BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected Brunei's economic growth at 2.5 percent this year and 2.0 percent in 2026.

In its latest Asian Development Outlook (ADO) released recently, ADB said Brunei's economic growth is expected to slow in 2025 and 2026 after rapid expansion last year. (Brunei-Economy)

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DHAKA -- The Bangladesh people in the capital Dhaka and elsewhere in the country on Monday celebrated the Bengali New Year 1432 with colorful rallies, traditional delicious food and gorgeous cultural and musical events.

Celebrations of the Bengali New Year began at the sunrise when people wearing new dresses gathered in several major venues around Dhaka University, featuring musical events, rural games and clay dolls, jute crafts and handmade items. (Bangladesh-New Year)

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COLOMBO -- One person was killed while around 20 others were injured when three vehicles collided with each other in Trincomalee district in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province on Monday, police said.

The accident involved a passenger bus, a lorry and a double cab. The driver of the bus died at the scene, while the injured were transported to nearby regional hospitals for treatment. (Sri Lanka-Road Accident)

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SYDNEY -- A team of Australian scientists has discovered 55 new species of wishbone spiders in a major study exploring some of the country's more remote ecosystems, the University of Western Australia said on Monday.

The research focused on the "Aname" genus, a group of spiders known for their shiny bronze, gold, or silver hairs and deep silk-lined burrows. (Australia-Spiders) Enditem

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