Reading time: about 3 minutesQahwah House, a Yemeni coffee shop chain, plans to open a new location at 139 Dryden Rd. Qahwah House was founded by Ibrahim Alhasbani, who opened its first Yemeni coffee shop in Dearborn, Michigan. The coffee shop will offer its popular Arabic coffee, pastries and traditional Yemeni desserts, as well as “high-quality” organic Yemeni coffee beans and spiced drinks. He has also enjoyed watching people stop by and express their excitement as the Qahwah House location developed. Albahri noted that people can keep up with Qahwah House Ithaca through their TikTok page, where they will share updates regarding their opening.

Cornell (2-0, 0-0 Ivy) started the game strong, scoring three straight in response to Denver (3-1, 0-0 Big East) opening the scoring. Cornell continued to pile on the highly-touted Denver defense, leading 6-3 at the end of the first quarter. Cornell’s lead slipped away, with the Denver defense hunkering down, allowing for a five goal Pioneers scoring run to sandwich halftime. After Denver scored to put the Red behind 7-9 in the fourth quarter, senior faceoff Jack Cascadden won the draw and successfully found the back of the net. The offense put up an impressive performance against a fantastic Denver defense and goalie, scoring 13 even after being bottled up for the second and third quarters.

Hailing from the southern Dutch city of Breda, Berendsen is "committed to Dutch and European interests", according to his party. She served as justice minister from 2022 to 2024 in the fourth Rutte cabinet, advocating tougher stances on crime, organised crime and immigration. - Justice minister: David van Weel -Former naval officer Van Weel, also from the VVD, held a series of ministerial posts in the last Dutch government led by Dick Schoof. These included a stint as justice minister, during which he attracted attention by calling for legal limits on demonstrations. - Finance minister: Eelco Heinen -Heinen, 44, also from the liberal VVD, has already been finance minister since July 2024.

HANOI, Vietnam, Feb 23, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Unauthorised drones disrupted more than 50 flights at Vietnam's Danang international airport during the busy Lunar New Year holiday, state media said Monday. Two separate incidents last week saw flights delayed or forced into holding patterns before landing when authorities detected drones flying dangerously close to aircraft, the Thanh Nien newspaper reported. It was not clear who was operating the drones or how close they came to the aircraft. However, a total of 54 flights were delayed because of the drone incursions, Thanh Nien said, citing airport authorities. Danang is Vietnam's main aviation hub for its central regions, handling more than 300 flights per day during the peak holiday season, according to Thanh Nien.

From Rahman’s London exile to the secrets of the “Mirror Rooms”, the stakes in Dhaka extend far beyond local power. The Grand Return that Seduced Gen ZAs of February 13, 2026, Bangladesh has a new face: the rise of Tarique Rahman marks the grand return of the Zia dynasty. Between Indian Waltzes, Chinese Drones, and Western Red CarpetsOn the global chessboard, Dhaka is causing a tremor. Tarique Rahman: Architect of Change or Infallible Communicator? https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/14/could-bnps-landslide-win-open-a-new-geopolitical-chapter-for-bangladeshAl Jazeera – ‘Very hopeful’: Cautious optimism among Gen Z Bangladeshis after key votehttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/15/very-hopeful-cautious-optimism-among-gen-z-bangladeshis-after-key-voteBBC News – Who is Tarique Rahman, the Bangladesh PM who spent 17 years in exile?

US envoy greets FM on new roleUS Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen today congratulated Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Photo : CollectedDHAKA, Feb 23, 2026(BSS) - US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen today congratulated Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman on his assumption of office, reaffirming Washington's commitment to working closely with Dhaka to further strengthen bilateral relations. The US envoy conveyed the congratulations when he called on the Foreign Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs here. During the meeting, Ambassador Christensen assured Washington's commitment to continue working together with Dhaka to make the two countries safer, stronger, and more prosperous. Earlier, the US Ambassador paid a courtesy call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam.

Hungry South Africa 'want more' after statement T20 win over IndiaPhoto : CollectedAHMEDABAD, India, Feb 23, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A hungry South Africa will "keep wanting more" after their statement victory over co-hosts India at the T20World Cup earmarked Aiden Markram's side as serious title contenders. India, batting second for the first time in the tournament, collapsed to 111 all out in their Super Eights opener after South Africa posted 187-7. Miller said that India's cloak of invincibility had been removed and now South Africa knew "that they are beatable". A lot of guys have played together and a lot of cricket for South Africa and that goes a long way under pressure," said Miller. South Africa play the West Indies on Thursday in Ahmedabad where Markram's side could put one foot firmly in the semi-finals with another win.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman holds first office at Dhaka Cantonment. Photo : PMODHAKA, Feb 23, 2026 (BSS) - Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today attended his office at the Armed Forces Division (AFD) in Dhaka Cantonment for the first time. "Prime Minister Tarique Rahman arrived at the Armed Forces Division in Dhaka Cantonment at 9:00 am as the chiefs of the three services welcomed him," said PM's Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Ruman. The premier exchanged pleasantries with the chiefs of the three services before joining his scheduled engagements. As part of the day's programme, Tarique Rahman adorned Lieutenant General Mir Mushfiqur Rahman and Major General Kaiser Rashid Chowdhury with their new rank badges at his office.

The Amar Ekushey Book Fair is set to open on February 26, but organizers will not set up any pavilions this year to accommodate over 300 participating publishers. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to inaugurate the book fair at 2pm on the day. The decision was made Sunday night at a meeting of the Bangladesh Book Publishers and Sellers Association (BAPUS) leaders, held at the Bangla Academy. It was decided that no pavilion will be included in Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2026. Earlier, the Minister and State Minister for Cultural Affairs had announced a complete waiver of stall fees for the fair.

Betel leaf farmers in Rajshahi rebound as strong market prices follow earlier severe weather-related losses. The largest betel leaf market in Rajshahi is held in Mochmoil of Bagmara upazila. It is worth noting that Rajshahi's betel leaf is widely popular across the country for its tradition, taste, and sweetness. Recognized as a Geographical Indication (GI) product, Rajshahi's betel leaf holds a special status. Rajshahi's betel leaf is also exported abroad.

Lieutenant General Mir Mushfiqur Rahman assumes duty as PSO after promotion ceremony led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Dhaka. Photo : PMODHAKA, Feb 23, 2026 (BSS) - Lieutenant General Mir Mushfiqur Rahman today assumed charge as the Principal Staff Officer (PSO) of the Armed Forces Division (AFD) as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman adorned him with the Lieutenant General rank badge. Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral M Nazmul Hassan and Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan were present on the occasion at AFD, an ISPR press release said. Lt Gen Mir Mushfiqur Rahman was commissioned into the Corps of Infantry in the Bangladesh Army on June 21, 1991. He served in various important capacities in the army, including GOC of 24 Division, Military Secretary and Director General at Directorate General Defense Purchase (DGDP).

Four members of a family, including a three-year-old child, were injured in a gas explosion at their home in Hazaribagh early Monday morning. The innured are Nasek Roman, 35; his wife Pinky Akter, 32; their son Ruhan, 3; and Roman’s brother-in-law, Opu, 23. Roman’s brother, Md Mamun, said the family lived on the ground floor of the six-story Jahanara Villa building. When she struck a match to light the gas stove, accumulated gas in the kitchen exploded, burning everyone in the house. Roman has burns on 70% of his body, Pinky Akter on 75%, Ruhan on 35%, and Opu on 50%.”Roman’s family is originally from Netrokona district.

The new government’s move to seek a three-year deferment of Bangladesh’s graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) category is, on the face of it, a prudent decision, one that numerous business leaders had been speaking of for years. While the allure of graduation is undeniable and signals to the world that Bangladesh’s economy is moving up, the reality is that graduation would also mean the loss of preferential trade benefits that have long sustained our export economy. With that said, prudence cannot mask the uncomfortable truth: Bangladesh’s lack of readiness for graduation is a bad look. Despite the prudence of the decision, questions arise as to why the previous interim government did not flag the challenges the country would face after graduation. Moreover, such a hesitation now risks projecting Bangladesh as a nation reluctant to embrace the responsibilities of its own progress.

Dhaka, Feb 23, 2026 (BSS) - The Directorate of Madrasa Education has asked the authorities of non-government madrasas to properly follow the approved manpower structure and MPO policy while appointing staff to vacant posts. According to a notification issued by the directorate, it has been made mandatory to comply with the newly introduced 'Manpower Structure and MPO Policy, 2026' in filling all vacant posts that remain outside the purview of the Non-Government Teachers' Registration and Certification Authority (NTRCA). The notification said if any recruitment is made in violation of the policy, the Monthly Payment Order (MPO) facility will not be approved for the concerned posts. It said the managing committee or governing body of non-government madrasas usually conducts recruitment for vacant posts not covered by the NTRCA based on recommendations of the respective recruitment committee. However, the recruitment process must now be completed in accordance with the 'Manpower Structure and MPO Policy, 2026', the notification added.

KYIV, Ukraine, Feb 23, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A Russian drone attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed one man and wounded another early Monday, the regional military chief said. Ivan Fedorov, the head of the Zaporizhzhia regional administration, said the strike hit industrial facilities. A 33?year?old man was killed and a 45?year?old man wounded, he said. The attacks followed a barrage of Russian missiles and drones that struck energy infrastructure, railways and residential areas across Ukraine on Sunday, with Kyiv among the hardest hit. One man was killed and more than a dozen people were wounded in and around the capital in that attack.