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Hundreds of workers in Gazipur, north of the capital Dhaka, blocked the Dhaka-Tangail highway, vandalising several vehicles, while large groups took to the streets in the Mirpur district, where police dispersed demonstrators with tear gas, AFP reporters saw. (PICS/AFP)

Updated 1 day ago

Police personnel stand guard as garment workers gather to protest demanding higher minimum wages in Dhaka on Monday. PIC/AFP

A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh, nicknamed "Trump" for its distinctive blond tuft of hair, has captured public attention ahead of Eid al-Adha. Initially slated for sacrifice, the animal was rescued after going viral on social media and is now being relocated to the national zoo for care and quarantine. The unusual case has drawn crowds, officials and widespread online interest. PICS/AFP

Updated 5 months ago

Police personnel stand guard as garment workers gather to protest demanding higher minimum wages in Dhaka on Monday. PIC/AFP