US star Tharp third all-time in 60m hurdles with win
US star Tharp third all-time in 60m hurdles with winLOS ANGELES, United States, March 15, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Ja'Kobe Tharp became the third-fastest performer in 60m hurdles history on Saturday, lowering his 2026 world-best time to 7.32 seconds by winning at the NCAA Championships in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The 20-year-old American, who set this year's world-fastest time with a victory in 7.36 seconds in Friday's heats, won the title at the elite US collegiate meet. His time made him the third-best all-time 60m hurdles performer behind Britain's Colin Jackson, who ran a best of 7.30 in 1994, and American Grant Holloway, who set the world record of 7.27 in 2024. Tharp won the US 110m hurdles crown last year and was sixth at the World Championships in Tokyo last year. Tharp did not compete in the US trials earlier this month and will not compete at the World Indoor Championships next week.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 15, 2026 03:24 UTC
US military identifies 6 soldiers killed in Iraq plane crash
The KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, bringing the number of US troops killed in operations against Iran to at least 13. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, which is a loose alliance of Iran-backed Iraqi factions, claimed to have downed a KC-135. The KC-135 crash is at least the fourth US military aircraft lost during the war, after three F-15s were shot down by friendly fire over Kuwait. Early in the war -- which began on February 28 -- Kuwaiti forces mistakenly downed three American F-15E fighters, but all six crew members were able to eject, according to CENTCOM. That incident occurred during combat including "attacks from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones," the military command said at the time.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 15, 2026 03:23 UTC
North Korea conducts test of nuclear-capable rocket launchers
SEOUL, March 15, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - North Korea tested nuclear-capable rocket launchers, state media reported on Sunday, a day after Seoul detected the launch of around 10 ballistic missiles. The test comes after South Korean and US forces kicked off their springtime military drills, due to run until March 19. It said the test involved 12 600mm-calibre ultra-precision multiple rocket launchers and two artillery companies. "The launch pattern... is closely synchronised with the schedule" of the joint drills, he said. This week, Kim Yo Jong, a powerful confidante of her brother Kim Jong Un, said the joint drills "may cause unimaginably terrible consequences".
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 15, 2026 03:20 UTC
Medvedev snaps Alcaraz win streak, sets Indian Wells final with Sinner
Alcaraz, 22, became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam with his Australian Open triumph this year. But Medvedev broke back immediately, and his control in the rallies had Alcaraz gasping after one long point in the ninth game. "In the second set, I started to feel much better. The Italian was delighted to finally punch his ticket to the final after falling to Alcaraz in the semis to Alcaraz in 2023 and 2024. Sinner broke him twice as the German's errors began to climb, and Zverev cut a dejected figure after Sinner pocketed the opening set.
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March 15, 2026 03:16 UTC
China says no fear of hosts Australia in Women's Asian Cup semi-final
China says no fear of hosts Australia in Women's Asian Cup semi-finalPERTH, Australia, March 15, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - China coach Ante Milicic declared his team has no fear of facing hosts Australia in front of a big crowd in their Women's Asian Cup semi-final, calling them "resilient and patriotic". Australia booked their spot in the final four a day earlier with a testing 2-1 win over North Korea. China are bidding for a record-extending 10th continental title and will have to get past Australia without their star player Wang Shuang. "Even without Wang Shuang, it doesn't bother us," insisted Milicic of the former Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham striker. "Wang Shuang has been excellent for us throughout this tournament.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 15, 2026 03:16 UTC
US Fed expected to hold rates steady as Iran war roils outlook
She warned that, depending on how long the Iran war lasts, inflation could again soar past four percent. The United States unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February, government data showed, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.4 percent. Analysts say a relatively steady unemployment rate has been masking churn beneath the surface. - 'Rock and a hard place' -Some Fed policymakers, however, have been cautious in describing the possible inflationary shocks of the war. To Daco, however, uncertainty means the Fed is more likely to hold rates steady "for a long period of time."
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 15, 2026 03:14 UTC
Kazakhstan to vote on constitution overhaul
ALMATY, Kazakhstan, March 15, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Kazakhs will cast ballots on Sunday in a constitutional referendum that authorities brand as democratising -- though several proposed amendments appear to strengthen presidential powers in Central Asia's richest country. After the 2022 protests over the cost of living that escalated into riots and left 238 people dead, the president pledged to liberalise the political system to build a "just Kazakhstan". The positions currently require approval from the Senate, the parliament's upper chamber, which would be abolished under the amendments. The sweeping constitutional overhaul was proposed just a month ago and then rushed through a hasty two-week campaign that saw little criticism. International observers say that elections in Kazakhstan are often predictable and tend to ratify decisions taken by the leadership, as across much of post-Soviet Central Asia.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 15, 2026 03:05 UTC
Philosopher Jürgen Habermas has died at 96, his German publisher says
Cloudy skies will become mostly sunny in the afternoon. SSW winds shifting to NW at 25 to 35 mph. Winds could occasionally gust over 50 mph..TonightPartly cloudy and windy. Winds N at 25 to 35 mph. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.
Source:Daily Sun
March 15, 2026 02:26 UTC
Men’s Basketball Falls to Yale in Ivy Madness Semis, Seniors Receive Standing Ovation
After ten minutes, both teams scored a combined 56 points, with Yale consistently only up by one or two baskets. Junior guard Jacob Beccles was the notable standout player for the Red, scoring ten points just minutes into the game. When the horn blared in Newman, Yale entered their locker room holding a 7-point lead, with the overall score reading 49-42. For the Red, this is the third consecutive year that Yale has knocked the team out of the Ivy Madness tournament. Head coach Jon Jaques ’10 credited Yale for their preparation for the Red’s usual style of defense.
Source:Daily Sun
March 15, 2026 02:13 UTC
Arizona lawmaker crafts measure helping consumers manage their subscriptions
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March 15, 2026 01:47 UTC
Joy Like Spotting the Eid Moon When a Fuel Truck Arrives
Joy Like Spotting the Eid Moon When a Fuel Truck Arrives Staff Correspondent, Dhaka (Saturday, March 14, 2026)“Fuel has arrived, fuel has arrived!” people shouted in excitement. After a long wait, the prospect of finally getting fuel brought visible relief and joy to everyone present. After hours of waiting at the Saudan Filling Station in the capital, a fuel tanker finally arrived—one carrying octane and another carrying petrol. A shortage of fuel supply at filling stations across the country, including the capital, still persists. Visits to several filling stations across the capital revealed varying situations—some stations have no fuel at all, while others have limited supply.
Source:Energy Bangla
March 14, 2026 23:57 UTC
Gas Supply to National Grid Begins from Srikail–5 Well
Gas Supply to National Grid Begins from Srikail–5 Well Staff Correspondent, Dhaka (Saturday, March 14, 2026)Gas supply to the national grid from the Srikail–5 well has begun, with an average of around 8 million cubic feet of gas being supplied daily. On Saturday, State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit inaugurated the supply of gas discovered from the Srikail–5 appraisal and development well to the national grid. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the state minister said that a target has been set to supply 82 million cubic feet of gas to the national grid in line with future plans. He noted that the ongoing instability in the Middle East has put the global energy supply system under pressure. In such a situation, the addition of new gas from the country’s own gas fields to the national grid is encouraging and positive.
Source:Energy Bangla
March 14, 2026 23:49 UTC
Minu urges greater awareness to combat dengue, chikungunya
Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu inaugurating a cleanliness campaign at Gangpara Canal near Baya Bridge in Paba upazila of the district. Photo: BSSRAJSHAHI, Mar 14, 2026 (BSS) - Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu today urged everyone to remain vigilant and take preventive measures to protect themselves from dengue and chikungunya. He said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has announced a nationwide regular cleanliness campaign or "Cleanliness Drive" every Saturday starting today to prevent mosquito-borne diseases. He made the remarks while inaugurating a cleanliness campaign at Gangpara Canal near Baya Bridge in Paba upazila of the district. Minu said Aedes mosquitoes usually breed in clean stagnant water on rooftops, flower pots and other places.
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March 14, 2026 21:00 UTC
Clinical Japan confident of taking down Philippines at Women's Asian Cup
SYDNEY, March 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Coach Nils Nielsen said Saturday Japan have the tools to take apart the Philippines in their Women's Asian Cup quarter-final as the ominous two-time champions bid to keep a fourth straight clean-sheet. The highest-ranked team in the competition and the only Asian side to win the World Cup, Japan have been clinical so far with three wins from three games in the group phase. "The Philippines are a very hard-working, disciplined and interesting side to watch, and it's going to be a challenge for us," said Greenland's Nielsen, the first foreign-born coach of the Japan women's team. For the Philippines' Australian coach Mark Torcaso, reaching the final eight is an achievement in itself. The winner will bank automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil and line-up a semi-final against either South Korea or Uzbekistan.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 14, 2026 18:50 UTC