Shuvo Gowala

Media Firestorm: Sky News’ ‘Buy Stolen Goods’ Feature Sparks Outrage Over Moral Compass

December 14, 2025

A major storm of criticism has engulfed Sky News following the promotion of a highly controversial feature within its 'Best of Money' newsletter, brazenly titled: "How to buy cheap stolen goods (without getting in trouble)." The promotional material, visible on the broadcaster’s website this past Sunday, 14 December 2025

Sylhet to Front: British Bangladeshis Urged to Share WWII Untold Stories

November 09, 2025

A powerful new call is resonating across the United Kingdom, urging British Bangladeshi families to unlock and share the heroic stories of the ‘greatest generation’—the ancestors who left their homes in the former British Empire, many from the region now known as Bangladesh, to bravely fight for Britain in the Second World War.

Britain’s Great Reverse: Why the Passport is Losing to Home Comforts

November 02, 2025

Once synonymous with a quiet, dependable charm, a sense of community, and achievable stability, the United Kingdom today presents a starkly different picture. The subtle magic that once drew people to its cobbled streets and proud local towns is seemingly dissolving into a harsh reality of soaring costs, stretched public services,

UK Fraudster Marries Popular Bangladeshi Influencer After Release

October 14, 2025

The man who orchestrated a multi-million-pound cyber fraud from Dagenham and was jailed for his role in a sophisticated money laundering ring has dramatically resurfaced, trading his past behind bars for a new, high-profile life in Bangladesh. Mohammed Siddique, who served a substantial sentence for his part in stealing £1.3 million, is reportedly now married to a prominent Bangladeshi social media influencer, stunning observers in both the UK and his home region of Khulna.

Typhoid Crisis: The Fight to Save Bangladesh's Next Generation

October 12, 2025

Bangladesh has embarked on a colossal public health mission, rolling out a nationwide vaccination campaign to protect approximately 50 million children from typhoid fever. The drive, launched on Sunday, October 12, aims to administer a single dose of the life-saving Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine (TCV) to children aged nine months to 15 years, a demographic bearing the overwhelming brunt of the disease.

Hindus in Bangladesh Celebrate Lakshmi Puja Today

October 06, 2025

The Hindu community across Bangladesh is celebrating Lakshmi Puja today, October 6, 2025, with deep religious fervour and traditional rituals. The festival, which venerates Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, fortune, and prosperity, falls on the full-moon night following Durga Puja.

Durga Puja 2025: Celebrations Begin with Mahalaya

September 21, 2025

With the auspicious occasion of Mahalaya, the official countdown to the biggest festival of the Sanatan (Hindu) community — Sharadiya Durga Puja — has begun. On Sunday, September 21, 2025, the sacred Devi Paksha commenced, ushering in days filled with devotion, festivities, and joy.

Why Brits Are Rushing to Learn Sylheti

September 19, 2025

A region steeped in history and a distinctive cultural identity, Sylhet stands out from the rest of Bangladesh. Known for its lush tea gardens and deep spiritual roots, the area's singular story begins with a pivotal moment in history: the 1947 Partition of India. This referendum, which decided Sylhet's fate, is just one chapter in a narrative that includes its unique language, rich heritage, and powerful global influence.

Government’s New Initiative to Prevent Extinction of Wild Elephants in Lathitila

September 09, 2025

The Forest Department plans to take steps to preserve the last three female wild elephants, now at risk of extinction, in the Lathitila forest. With the aim of rehabilitating elephants by relocating them from Gazipur Safari Park or other places in the country, a specialized technical committee has conducted a feasibility study in Lathitila Reserved Forest, part of the Patharia Hills Reserve Forest in Juri and Barlekha upazilas of Moulvibazar.

British-Bangladeshi Talent Shines: Yusuf Ahmed Signs Pro with Birmingham City

July 18, 2025

The British-Bangladeshi community is celebrating a significant milestone as Yusuf Ahmed, a promising young footballer, has officially signed a professional contract with Birmingham City Football Club.