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Dhaka neighborhoods close streets after overnight rain
Three residential lanes in Dhaka stayed closed this morning after overnight rain left water above the curb. Ward offices asked families to move scooters to higher ground and to use
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Chittagong port clears a week of family shipments
Chittagong port posted a clearance list for household shipments that have been waiting since last week. Families who sent documents on Monday can collect a gate pass from the commu
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Sylhet tea gardens open a visitor week for families abroad
Tea gardens around Sylhet set aside a visitor week for families who are home for the holidays. The walks are short, the paths are marked, and the gardens asked guests to stay on th
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Toronto students compare rooms before the fall leases start
Students in Toronto are comparing rooms this week, before the fall leases are signed. The campus board lists who needs a roommate and which buildings still have a spare room.
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London clinic adds Saturday hours for new families
A neighborhood clinic in London added Saturday hours for families who cannot come during the work week. The extra clinic covers checkups, vaccine questions, and repeat prescription
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Dubai grocers stock festival sweets before the weekend rush
Grocers in Dubai stocked festival sweets and pantry staples before the weekend rush. Several shops posted which items are already limited.
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New York groups share one list of autumn fair jobs
Groups in New York put the autumn fair jobs on one list: setup, the water table, the stage door, and cleanup. Each job has a start time and a lead name.
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Desk: Toronto student housing
Students compare rooms near campus and ask roommates to share leases before the term starts.
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Desk: Dhaka weekend markets
Neighborhood markets list produce, clothing, and festival supplies ahead of the weekend rush.