Police in Araihazar, Narayanganj, have arrested Judge Mia, a 55-year-old fugitive convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment. He was detained on Tuesday night in the Brahmandi area of the upazila. Judge Mia, son of Nayeb Ali from Bara Monohordi, was convicted under Penal Code sections 302 and 201 in case number 10(4) 1999 filed with Araihazar Police Station.

According to police, the arrest was made based on secret information. After the court sentenced him to life imprisonment, Judge Mia had been absconding for many years. Case records show that in April 1999, he killed his newly married wife, Rehena, and dumped her body in a pond belonging to Zainal Haji in the Uzan Gobindi area of the upazila.

Police confirmed that the arrested convict has been sent to jail through the court following his capture.

Mohsen Rezaei, former commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and current member of the Expediency Council, declared that Iran will not engage in any negotiations over its nuclear program. He emphasized that the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz must remain under Iranian control and management, warning that losing control could allow enemies to use it against Iran and its people.

According to Iran’s ISNA news agency, Rezaei stated that regional countries should take responsibility for their own security and that all foreign forces, whether from the United States or Europe, must leave the region. His remarks come amid ongoing international tension over foreign military presence in the Middle East and Iran’s nuclear activities.

The statement reflects Tehran’s firm stance on maintaining sovereignty and regional influence, underscoring its resistance to external pressure and intervention.

Ted Turner, the founder of CNN and a pioneering figure in global television news, has died at the age of 87. Turner Enterprises announced that he passed away on Wednesday while surrounded by his family. Turner, who was born in Ohio and later became a prominent businessman in Atlanta, was widely known for his outspoken personality and transformative impact on broadcast journalism through the creation of the 24-hour news channel CNN.

Beyond CNN, Turner built a vast media empire that included popular film and cartoon channels as well as ownership of professional sports teams such as the Atlanta Braves. His innovative approach reshaped how audiences consumed news and entertainment, establishing a model that influenced generations of media organizations worldwide.

The announcement of his death marks the end of an era for modern television and global news broadcasting, as Turner’s legacy continues to define the landscape of real-time journalism and media entrepreneurship.

A case application has been filed against former Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, former interim government law adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul, and 14 others over the deaths of students in a plane crash at Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka. The application was submitted on Thursday, May 7, 2026, to the Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Ariful Islam’s court by Ushaimong Marma, father of a deceased student. The court recorded the plaintiff’s statement and kept the order pending, according to the plaintiff’s lawyer A.K.M. Sharif Uddin.

The complaint alleges that the accused failed to perform their official duties properly and allowed a mechanically faulty F-7 fighter jet to conduct training flights over densely populated Dhaka, leading to a deadly crash. It also accuses them of negligence in rescue operations, failure to provide compensation, and permitting unsafe school buildings. The crash on July 21, 2025, killed 36 people, including 28 students, and injured around 200 others.

The plaintiff claims that despite public promises of compensation, no payments have been made to victims’ families. The accused are alleged to be jointly and individually responsible for the tragedy and subsequent failures in accountability and rehabilitation.

Local government elections are being held across the United Kingdom on Thursday, viewed as a referendum on Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s turbulent tenure. Analysts suggest the results could accelerate Starmer’s departure and signal a major political shift. The Labour Party faces potential heavy losses in England’s local councils and in the semi-autonomous legislatures of Scotland and Wales, driven by public frustration over the weak economy, rising living costs, and declining trust in Starmer’s leadership.

The economic crisis has deepened due to disrupted oil supplies following the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict, while Starmer’s decision to appoint scandal-linked Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington has further eroded his popularity. Polls indicate Labour could lose more than half of its 2,500 council seats, as the far-right Reform UK party campaigns under the slogan “Vote Reform, Remove Starmer.”

Experts warn that a major defeat could trigger an internal revolt within Labour, with figures such as Health Minister Wes Streeting, former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, and Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham rumored as potential challengers. Meanwhile, nationalist parties in Scotland and Wales are expected to gain ground, potentially reigniting independence debates.

A goat trader was killed and three others were injured when a truck hit an auto-van in Singra upazila of Natore on Thursday morning. The accident occurred around 9 a.m. near the Singra bus stand. Police and locals said four traders were returning home by van after buying goats from Chagolhati when a Natore-bound truck collided with their vehicle. Ali Hossain, 35, of Ancholkot village in Hatiandah union, died on the spot.

The injured were identified as Azad, Afsar Ali, and Siraj. Azad was transferred to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, while the other two are receiving treatment at the upazila health complex. The truck driver fled the scene, leaving the vehicle behind.

Singra Police Station Officer-in-Charge Rafiqul Islam stated that the truck had been seized and legal action was being taken regarding the incident.

U.S. President Donald Trump is struggling to find a way out of the prolonged war with Iran, which has entered its tenth week despite initial expectations of lasting only six weeks. The conflict has left Trump caught in both geopolitical and domestic traps, unable to secure a decisive military victory while facing growing political pressure at home. With public approval falling and fuel prices rising, the administration is under increasing strain to end the fighting.

According to CNN, the latest hope for peace lies in a one-page memorandum currently under discussion among the United States, Iran, and mediator Pakistan. The document aims to end hostilities and set a 30-day timeline to resolve outstanding issues. However, the memorandum appears insufficient to address decades-old disputes over nuclear programs, missile development, and regional militias. Iran is also demanding sanctions relief to revive its economy and maintain control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Despite Trump’s repeated claims that a deal is near, U.S. officials’ statements reveal a weakened negotiating position. The uncertainty surrounding Washington’s strategy and the humanitarian toll of the war have intensified calls for a swift resolution.

The Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre reported that water levels in seven rivers across three districts in Bangladesh’s northeastern haor basin were flowing above the pre-monsoon danger level as of Thursday morning, May 7, 2026. The affected rivers include those in Netrokona, Sunamganj, and Habiganj districts, with eight monitoring stations recording elevated levels. Moderate to heavy rainfall was observed in the past 24 hours, including 65 millimeters in Durgapur, 45 millimeters in Jariajhanjail, and 62 millimeters in Brahmanbaria.

According to the agency, the Nalojur River in Sunamganj rose by 2 centimeters to flow 51 centimeters above the danger level, while several rivers in Netrokona, including the Dhalai-Baulai, Someshwari, Bhogai-Kangsha, and Mogra, showed varying changes in water height. In Habiganj, the Kalni and Sutang rivers also rose slightly. However, water levels in Sunamganj’s haor region were reported to be slowly receding at a rate of up to 1 centimeter per hour.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department forecast scattered rainfall over the next five days, with no heavy downpour expected, though rainfall activity may increase afterward.

Bangladesh is expecting record mango production and exports in the 2025–26 season, according to the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE). The country currently exports mangoes to 38 destinations, with Malaysia showing new interest after China joined last year. Officials said no harmful chemicals are used in export-quality mangoes, and no shipments have been rejected abroad. The DAE has set a production target of 2.795 million tons from 207,247 hectares and an export goal of 279,000 tons.

Officials noted that commercial mango farming remains profitable due to low pest risks and stable transport conditions. Fourteen districts are engaged in large-scale cultivation of varieties such as Gopalbhog, Himsagar, Langra, and Amrapali. The export season will run from May 12 to August 14, slightly extended due to weather. However, growers face challenges including a shortage of fruit-protective bags and rising air freight costs, which may affect small and medium exporters.

If export volumes decline, local supply could increase, potentially influencing prices. Farmers remain cautiously optimistic that a stable domestic market will offset export-related risks.

A total of 1,600 commercial ships remain stranded in the Strait of Hormuz after the suspension of the US-led military operation 'Project Freedom', announced by Donald Trump. The mission, intended to provide a secure passage for vessels through the strategic waterway, lasted only 48 hours before being halted. During that time, only two ships managed to pass safely, leaving thousands of sailors and shipping companies in renewed uncertainty.

Shipping executives said confidence will not return without a verified peace agreement. Los Angeles port director Gene Seroka stated that no company is willing to risk its cargo or crew despite US military assurances. The 21-mile-long strait, which normally handles about 120 ships daily and supplies 20 percent of global oil, has seen traffic nearly frozen for two months. Insurance firms have refused to cover war-related losses, sharply increasing financial risks.

Iran has announced the creation of the 'Persian Gulf Strait Authority' to regulate tolls and navigation, a move the US rejects as illegal. According to the International Maritime Organization, 32 ships have been hit by missiles since the conflict began, resulting in 10 deaths.

Thirteen countries, including Bangladesh, have jointly condemned an Israeli military attack and the reported abduction of crew members from the 'Global Sumud Flotilla', a ship attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The foreign ministers of these nations issued a joint statement describing Israel’s actions as a severe violation of international law. The incident occurred on April 30 in international waters near the coast of Greece.

The statement, signed by Bangladesh, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia, Brazil, Colombia, Jordan, Libya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritania, South Africa, and Spain, characterized the assault and abductions as illegal acts against civilians in international waters. It emphasized that the flotilla was a peaceful civilian initiative aimed at highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and delivering aid.

The countries expressed deep concern for the detained workers’ safety and urged Israel to release them immediately and unconditionally. They also called on the international community to uphold international law, ensure civilian protection, and hold Israel accountable for violations.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with Waqf Administrator Safiz Uddin Ahmed on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Prime Minister’s Office. During the courtesy meeting, the administrator presented an overview of the current activities of the Waqf Administration and the overall management of Waqf properties across the country.

The Prime Minister provided key directives on ensuring proper maintenance of Waqf properties and expanding welfare initiatives funded by their income. The meeting was also attended by Minister for Religious Affairs Shah Mofazzal Hossain Kaykobad, Member of Parliament Shamim Kaysal Linkon, and Religious Affairs Secretary Munshi Alauddin Al Azad.

The discussion highlighted the government’s focus on improving transparency and efficiency in Waqf property management and enhancing their contribution to public welfare programs.

South Korea has extended its temporary ban on stockpiling petroleum products for another two months, the country’s Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol announced. The decision comes as global energy supply concerns persist due to instability in the Middle East. The measure, initially imposed in March to prevent unfair trading, was set to expire next week but will now remain in effect for two additional months.

According to the state news agency Yonhap, the government introduced the restriction earlier this year to curb speculative hoarding of fuel products. The extension aims to stabilize the domestic energy market and ensure fair distribution amid fears of supply disruptions caused by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Officials described the move as a precautionary step to mitigate potential risks to South Korea’s energy security while monitoring global developments closely.

A mobile court in Bheramara upazila of Kushtia conducted a raid on an unlicensed factory producing counterfeit baby food items including juice, jelly, and liquid yogurt. The operation took place on Wednesday night, May 6, in the Satbaria area of Dharmapur Union. Factory owner Majnu Hossain was fined 100,000 taka, and a large quantity of fake products was destroyed on site.

The raid was led by Bheramara Upazila Nirbahi Officer Rafiqul Islam and Assistant Commissioner (Land) Dr. Gazi Ashiq Bahar, with participation from BSTI Kushtia inspector Asif Karim, field officer Khairul Islam, and local police and Ansar members. According to court sources, the factory had been producing baby food using labels of well-known companies collected from Dhaka’s Chawkbazar, without any government approval and under unhygienic conditions, posing serious health risks.

In a separate operation in the same area, Shahadat Hossain was fined 30,000 taka for possessing bottled sexual stimulant medicines without a license. The upazila administration stated that similar drives against illegal and adulterated factories will continue to protect public health.

Iran has toughened its position on key issues ahead of any potential negotiations, declaring firm red lines on its nuclear program and control over the Strait of Hormuz. According to reports from Tehran, the government has made clear that uranium enrichment activities are non-negotiable, and it will not transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium abroad. The move signals a more rigid approach as discussions with international counterparts are anticipated.

As a second red line, Iran has emphasized its regional military posture and sovereignty over the strategic Hormuz Strait. The country has strengthened its control over the waterway, introducing new protocols requiring all transiting vessels to coordinate with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy. Ships must now obtain transit permits and pay mandatory tolls or fees to the IRGC. Observers view these measures as Tehran’s main strategic response amid recent regional tensions.

The new regulations underscore Iran’s intent to assert authority over critical maritime routes and resist external pressure on its nuclear and defense policies.