds to post a derogatory comment, the response should be just as swift. Clear rules are needed to ensure that accounts can be properly identified, regulated, and held accountable. Without this, we only empower abusers to continue.

Actor and director Ziaul Hoque Polash, known for his work on screen and his social initiatives, is set to launch breastfeeding corners at five key locations in Chattogram through his voluntary organisation, Dakbaksho Foundation. The initiative aims to support mothers with young children who often struggle to find safe and private spaces to breastfeed while outside the home.

Fatima Bosch of Mexico has been crowned Miss Universe 2025, winning the title at a finale overshadowed by weeks of controversy. The 25-year-old humanitarian emerged as a crowd favourite after she was publicly berated by a Thai pageant director during a pre-pageant meeting, prompting several contestants to stage a walkout.