https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/jxi71p8tyn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/w1h5yv8x/2026-06-21T182547Z1997273274UP1EM6L1F6WUBRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BEL-IRN-1.JPG General view of Belgium players during the warm up before the match against Iran at Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California, U.S. - June 21, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T18:57:53.432Z Belgium's Lukaku starts against rejigged Iran side FIFA World Cup 2026, Belgium, Iran https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/m4hjaf18br https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/7bmxadr3/2026-06-21T161851Z1560274171UP1EM6L191QHRRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ESP-SAU.JPG Spain's Lamine Yamal scores their first goal against Saudi Arabia at Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. - June 21, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T18:12:36.193Z Yamal scores as Spain beat Saudi Arabia 4-0 at World Cup FIFA World Cup 2026, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia Professional League https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/parliament/f4dl94jrw6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/uap2spv5/Hannan-Masud.avif NCP MP Hannan Masud https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/v5l5aw33/Jaynal-Abedin-Faruk.avif Zainul Abdin Farroque https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/5p9u6v7s/Nahid-Islam.avif Opposition chief whip Nahid Islam https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/spfhb6zs/MIrza-Fakhrul.avif Local Government Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/opb5iq8r/Deputy-Speaker-Kayser-Kamal.avif Deputy Speaker Kaiser Kamal https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-10/utkr5gqi/Jamaat-Leader-Shafiqur-Rahman-in-Parliament.avif Opposition leader and Jamaat-e-Islami ameer Shafiqur Rahman in Parliament Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T15:32:54.505Z Row in Parliament over remarks by NCP MP Hannan Masud Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Budget 2026-27, Nahid Rana, Deputy Speaker Kayser Kamal, Shafiqur Rahman, Politics, National Citizen Party - NCP, BNP Government, Jamaat-e-Islami https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/s8dirfhwxj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/vso47uhf/963362-01-02.jpg Australia's captain Mitchell Marsh (C) holds the series trophy alongside teammates during the presentation ceremony as they celebrate their team's win at the end of the third Twenty20 (T20) international cricket match between Bangladesh and Australia in the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium of Chattogram on J21 June 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T14:42:25.595Z Marsh powers Australia to 3-0 sweep over Bangladesh Australia, T20 Cricket, Bangladesh https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/haf03sufrz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/el0r9la5/PM-Tarique-Rahman-1.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman arrived at Kuala Lampur International Airport, Malaysia on 21 June 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T14:35:22.527Z Malaysia rolls out red carpet to welcome PM Tarique Rahman Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Malaysia, Diplomacy https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/ktl2qaijny https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/y0cc974e/Finance-Minister-Amir-Khosru-Mahmud-Chowdhury.avif Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury speaks as chief guest at a budget dialogue organised by the private research organisation Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) at the Lakeshore Hotel in Gulshan, Dhaka on 21 June 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T13:25:17.084Z Govt needs 2 yrs to stabilise fragile economy: Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Budget 2026-27, Zonayed Saki, Electricity, Gas Supply, Investment, CPD, Economy https://en.prothomalo.com/international/6c87isrycz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/imwqj4hi/963528-01-04.jpg Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araghchi Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T13:23:09.688Z US, Iran begin talks as Lebanon conflict threatens deal Iran, US, Iran-Israel Conflict, Agreement https://en.prothomalo.com/video/zajxopf9bc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/cpes166a/Awami-League-Procession-in-Gazipur.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T13:19:31.806Z ‘Don’t come forward, or we’ll kill you’, police threatened from procession under banner of banned Jubo League Jubo League, Bangladesh Police, Gazipur, Threat https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/a77lc4ft22 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/2vetr3th/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21428vprl710.avif State Minister Bobby Hajjaj speaks at a consultation meeting on the development of the primary education curriculum. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T13:14:20.415Z Curriculum reform journey officially begins today, says State Minister State Minister, Bobby Hajjaj, Curriculum, Primary education, Directorate of Primary Education https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/wbadgi5v8r https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/3i9an600/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21exmqlmznSylhetDH052920260621Sylhet-Photo-003.avif Md Sarwar Alam Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T12:52:47.393Z Sylhet DC Sarwar Alam withdrawn over shrine controversy DC, Sylhet, Shrine, Deputy Commissioner, Public Administration Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/dwhibqs4vz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/leudnm4n/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-217al3r3dlড্রাগন-ফুলে-মধু-আহরণে-মৌমাছি।-ভুতের-টিলা-রাঙামাটি-২১-জুন।-ছবি-সুপ্রিয়-চাকমা.avif https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/rfqycii6/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-217al3r3dlড্রাগন-ফুলে-মধু-আহরণে-মৌমাছি।-ভুতের-টিলা-রাঙামাটি-২১-জুন।-ছবি-সুপ্রিয়-চাকমা.avif Bees collect nectar from a dragon fruit flower in the Bhuter Tila area of Rangamati on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/55uis96s/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21mo4n2tgd2faridpurfarmer21062026.avif A farmer couple stacks rice straw along a roadside to store fodder for their cattle in Kanair Tek, Faridpur, on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/2kjx1zp6/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-216pb1mzqg3-faridpur-woman-worker-21062026.avif Homemaker Hosneara Begum weaves a traditional mat using date palm leaves in the courtyard of her home in Charbhadrasan, Faridpur, on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/f6hzz2vc/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21dhc6t1dj4-khagrachari-woman-worker-21062026.avif A group of indigenous women carry freshly plucked mangoes in baskets from an orchard in Panchhari’s Dudukchhara, Khagrachhari, on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/jdu0064a/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21ck1sisxs5-rangamati-fruit-21062026.avif Bunches of Amra (hog plum) hang from a tree in the Lichubagan area of Rangamati’s Tanchangya on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/5yn2qe09/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21c066sydj6-moulavibazar-flower-21062026.avif A rain-soaked Kathgolap (frangipani) flower along the Shantibag walkway in Moulvibazar on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/qs6cywci/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21ira9jz027gardenflower21062026.avif A bee hovers over a cosmos flower at the Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute (BFRI) in Mymensingh on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/evlzttc8/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21n1imq97g8gazipurflower21062026.avif Wild Ghagra (cocklebur) flowers bloom along the bounds of a field near a marsh in Gosinga, Sreepur, Gazipur, on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/7d56qf4c/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21i57v2szq9rangpurhawker21062026.avif Buyers and sellers crowd a temporary wholesale fruit market early in the morning as Lotkon (Burmese grape) season reaches its peak at the Public Library ground in Rangpur on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/spjklvsf/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21sl1wfsg910-gazipur-bird-21062026.avif An Oriental magpie-robin (Doyel) perches on a bench amidst a green field in Bindubari, Sreepur, Gazipur, on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/fedxfv0z/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-214n2dfy5k11-rangpur-labour-21062026.avif Day labourers arrive in the city in groups searching for work despite inclement morning weather in front of the Police Lines in Rangpur on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/gpfc241m/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-210gcezpgb12sylhetboy21062026.avif Workers spray pesticides on tea bushes to protect the leaves from pest attacks during the peak plucking season in Malnichhara, Sylhet, on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/b03tfbzv/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-213ykkzhv813sylhethawker21062026.avif Customers choose household plastic items from a mobile vendor’s van in Malnichhara, Sylhet, on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/yyahz6sl/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21m3zt84k514rangamatiprotest21062026.avif Activists of various organisations form a human chain demanding the reinstatement of CHT Affairs Minister Dipen Dewan following the withdrawal of his resignation letter at the south gate of the DC office in Rangamati on 21 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/n90w4he4/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21tw4f9xk515cumillaFig21062026.avif Clusters of figs grow directly from the trunk of a tree near the Station Club in Cumilla on 21 June. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T12:44:21.397Z TOP SHOTS (21 June 2026) TOP SHOTS, Nature https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/accident/q1vassi14a https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/k3qct6vn/prothomalo-bangla2025-12-12hejp5ud1roadaccident02.avif Road Accident Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T12:16:03.206Z 5 Bangladeshis killed in Qatar road crash Accident, Qatar, Sylhet, Road accident, Expatriates' Welfare Minister https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/jslkyahutv https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/npdy3h4l/Local-Government.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T11:56:23.528Z A proposed legal framework for the local govt system Zilla Parishad Election, Upazila parishad, Local government, Local Government Election, union parishad, Politics, Democratic Political Party https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/yd59f222fr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/lhzyccf8/BCL-death.avif Mirza Ishtiaq Ahmed alias as Pranto Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T11:53:05.414Z Chhatra League activist dies in DB custody, family alleges torture Death, Custodial Death, DB Police, Faridpur, Bangladesh Chhatra League https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/gvy6to89xh https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/4eqeqik0/art-3.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/ypzzk91h/art-2.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/mncmcx5v/art-6.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/bj41qdex/art-5.jpeg Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T11:26:01.609Z A celebration of art and heritage at Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport Art, Hotel, Culture https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/s45i1k0cvw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/3m8d0jbo/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21s2j573upGazipur0.avif Jubo League activists hold a march in Gazipur’s Basan-Columbia area on 21 June. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T11:16:14.658Z ‘Don’t come forward or will kill you’: Threats to police alleged at Gazipur procession Awami League, Gazipur, Police, Jubo Dal, Threat https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/is7wh123c6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/s9gziz79/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21xqj68amx8c9b3f27-3cd3-4443-96bb-ac74efe3c34b.avif A young man walking and firing continuously in front of a garment factory. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T11:09:40.489Z Video goes viral of young man firing a gun while walking along Crime, Weapon, Shooting, Police, Shoe https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/yfa68wjcht https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/37k00kon/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-192h1b2suhBOGURAArrest.avif Journalist Rezanur Islam (wearing a mask), who was arrested from Gazipur in a Cyber Security Act case, has been granted bail. He was produced before a Bogura court on the night of 20 June 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T11:03:16.593Z Journo arrested over news report on State Minister Shahe Alam granted bail Mir Shahe Alam, State Minister, Jail, Bail, Journalist, Arrest, Freedom of press https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/b06gtwugr7 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2018/08/09/6707d55cf5b3bc899dbf033cb16f1629-Father.jpg A father with his daughter Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T10:54:40.185Z A dad defying the script Father's Day, Parenting https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/7dyfs60vao https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/qlfaxhr7/prothomalo-bangla2022-100acbe911-f548-4012-ac6f-8d9bd73fb9f5RajshahiDH109220221030IMG20221028075605.avif Paris Road, Rajshahi University Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T10:40:44.088Z Riding through Rajshahi University on my father's motorcycle Rajshahi University, Campus, Father's Day https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/3wmxatiset https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/tbfyj83d/Mohammad-Rashidul-ISlam-Khan-KMP-Police.avif Mohammad Rashidul Islam Khan Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T10:36:33.831Z KMP additional commissioner withdrawn over ‘controversial’ remarks Khulna, Bangladesh Police https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/cgfmu18yin https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-12-11/qql33g7q/prothomalo-bangla2021-0383fbe417-f583-4d44-9e28-77c7fdfcf781086019794cc6c3cb3667bbe1e0c6da66593ee2a26fc25.avif Representational image Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T10:11:51.895Z The hidden trafficking of domestic workers Child Labour, Child Abuse, Employment, Child trafficking https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/gyj8kaxbto https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/b6vsa4zz/6749346.webp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/0f8vivef/4638158.webp Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T09:51:49.351Z PM leaves for Malaysia on maiden overseas visit Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman, Malaysia, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Diplomacy https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/hjy1scg9ku https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/9syazozx/2209844.webp Measles Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T09:46:39.971Z Measles death toll rises to 680 as 3 more die in 24 hours Measles, Death, Children, DGHS, Death Registration https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/az7hfw906u https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-12/epyx3slh/indian-hc-1.avif Dinesh Trivedi Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T09:10:40.406Z Dinesh Trivedi to present credentials on Thursday Indian High Commissioner, Diplomacy https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/s2ajif26kr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/7iaa27xk/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21q3igzodgWhatsApp-Image-2026-06-21-at-12.04.07.avif At a budget dialogue held on 21 June, CPD Executive Director Fahmida Khatun is presenting the keynote paper. Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury is attending the event as the chief guest. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T08:17:45.431Z Proposed budget burdens low-income individuals with higher taxes: CPD CPD, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Budget 2026-27, Income Tax https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/interview/dnbrunya1e https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/bo81vhyq/AN3935085329.JPG Fernando Casal Bértoa https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/3oa2jkz6/AN3972085341.JPG Fernando Casal Bértoa https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/qrddde3y/AN3911085323.JPG Fernando Casal Bértoa https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/nljditg0/AN3915085325.JPG Fernando Casal Bértoa https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/kerabfxh/AN3950085334.JPG Fernando Casal Bértoa Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T08:02:26.722Z A stable democracy requires tolerance and institutional forbearance Politics, Political Party, Interview, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/16tnhn1zxi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/pk00319p/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20m10kadx2073216PatuakhaliDH180820260522Patuakhali-Road-pic-05-05-26-1.avif Construction work on 55 bridges and seven roads in Patuakhali, has remained stalled for 22 months. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/uf5w81cw/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20y1xqtl3f073220PatuakhaliDH180820260522Patuakhali-Road-pic-05-05-26-7.jpg Road improvement works have stalled at various stages. In some locations, contractors have merely deposited brick chips on the road surface. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T07:49:03.013Z Contractor absconding, work on 55 bridges, 7 roads held up for 22 months city https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/dvhxbaaysi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/0kwovkoi/prothomalo-bangla2024-12-02ifamyps1Dangue.avif Mosquito. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T07:22:56.969Z Dengue cases rising, patients detected in 58 districts, Barishal worst affected Health Ministry, DGHS, Health Services, Barishal, Public Health, Dengue, Exclusive, Health Card https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/18eg4plzkj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/pzpdcs7w/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-21ji1gv2xsimage001-9.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T07:20:51.899Z Primary school music teacher crisis: How govt plans to move forward School, Music, Teacher, ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon, Primary education https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/vyrnev6q7z https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-08/h8qm3581/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-08yycjtb2mkhulnadh159620260608koyra-khulna-sundarbans-cargo-vessel.avif A cargo vessel anchored in front of the Angtihara Customs Station, adjacent to the Sundarbans in Koyra upazila of Khulna. Pirate attacks have recently been reported along this river route. Photo taken recently. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-08/chmzmdch/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-07hsu37pfdBagerhatDH069420260607Bagerhat20260607194511.avif The cargo vessel MD Abdul Hakim-1, which came under attack by pirates. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-08/mmtu6ze2/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-07zd527b6gBagerhatDH069420260607Bagerhat20260607195841.avif Bullet marks on the vessel's window. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T07:13:50.930Z 'Crew held hostage on lower deck, pirates tried to breach master bridge' Robbery, Pirates, Ship, Sundarbans, Khulna https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/9m3xih78d7 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/89etgjow/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-21-at-12.13.04.jpeg Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T06:49:03.483Z Crime remains unchecked in Dhaka, little efforts visible Exclusive, Dhaka, Crime, Robbery https://en.prothomalo.com/international/b6qm53rozp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-29/75cin406/785380-01-02.jpg US Vice President JD Vance deliver a commencement address for the 2026 class of the US Air Force Academy Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T06:47:22.195Z Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran peace talks with Hormuz in spotlight Israel-US attack on Iran, Switzerland, Talks https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/ght5hdxdqp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/lgtn6y7s/962497-01-02.jpg Japan's midfielder #14 Junya Ito watches the ball reaching the goal after beating Tunisia's goalkeeper #16 Aymen Dahmen to score his team third goal during the 2026 World Cup Group F football match between Tunisia and Japan at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe, Mexico, on 20 June, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T06:25:56.029Z Japan stroll to victory over Tunisia in World Cup's 1,000th game FIFA World Cup 2026, Japan, Tunisia https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/p4jwuw2ndi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/fzpsl3wn/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20jsubq11772697044215598089824438106287808056572230282n.avif Prime Minister Tarique Rahman held a meeting on 20 June, 2026, at the prime minister’s office with leading industrialists and business leaders of the country. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/lqak5vbe/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20wwag3g74image-316752-1781964738.avif Prime Minister Tarique Rahman held a meeting on 20 June, 2026, at the prime minister’s office with leading industrialists and business leaders of the country. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T05:27:41.435Z Prime minister seeks investment in closed factories Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Investment, Economy, Employment https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/7kk0z7jtxq https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/i7hx0n5d/2026-06-21T021849Z1360172978UP1EM6L06FCGBRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ECU-CUW.JPG Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Ecuador v Curacao - Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, US - 20 June, 2026 Curacao's Eloy Room in action as he makes a save. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/t0p4aemb/2026-06-21T024119Z1081788576UP1EM6L065EFTRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ECU-CUW.JPG Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Ecuador v Curacao - Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, US- 20 June, 2026 Curacao's Eloy Room celebrates while holding up a t-shirt after the match. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/a5nj5a20/2026-06-21T020836Z179065729UP1EM6L05YBF7RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ECU-CUW.JPG Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Ecuador v Curacao - Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, US - 20 June, 2026 Curacao's Eloy Room applauds their fans after the match. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/sqa7qbut/2026-06-21T030301Z480468760UP1EM6L03WHBPRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ECU-CUW.JPG Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Ecuador v Curacao - Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, US - 20 June, 2026 Curacao's Eloy Room in action as he makes a save from Ecuador's Gonzalo Plata. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T05:17:47.646Z Fifteen saves, one point: Room leads Curacao to World Cup history FIFA World Cup 2026, World Cup, Football, History https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ltyfhbvs0g https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/x4zilroy/1782014631-unbnewswire.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T04:08:17.271Z PM set to embark on maiden overseas tour with Malaysia visit today Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Foreign tour, Foreign relation, Malaysia, China https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/flh70f8f16 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-12/iegwz622/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-247mbb5zgqUS-iranh.avif Flags of US, Iran Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T03:39:57.070Z US and Iran set for new talks after delay and deadly strikes USA, Iran, Ceasefire, Talks, Middle East War https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/bce2iimhg1 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2016/10/17/dbebc234dc38000b50f01cc8e4859fe4-ACC.jpg ACC Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T03:14:03.119Z Corruption complaints arrive daily, but investigations and cases at a standstill Anti Corruption Commission, ACC, Corruption, Investigation, Case, BNP Government https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/lgzypifnku https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-21/bnxca41a/2026-06-21T020731Z1135114889UP1EM6L05WIF5RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ECU-CUW.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Ecuador v Curacao - Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. - June 20, 2026 Curacao fans celebrate after the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-21T02:13:49.852Z Curacao win maiden World Cup point in 0-0 draw with Ecuador FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Ecuador https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/tewppqg8yp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/5hosmswa/2026-06-03T214724Z68140961UP1EM631MLIDURTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Brazil Training - Columbia Park Training Facility, Morristown, New Jersey, U.S. - June 3, 2026 Brazil's Raphinha during training Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T23:22:11.448Z Brazil's Raphinha to have 'intensive treatment' on thigh injury FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Brazil https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/pkqtcio7fy https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/batsgj3z/2026-06-20T223321Z1037909820UP1EM6K1QNJ3ERTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ECU-CUW.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Ecuador v Curacao - Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. - June 20, 2026 Curacao's Jeremy Antonisse with teammate on the pitch before the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T23:19:58.632Z Milan defender Estupinan to start for Ecuador against Curacao FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Ecuador https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/zijbyvql0r https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/x764qiml/2026-06-20T220207Z587962473UP1EM6K1P7H0URTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-GER-CIV.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Germany v Ivory Coast - Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Canada - June 20, 2026 Germany's Deniz Undav celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T22:10:45.833Z Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 to reach World Cup knockouts FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Germany, Ivory Coast https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/36m388p48s https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/cfylcc3j/2026-06-20T203132Z978647299UP1EM6K1L0JUORTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-GER-CIV.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Germany v Ivory Coast - Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Canada - June 20, 2026 Ivory Coast's Franck Kessie celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T21:02:03.317Z Ivory Coast stun Germany to lead 1-0 at half-time FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Ivory Coast, Germany, Germany Chancellor https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/0cj8li78fn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/atonh1gw/2026-06-19T162617Z1662578308RC2ATLA76V64RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-PHOTODAILY-ONE.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group C - Brazil v Morocco - New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. - June 13, 2026 Brazil's Neymar Jr. looks on before the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T20:54:05.047Z Lula mocks 'work-from-home' Neymar as Brazil wait on injured number 10 Neymar, Lula Da Silva , FIFA World Cup 2026, Brazil https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/976qf77lcj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/4pahowqb/2026-06-07T003834Z614111052RC2KOLAMIVICRTRMADP3VENEZUELA-SOCCER-RONALDINHO.JPG Brazil’s former footballer Ronaldinho participates in a free exhibition match at the Mesuca Sports Center in Petare, Caracas, Venezuela, June 6, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T20:51:02.054Z Ronaldinho coming out of retirement to join Italian 3rd division side Ronaldhino, FIFA World Cup 2026, Brazil, Italy https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/atqsckjbae https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/g0zkq9qs/2026-06-19T164212Z894569045UP1EM6J1AEBDPRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ARG.JPG Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Argentina Training - Sporting KC Training Centre, Kansas City, Kansas, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Argentina's Lionel Messi with teammates during training Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T19:59:53.591Z Argentina face Austria with knockout stage in sight FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Argentina, Austria https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/bqtokhn8pp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/g43vg9ik/2026-06-20T192224Z1162518840UP1EM6K1HTBRDRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-GER-CIV.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - Germany v Ivory Coast - Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Canada - June 20, 2026 Germany's Deniz Undav, David Raum and Nick Woltemade during the warm up before the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T19:30:55.364Z Germany unchanged for Ivory Coast World Cup match as Amad starts FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Germany, Ivory Coast https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/r7q15oxci7 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/fqs6pk1b/2026-06-20T190643Z1740293344UP1EM6K1H35QQRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-NLD-SWE.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group F - Netherlands v Sweden - Houston Stadium, Houston, Texas, U.S. - June 20, 2026 Netherlands' Jan Paul van Hecke, Virgil van Dijk and Teun Koopmeiners celebrate after the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T19:23:21.439Z Double delight for Dutch in 5-1 rout of Sweden FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Sweden, Netherlands https://en.prothomalo.com/international/europe/d455lt4y2d https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2023-03/8dc8312e-fd80-43b8-8b6f-d8cae92130e7/VY3TOPUQ3RIIFMGUJUPBRVX4B4.avif Volker Turk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T16:59:05.764Z UN rights chief troubled by new EU migrant return rules UN, UNHCR, Irregular Migration, Volker Turk https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/d0l8xh6epo https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/x7ba7g4c/6.-Sirajgong-Flower.jpg Bleeding Heart flowers bloom within a school compound. Madhyapara Bhoromohoni, Sirajganj, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/gjvpvsu7/1.-Rangpur-Sports-Worldcup.JPG Brazil supporters celebrate after Brazil defeated Haiti 3–0 in the FIFA World Cup match. Public Library Ground, Rangpur, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/hg6r2api/2.-Rangamati-Fruite.JPG Local wholesalers display and sell various types of bananas grown in the hills. Shashi Dewan Para, Rangamati, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/8zf4effj/3.Comilla-Track.jpg Workers load mangoes transported by truck from Rajshahi onto a pickup vehicle. Daudkandi, Cumilla, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/t5riulog/4.-Comilla-Abdur-rahamn-dali.jpg Traders unload palm fruit pulp, transported by pickup from Nimshar Bazar, for retail sale at Asmania Bazar. Titas, Cumilla, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/9x1o37y0/5.Khulana-Sundarban.jpg Honey collectors harvest honey from beehives beside the Ponditkhali Canal in the Sundarbans. Koyra, Khulna, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/bp8cqb7q/6.-Sirajgong-Flower.jpg Bleeding Heart in bloom within a school compound. Madhyapara Bhoromohoni, Sirajganj, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/nex52afz/7.-Manikgong-Drop.jpg Morning dew glistens on the green grass. Manra, Manikganj, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/f6ulrohy/8.-Bogra-Children.jpg Children enjoy playful moments in the waters of the Jamuna River. Doripara, Bogura, 20 June. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/23vs6jxn/9.-Bogura-Fisherman.jpg A fisherman prepares to cast his net into the Jamuna River. Sariakandi, Bogura, 20 June. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T16:25:58.362Z TOP SHOTS (20 June 2026) TOP SHOTS, Nature, Photography https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/lodwksi048 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-08-13/ye5hwm8p/8.JPG A man feeds his cattle https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2014/07/15/53c51f62d1917-poultry-feed-2.png Poultry Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T16:12:19.162Z Heat waves are devastating our livestock economy; we are not prepared Scorching heat, Poultry, Cattle, Agriculture , Economy https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/npbgbfkjc9 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-03-22/0ak278hg/Hormuz.avif The Strait of Hormuz Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T15:55:47.547Z Iran says Hormuz closed again after Israel strikes Lebanon Iran, Israel, Strait of Hormuz https://en.prothomalo.com/international/europe/wivlkzvvlr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-09/t49e1ky7/Macron.jpg France’s President Emmanuel Macron Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T15:25:55.921Z France's Macron slams migrant 'return-hubs', EU funding push Irregular Migration, EU https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/kdat0b0j91 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/r7pkxv54/Khalil-and-US.avif US Ambassador Ben Christensen in a meeting with Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T15:04:37.775Z You won't regret betting on US: Christensen US, US Ambassador Brent Christensen, Diplomacy, Football https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/zf7pajtphb https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/qmcd1vjo/prothomalo-bangla2025-12-2106x8r0n6WhatsAppImage20251221at100236.avif Two students arrive to sit for an admission test. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T13:43:32.474Z Dhaka Central University admissions: Application deadline extended to 25 June admission, Admission Test, Dhaka Central University, Application, Eden Mohila College, Government Titumir College https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ua1x2z88pi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/f4joq38i/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20hrl0k2d4121636sp.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T13:04:58.364Z Editors' Council voices concern over arrest of journalist over news report Protest, Editors' Council, Journalist, Arrest https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/interview/mc6ilkl7pi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/y219sbl9/Photo-Hassan-Imam-.jpeg Hassan Imam Shaon Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T12:24:27.945Z Success stories often overshadow the dangers of irregular migration Europe, Irregular Migration, Migrants, Trafficking, Human trafficking https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/7kf2bgvrxz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/btbkdawn/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20ruhlur5fmontiel-fue-uno-de-los-jugadores-que-corrieron-C7IAT7J43RAWFKFCM5M5BB6F54.avif Gonzalo Montiel https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/daq3z3ea/914522-01-02.jpg Defender Gonzalo Montiel of Argentina (C) and teammates take part in a training session one day ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on 15 June, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T12:08:42.254Z Injury concerns hit Argentina camp Argentina, World Cup, FIFA World Cup 2026, Injury, World Cup Squad, Football, Lionel Scaloni https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/y2kdqoohga https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/d3hpog38/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20z6m61uq2baby.avif A child arrives for treatment at the COVID-19 Dedicated Hospital operated by the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC). Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T11:53:18.042Z 7 more children die with measles symptoms, total toll reaches 677 Measles, Children, Death, DGHS https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/snmarr3mbp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/gt5ekorv/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-200eovhgszhome-minister.avif Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on 20 June 2026 speaks to journalists at the Ministry of Home Affairs conference room at the Secretariat about efforts to bring former IGP Benazir Ahmed back to Bangladesh. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T11:42:38.608Z Benazir Ahmed’s return process moving swiftly, papers sent to UAE in 3 days Benazir Ahmed, Arrest, UAE, Interpol, Home Minister, Salahuddin Ahmed https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/fgfg3qvdze https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/ympj69kx/Team-Photo.JPG The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Bangladesh and the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) jointly organised an event at the East Court of Jamuna Future Park. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T11:41:02.352Z K-Goods Festa begins at JFP; Samsung offers cashback across consumer electronics lineups Corporate news, Electronics, Samsung, Event https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/vl0fqohy0v https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/1dl9dj9z/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20afyivdtmpm-.avif Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam briefs the media on Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s upcoming visit to Malaysia and China at a press conference held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 20 June. He provided details of the Prime Minister’s official travel itinerary. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T11:18:26.509Z PM’s Malaysia-China visits: 15-17 bilateral instruments likely to be signed Foreign Secretary, China, Malaysia, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Foreign relation https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/dhq1884ave https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/8e36bzfe/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-18rhvjahuaWhatsApp-Image-2026-06-16-at-10.53.32-AM-1.avif Father and son at the stadium watching Brazil’s first match. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/hvc5yhzj/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-18alfdpkl5WhatsAppImage20260616at105333AM.avif A selfie on the way to the stadium with the writer’s father Khairul Khan (right), uncle (left), and two cousins. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T10:54:04.592Z From Bangladesh to US: A childhood dream comes true as I watch Brazil play with my father Football, United States, FIFA World Cup 2026, Brazil, World Cup in Bangladesh Perspective https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/hnn9a3j1mm https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/ipifuy5l/messi-algeria.avif Algeria sent a letter to FIFA’s refereeing commission, with particular reference to the first-half incident when Argentina’s Lionel Messi stood on the calf of Algeria captain Aissa Mandi Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T10:35:01.961Z Algeria complain to FIFA about refereeing in loss to Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026, Lionel Messi, Algeria, Argentina https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/9mmyp15jwj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/c3hq6sxf/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20evy5wgtytangaildh056720260620img-20260620-wa0089.avif The victims had entered this abandoned well in Madhupur upazila of Tangail, on 20 June 2026 morning to rescue a goat that had fallen into it. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T10:09:49.666Z 4 including father, son die after entering abandoned well to rescue goat Accident, Death, Tangail https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/7zxdr8enip https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/3bql4u3k/2026-06-17T153038Z972364771UP1EM6H15U9D2RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA.JPG Brazil's Neymar Jr during training Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T10:09:02.151Z Neymar likely to return against Scotland World Cup Video, Neymar https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/qxv5xvmfn0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/1u58uuhv/2026-06-20T051500Z134278503UP1EM6K0EKYWERTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-TUR-PRY.JPG Turkey's Can Uzun and Kenan Yildiz look dejected after the match against Paraguay at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara, California, US, 19 June, 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/zvh9x9ut/2026-06-20T051418Z2029531506UP1EM6K0EJSWBRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-TUR-PRY.JPG Turkey coach Vincenzo Montella with a dejected Merih Demiral after the match against Paraguay at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara, California, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T09:56:39.405Z 'Everybody's crying': Tearful Turkey crash out without a goal FIFA World Cup 2026, Turkey, Paraguay https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/q89obdy3ys https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/ixkt2iqk/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20sqg9xb0sShip.avif Bangladeshi-flagged vessel MV Banglar Joyjatra Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T08:31:30.330Z ‘Banglar Joyjatra’ sailors remain stranded in the Persian Gulf Ship, Israel-US attack on Iran, Bangladesh Shipping Corporation, gulf, Iran, Strait of Hormuz https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/1noq9skkea https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/igh1cf1e/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20myqg0jrfimage-316598-1781938549.avif Bangladesh's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury speaks at a briefing by the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy on Myanmar on 19 June 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T08:21:59.880Z Bangladesh renews call for Rohingya repatriation at UN Rohingya, Rohingya crisis, Rohingya repatriation, Bangladesh, Myanmar, United Nations https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/2ge852vehz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/uwlxt0yd/2026-06-20T021839Z1955907683UP1EM6K06F1O4RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Brazil's Endrick scores a goal past Haiti's Johny Placide that was later disallowed for offside https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/gdzhzeiy/2026-06-20T020725Z8747830UP1EM6K05WBNERTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Brazil's Gabriel Martinelli in action against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T08:19:04.791Z Brazil played 'well', but some questions remain unanswered FIFA World Cup 2026, Brazil, World Cup https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/r2jppcwa5x https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/1j6fotn7/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-19lgd87i46f89a1f14-ed98-4fc1-ae5a-b4994e173477.avif Zahid Hasan https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/e3mozlzc/prothomalo-bangla2022-12abaee48a-547a-42ee-8c04-74b6a9cc65de89samakal60e981fd7cd46.avif Actor Zahid Hasan is the only supporter of Argentina in his family. His wife, model-actress and dancer Sadia Islam Mou, along with their daughter Pushpita and son Purno, are all supporters of Brazil. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/l55mij9o/prothomalo-bangla2020-10da86025e-2e78-4e6f-a53f-d3e5834279da1.avif Actor Zahid Hasan with his son Purno and daughter Pushpita. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/eafumy7z/prothomalo-bangla2022-12a38aa3a3-7ddc-49e5-ae58-c996f66e822a88a6a81ac1ffd66a6e909fff62758f515ecaa56f7d8ec.avif Zahid Hasan https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/z3njcuxi/prothomaloimportmedia20200417acb001e53e3d9d9b3393ae8639e82450-5e99e57a8fa0e.avif Zahid Hasan and Sadia Islam Mou https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/93j9bvdn/prothomaloimportmedia201710095eb671a1c67c1697771378777326825c-59db2c0d4c3d1.avif Zahid Hasan–Sadia Islam Mou Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T08:04:27.859Z Even when I’m dying inside, I try to keep a smile on my face: Zahid Hasan Actor Zahid Hasan, Football, Argentina, Brazil https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/u5yuzeww2t https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/s22j61nd/954111-01-02.jpg Smoke rises from the site of a string of Israeli airstrikes that targeted the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh on 20 June, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T08:00:17.804Z Lebanon state media says five dead in fresh Israeli strikes on south Lebanon, Israel, Strike, Death, Middle East War https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/fhmb6l40pg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/nzvwn3x3/prothomalo-bangla2024-050e41f635-cefa-4a89-8f21-8fa30cd1837dmathclassblackboardoldschool.avif Representational Image Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T07:47:37.649Z 10 institutions already named after state minister Shahe Alam’s family, another proposed Mir Shahe Alam, State Minister, Bogura, Secondary Education, School, Education Minister https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/hyt31q7j2w https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/3dzj3epz/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20oz25c3irPalash.avif 'Top terror' Yasin Khan Palash Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T06:43:39.053Z ‘Top terror’ Palash dies a week after being shot in Rampura Criminal Case, Shooting, Murder https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/ldpuff30c8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/02v6nm5i/2026-06-13T214254Z1125762437UP1EM6D1OBF99RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-MAR.JPG Brazil's Neymar Jr Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T06:42:26.563Z Neymar will be available to play against Scotland FIFA World Cup 2026, Football, Neymar https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/vnx7x3co5x https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/716pg9gy/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-14h16zo8paWhatsApp-Image-2026-06-14-at-09.42.01.avif Two armed assailants. On 14 June, 2026, at Chowmuhani Market in Pahartali union of Raozan upazila, Chattogram Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T06:32:09.872Z Police identify armed assailants but fail to find them Crime, Police, Arrest, Weapon, Jubo Dal https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/7w0y6vo9xs https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/62mz791u/gsssss.avif https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/pqugsngo/1B.avif Spectators gather at the TSC to watch the Brazil–Haiti match on a giant screen. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/whwbnd87/2B.avif Cheering with flags while watching the match. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/5f1ra1is/3b.avif Celebrating Brazil's opening goal. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/1jk5lcd1/4b.avif Thousands of spectators fill the venue. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/a5w8aa2c/5b.avif Jubilant celebrations. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/1o8hgtvn/6b.avif With every available space occupied, spectators even sit on the road median to watch the match. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/k1d48z8e/55b.avif Fans celebrate by throwing coloured powder. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/5rqf8hdm/44.avif A Brazil supporter "consoles" an Argentina fan. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/62mz791u/gsssss.avif A fan celebrates with a pet bird. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T06:30:18.148Z TSC crowd celebrates Brazil's first World Cup win World Cup Gallery, FIFA World Cup 2026, Brazil https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/wl5rbhyloz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2021-01/a754019a-b582-4301-a28b-efbd15123a1e/rohingya_1.jfif Rohingya exodus from their homeland, making their way to Bangladesh Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T06:14:58.137Z World Refugee Day: No silver lining for Rohingyas World Refugee Day, Rohingya, Rohingya crisis, Rohingya repatriation, Bangladesh, Myanmar https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ns8jjhcthq https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/as7jdgwl/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-19neemc4d3Capture.avif Three-year-old Rafi has developed symptoms of measles. His father brought him to the hospital. Photo taken at the DNCC Dedicated Covid-19 Hospital in Mohakhali, Dhaka on 20 June, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T05:29:07.590Z Measles remains uncontrolled despite vaccination campaign Measles, Children, Vaccine , Campaign https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/8g6p350ev8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/63k89sp4/2026-06-20T030945Z211289802UP1EM6K08J6QXRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-TUR-PRY.JPG Paraguay's Matias Galarza celebrates scoring their first goal against Turkey at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara, California, U.S. - June 19, 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/tuk9cd4f/2026-06-20T052336Z1710041145UP1EM6K0EZBWXRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-TUR-PRY.JPG Turkey's Eren Elmali with a dejected Mert Muldur after the match against Paraguay at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara, California, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T05:26:51.505Z Ten-man Paraguay eliminate Turkey with tense 1-0 win FIFA World Cup 2026, Turkey https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/l30v1guynm https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/ifvw3l51/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-15fwgdjm0wTargeting-tankers.avif Iran has attacked several vessels in the Strait of Hormuz since the US and Israel began military operations. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T04:00:40.357Z US-Iran deal redraws the Middle East: Iran gains, rivals alarmed Middle East War, Iran, USA, Ceasefire https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/dmd6knwua8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/wkmw021n/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-20exilpuqjSteve-Witkoff.avif US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi were both headed to Switzerland for talks. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T03:28:53.845Z Trump envoy Witkoff, Iranian minister head to Switzerland for talks USA, Iran, Ceasefire, Middle East War, Donald Trump, Talks https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/1ovi3eu2h8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/6i2499h7/2026-06-20T000202Z475163696UP1EM6K003DCQRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-SCO-MAR.JPG Morocco's Yassine Bounou, Achraf Hakimi and Ayyoub Bouaddi celebrate after the match against Scotland at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T03:03:54.253Z Morocco performance in Scotland win better than versus Brazil, says coach FIFA World Cup 2026, Morocco, Scotland, Brazil https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/j119ls3q7o https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/axqnb7zh/prothomalo-bangla2026-06-19rqlbbtv0Capture.avif Prime Minister Tarique Rahman Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T02:53:25.835Z Prime Minister's Beijing trip emphasises political proximity Exclusive, Diplomacy, BNP Government, China, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/so3n5xpeno https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/482y9qdj/2026-06-20T011948Z1899816948UP1EM6K03DWJLRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Brazil's Matheus Cunha celebrates scoring their second goal with Vinicius Junior against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. - June 19, 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/9o9upx63/2026-06-20T011454Z303481604UP1EM6K039ZJARTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Brazil's Matheus Cunha scores their second goal against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. - June 19, 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/y6sp80gr/2026-06-20T013131Z733636053UP1EM6K048ILGRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Brazil's Vinicius Junior celebrates scoring their third goal against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T02:39:25.077Z Brazil cruise past Haiti to re-ignite World Cup campaign FIFA World Cup 2026, Brazil, Haiti https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/3ic6je8t4q https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/ctrigd14/2026-06-20T011329Z1817621254UP1EM6K03EFJNRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group C - Brazil v Haiti - Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Brazil's Matheus Cunha celebrates scoring their second goal with Vinicius Junior and Lucas Paqueta https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/d8zykd7c/2026-06-20T012400Z341729253UP1EM6K03VYKVRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group C - Brazil v Haiti - Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Brazil's Vinicius Junior celebrates scoring their third goal with teammates Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T01:34:32.783Z Cunha brace fires Brazil to 3-0 half-time lead over Haiti FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Brazil, Haiti https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/ns3524x0a2 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/aauh38ec/2026-06-19T232833Z952531174UP1EM6J1T7J9ZRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-HTI.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group C - Brazil v Haiti - Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Brazil's Raphinha arrives at the stadium before the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T00:17:45.410Z Cunha starts in Brazil attack as Ancelotti makes two changes against Haiti FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Brazil, Haiti https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/vkt4nzr29s https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/icjczaq5/2026-06-20T000831Z1372634002UP1EM6K00E5DSRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-SCO-MAR.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group C - Scotland v Morocco - Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Morocco players celebrate in a huddle surrounding Morocco's Ismael Saibari at the end of the match https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-20/4k811anc/2026-06-20T000714Z541883974UP1EM6K00C1DFRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-SCO-MAR.JPG Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group C - Scotland v Morocco - Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Morocco's Ismael Saibari celebrates after the match REUTERS/Peter Cziborra Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-20T00:17:37.351Z Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 as Saibari scores again FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Morocco, Scotland https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/sports/wgcbzjcwpx https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/0e9o98gg/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062603.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/5n94lryv/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062601.jpg Amid the excitement of the FIFA World Cup, graffiti of Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr and Cristiano Ronaldo has been painted on a wall in Sutrapur. A teenager walks past the mural. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/dr24qpqb/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062602.jpg Barbers, wearing the jerseys of their favourite teams, are busy at a saloon https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/lbzyjvel/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062603.jpg A colourful wall mural reading “Goal” and a portrait of Brazil legend Pelé stand out on the alley wall. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/ch2lne94/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062604.jpg People go about their daily work beside a mural featuring the emblem of the FIFA World Cup 2026. It is a scene where celebration and livelihood seem to blend into one. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/a494cmq2/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062605.jpg The alleyways of Hemendra Das Road have been decorated with the flags of different countries and football-themed graffiti. The entire area has come alive in the spirit of the World Cup. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/9e1dtm8q/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062606.jpg A mural of the Brazilian flag and a passer-by walking beside it—a familiar expression of the Bengali passion for football. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/rgqspcff/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062607.jpg “Wanna Play?”—this single question painted on the wall seems to ignite the football frenzy throughout the neighbourhood. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/8nx03b4q/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062608.jpg A Brazil jersey, a cap, and a graffiti portrait of Neymar—when football fever becomes part of everyday life. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/qd0zgmb8/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062609.jpg The love for football from distant lands and the emotions of one’s own country come together, bound by the same thread—or tangle of wires. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/kman71r1/World-CupOld-dhakadipu19062610.jpg This is how the love for football is passed down from one generation to the next. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-19T23:22:32.266Z In pictures: Old Dhaka painted in World Cup colours FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Brazil, Argentina, Dhaka https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/t06wkv2c6s https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/56nx54mp/2026-06-19T220039Z1348589340UP1EM6J1P524JRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-SCO-MAR.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group C - Scotland v Morocco - Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Morocco players pose for a team group photo before the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-19T22:36:24.858Z Coach Clarke boosts Scotland defence, Morocco unchanged from opener FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Scotland, Morocco https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/gsjc0x33je https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/ei8hjms6/2026-06-19T201801Z359484491UP1EM6J1KE0VJRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-URY-CPV-VOZINHA-MOTHER.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Ana Candida Evora, mother of Cape Verde's Vozinha arrives in the U.S. - Miami, Florida, U.S. - June 19, 2026 The mother of Cape Verde's Vozinha, Ana Candida Evora arrives in the U.S. after being successfully granted a visa https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/ll088koh/2026-06-19T202901Z704623661UP1EM6J1KWBWBRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-URY-CPV-VOZINHA-MOTHER.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Ana Candida Evora, mother of Cape Verde's Vozinha arrives in the U.S. - Miami, Florida, U.S. - June 19, 2026 The mother of Cape Verde's Vozinha, Ana Candida Evora arrives in the U.S. after being successfully granted a visa Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-19T21:25:48.917Z Mum is here! Vozinha's World Cup wish comes true Cape Verde, FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/aaaiwff62m https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/xtc1fods/2026-06-19T211046Z1329781079UP1EM6J1MTW10RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-USA-AUS.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group D - United States v Australia - Seattle Stadium, Seattle, Washington, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Cristian Roldan of the U.S. applauds fans with teammates after the match https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/cospiq5a/2026-06-19T210333Z475036224UP1EM6J1MHW03RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-USA-AUS.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group D - United States v Australia - Seattle Stadium, Seattle, Washington, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Australia's Nestory Irankunda in action with Joe Scally and Chris Richards of the U.S. Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-19T21:25:20.836Z US advance to World Cup round of 32 with dominant 2-0 win over Australia FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, USA, Australia https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/jqu8m28gzn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/zjku9usa/2026-06-12T195348Z386311990UP1EM6C1J9NRGRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-BRA-MAR-PREVIEW.JPG Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Morocco Press Conference - New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. - June 12, 2026 Morocco's Achraf Hakimi during the press conference REUTERS/Dylan Martinez Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-19T19:27:09.558Z Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi to stand trial on rape charge Morocco, Rape, FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, Hezbollah, Lebanon, Israel, USA, Ceasefire https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/4334h3sbbh https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-19/9b5rw452/2026-06-19T183359Z1745861380UP1EM6J1FKLLFRTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-USA-AUS.JPG Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group D - United States v Australia - Seattle Stadium, Seattle, Washington, U.S. - June 19, 2026 Players of the U.S. during the warm up before the match Prothom Alo English en 2026-06-19T19:10:18.488Z Pulisic out injured for US against Australia FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup, USA, Australia