INDIAN WELLS, United States, March 10, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Unseeded Katerina Siniakova ended Mirra Andreeva's Indian Wells title defense on Monday, rallying for a 4-6, 7-6 (7/5) 6-3 victory over the eighth-ranked Russian. Siniakova will face Elina Svitolina for a place in the quarter-finals after the ninth-seeded Ukrainian beat American Ashlyn Krueger 6-4, 6-2. There was no drama for world number two Iga Swiatek, who defeated Greece's Maria Sakkari 6-3, 6-2. Poland's Swiatek beat Sakkari in the final to claim both of her Indian Wells titles, in 2022, and 2024, but Sakkari had won their most recent encounter in the quarter-finals of the Qatar Open last month. Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina, who lifted the Indian wells Trophy in 2023, faces Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk in the final match of the night.

DAMASCUS, March 10, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Syria said Iran-backed Hezbollah had fired artillery shells into its territory from Lebanon overnight, state media reported on Tuesday, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Lebanese Shia movement. Syrian army officials said artillery shells fired from Lebanon landed near the town of Serghaya, west of Damascus, the state news agency SANA reported on Tuesday. The army accused Hezbollah of targeting Syrian army positions, telling the news agency it observed Hezbollah reinforcements at the Syrian-Lebanese border. "The Syrian Arab Army will not tolerate any aggression targeting Syria," the army said in a statement to SANA. Hezbollah and Israeli forces have clashed in eastern Lebanon in recent days, and Israel has carried out strikes across Lebanon, including on the capital Beirut.

He has used his time at the Los Angeles university to learn about the emerging field of AI animation. That has included producing his seven-minute short film "Torment" about a masked killer terrorizing a high school. The film, which was recognized at the LA Shorts festival, was generated entirely by AI -- in just one week. The animation professor said she was shocked by an AI video that rocketed around the internet in recent weeks. For the mini-documentary about the difficulty of feeling at home anywhere, the 29-year-old artist fed the AI dozens of her drawings.

LOS ANGELES, United States, March 10, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander equalled Wilt Chamberlain's 63-year-old 20-point scoring record on Monday as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 129-126 in a pulsating clash of the Western Conference titans. Gilgeous-Alexander had given the Thunder what looked like a winning 126-122 lead with 14 seconds on the clock after another superb three-pointer. "I just tried to make a play I was comfortable making," Gilgeous-Alexander said after sending the Oklahoma City home crowd into raptures. Gilgeous-Alexander said the Nuggets had forced the Thunder to raise their game. "They're a really good opponent - they've won championships, they have really good talent, really good coaching and really good schemes," Gilgeous-Alexander said.

Home Ministry to hold meeting on creation of 4,000 SI Posts to strengthen Bangladesh PoliceDHAKA, March 9, 2026 (BSS) - The Home Ministry has called a meeting to discuss a proposal to create 4,000 Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in a bid to strengthen the capacity of Bangladesh Police in maintaining law and order across the country. The meeting will be chaired by the Senior Secretary of the ministry. The notice states that the meeting will discuss a proposal received from the Police Department regarding the creation of 4,000 unarmed SI Grade-10 (Unarmed) posts in various units under the organizational structure of Bangladesh Police. During a meeting with the heads of various departments under the ministry on February 23, the minister directed authorities to take immediate steps to fill vacant posts. Later, on February 26, the Home Minister also announced the immediate recruitment of 180 vacant posts of police sergeants.

Classes, exams to be suspended in all medical colleges from tomorrowPhoto: CollectedDHAKA, March 9, 2026 (BSS) - The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has decided to suspend classes and examinations in all government and private medical colleges of the country from tomorrow. This information was given in a notification sent by the Directorate General of Medical Education today. It said that classes and internal examinations of all medical colleges, dental colleges and units of the country will be closed from March 10 during the government-declared holiday of the holy Eid-ul-Fitr.

Yet, Heated Rivalry, the series adapted from a beloved book about queer hockey players, has done just that. Continuing to move up in the pop culture world, Storrie has recently hosted SNL, while Williams is gracing the covers of Wonderland, his striking looks captivating the fashion world. The success of Heated Rivalry is undeniable, but the well-being of its stars must be a priority. Only time will tell if Williams and Storrie can navigate the treacherous waters of superstardom and emerge as lasting talents, rather than fleeting sensations. Skylar Toddings Skylar Toddings '29 is an Opinion Columnist and an English and Art History student in the College of Arts and Sciences.

Photo: CollectedCHATTOGRAM, Mar 09, 2026 (BSS)- A huge contingent of joint forces started combing operation against criminals and illegal arms at Jungle Salimpur slum located at inaccessible hilly area under Sitakunda upzila here today. Law enforcement authorities said that the combing operation centering the Jungle Salimpur slum, which has long been considered as den of criminals and hoarding place of illegal arms, began following a directive from the Ministry of Home. Additional Police Superintendent of District Police (media) Md Russel told to the press that around 4000 members of joint forces have been participating in the ever-biggest drive at Jungle Salimpur Slum. Surveillance work is going on from the sky through special helicopters and drones along with deployment of dog squad to unearth illegal arms were likely stored beneath. Official sources said once abandoned Jungle Salimpur area were turned into an illegal residential zone by razing a number of big hills.

By Stephen BeechThe risk of potentially deadly heart disease can be detected from routine mammograms using AI technology. Researchers say the state-of-the-art technique could help save the disproportionate number of women who have undiagnosed and untreated cardiovascular disease. Study leader Dr. Hari Trivedi said: “Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women worldwide, yet women are consistently underdiagnosed and undertreated compared to men. “Mammograms, which women already attend for breast cancer screening, can also reveal calcium deposits in breast arteries and this is linked to heart disease. "For clinicians, it offers a practical way to identify women at cardiovascular risk who are currently being missed.

Then a chance of scattered thunderstorms this afternoon. Winds S at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 90%..TonightCloudy skies this evening followed by thunderstorms late. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70%.

Türkiye Ambassador to Bangladesh Ramis Sen met with State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam at the foreign ministry today. Photo: MoFADHAKA, March 9, 2026 (BSS) - Türkiye has assured support for Bangladesh'scandidature for the presidency of the 81st session of the United NationsGeneral Assembly (UNGA) for 2026-2027. During the meeting, the state minister sought Türkiye's support forBangladesh's candidature for the presidency of the 81st session of the UNGeneral Assembly for the 2026-2027 term. In response, Ambassador Sen conveyed that the Republic of Türkiye wouldextend its support to Bangladesh's candidature. She proposed establishing a full-fledged Turkish cultural institute inBangladesh to promote cultural exchanges.

Then a chance of scattered thunderstorms this afternoon. Winds S at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 80%..TonightCloudy skies this evening followed by thunderstorms late. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80%.

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Local Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir spoke as the chief guest at a programme organized by the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) at its headquarters in Agargaon in the capital today. Photo: PIDDHAKA, March 9, 2026 (BSS) - Local Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said the government is working tirelessly to ensure women's empowerment in the country. Speaking on the occasion, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia played a pioneering role in expanding women's education in the country. Following the path she demonstrated, the current government is continuing its efforts to strengthen women's empowerment and will carry on such initiatives in the future. The programme was chaired by LGED Chief Engineer Md.

4 seed in Ivy Madness, men’s basketball continued its dominant run, defeating Dartmouth 111-90 to cap off Ivy play on March 7. In part, it was to rest for Ivy Madness next week, with Cornell’s seeding already settled (No. Cornell found itself giving Dartmouth countless free throws, and Dartmouth made them count as they shot 30-33 (90.9%) on free throws. Cornell will now look to host Ivy Madness next weekend at Newman Arena on Saturday (semi-finals) and Sunday (finals). The other matchup in Ivy Madness is Harvard vs. the University of Pennsylvania, which tips off at 2 p.m. Coverage for both games is available on ESPNU.