US grocery prices see biggest jump in 4 years as Iran war drives up costs

Grocery prices in the United States rose by 0.7 pc in April, the sharpest month-to-month increase in almost four years, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.US media reports said the rise supports concerns that the ongoing war involving Iran is contributing to higher food costs for American consumers.Fresh vegetable prices have surged by more than 44 pc on an annualized basis over the past three months. During the same period, prices of other essential items, including bread and milk, increased by 8 pc and 5 pc respectively.Coffee and beef prices have also risen sharply due to the impact of the conflict and other global market pressures.Higher shipping costs and strong international demand are adding to the pressure. Over the past three months, retail coffee prices in the US have climbed at an annualized rate of more than 22 pc.#From Al Jazeera...

Netherlands delegation in Ctg for sustainable port dev

A high-level delegation led by His Excellency Koos Dijkstra, Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Netherlands visited the Chattogram Port Authority (CPA).The delegation a courtesy meet at the  Chattogram Port's board room on CPA Member (Harbour and Marine) Commodore Ahmed Amin Abdullah on Tuesday. During the meeting, both sides held fruitful discussions on various issues related to port and maritime sectors, sustainable transport systems, logistics development, and potenti...

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Excess salt intake linked to nearly 24,000 deaths annually in Bangladesh: Experts

Health experts on Wednesday warned that excessive salt consumption is contributing to nearly 24,000 deaths annually in Bangladesh and called for coordinated national efforts to address the growing public health threat.The concerns were raised at a public awareness seminar organised by the Bangladesh Food Safety Authority with technical support from the National Heart Foundation Hospital and Research Institute, marking World Salt Awareness Week 2026.Speakers at the seminar said the average adult in Bangladesh consumes nearly 9 grams of salt per day — almost double the maximum limit recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).They noted that excessive salt intake significantly increases the risk of hypertension, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, stomach cancer, and other no...

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Bangladesh, Türkiye ink historic sports diplomacy MoU to elevate sports cooperation

In a move for international sports diplomacy, Bangladesh and Türkiye have officially signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the field of sports.State Minister for Youth and Sports Md Aminul Hoque and Osman Askin Bak, Minister for Youth and Sports of Türkiye signed the MoU on behalf of their respective filed, marking a new era of friendship, focusing on youth development, professional athletic exchange, and the modernisation of sports governance between the two brotherly nations.The MoU outlined a multifaceted framework for collaboration, prioritising the exchange of knowledge and expertise.Both nations committed to reciprocal visits of senior officials and experts to share best practices in the organisation and financing of major sports competitions.Meanwhile, the MoU emphasised the management and financing of world-class sports infrastructure, ensuring that both countries can benefit from shared technical data and teaching materials.In a significant commitment to social inclusion, the MoU highlighted the exchange of best practices for support programs and sports accessibility for persons with impairments and ensuring the highest standards of integrity and ethics in their respective sporting environment.This milestone MoU is expected to significantly boost the performance of athletes on the global stage while fostering a deeper cultural understanding through the universal language of sports....

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