Recent incidents have sparked concerns, such as Yunus condemning attacks at Amar Ekushey Boi Mela and calling for swift action. Additionally, gold prices are expected to reach Tk 150,000 for the first time, indicating a significant shift in the market. In political news, the government assured the BNP that it is committed to holding elections by December, as tensions rise. Meanwhile, users of Meta's popular messaging platforms, including WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, reported widespread outages earlier today. Many experienced difficulties sending or receiving messages, peaking around 2 PM local time. Downdetector documented an influx of service interruption reports as users took to social media to voice their complaints. The tech giant has yet to address the outages or provide a timeline for restoration. In tech developments, Apple is anticipated to announce the second generation of PowerBeats Pro earbuds, first launched in 2019. Reports suggest that the announcement could coincide with the launch of a new iPhone SE. The new earbuds are expected to feature heart rate tracking capabilities, expanding on the functionalities provided by the Apple Watch. With ongoing updates in tech and finance, it's essential to stay connected to local news through the WPRI 12 TV app.
