December 18, 2024 1:37 pm

Day: December 1, 2024

Americas, Lead, Middle East

Trump Names Massad Boulos as Adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed Lebanese-American businessman Massad Boulos as his senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. The announcement underscores Trump’s efforts to strengthen ties with the Arab world as he positions himself for a potential return to the White House. “I am proud to announce that Massad Boulos will serve […]

Lead, Pacific

Canada Halts Private Refugee Sponsorship Applications Until 2026

Canada has announced a temporary pause on private refugee sponsorship applications from groups of five individuals or more and community organizations to address a growing backlog. The decision, effective immediately, will remain in place until December 31, 2025, according to a notice published on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website. The pause aims […]

Americas

US President Pardons Son Hunter Biden

U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, following his conviction on federal gun and tax charges. This decision marks a shift from the president’s earlier stance, when he had stated that he would not intervene in his son’s legal matters. The announcement of the pardon came on Sunday evening. […]

Bangladesh

Statement by Awami League Joint General Secretary A. F. M. Bahauddin Nasim Protesting the Acquittal of All Defendants in the August 21 Grenade Attack Case

In his statement, he said, “August 21 is a dark day in the history of democratic civilization. On this day in 2004, a heinous grenade attack was carried out at a peace rally against terrorism organized by the Bangladesh Awami League on Bangabandhu Avenue in the capital. This was one of the most horrific incidents […]

Asia, India, International, Lead

How did ISKCON begin? Reasons Discussed

Victoria Okampo After the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh, there has been a lot of discussion about the Hindu religious organization that was associated with him, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness or International Society for Krishna Consciousness – ISKCON. Many people are also accusing ISKCON of preaching extremist religious doctrines. […]

Global Trade, Tech & Startup

Rats Behind the Wheel: Driving Through Evolutionary Insights

Nafis Sadique Shatil In a groundbreaking experiment, scientists taught rats to drive tiny cars. While this might sound like an amusing novelty, the implications are far-reaching, offering a unique lens to understand evolution and the adaptability of life. These rodent drivers don’t just steer toward treats—they navigate the evolutionary narrative of how species acquire and […]

Culture, Entertainment

Margot Robbie Nearly Quit Acting After Suicide Squad Due to Fame’s Dark Side

Margot Robbie’s portrayal of Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad became iconic, but the fallout from the role was far from glamorous. In an honest conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Margot revealed how the darker side of fame almost pushed her to quit acting. The intense attention that came with playing Harley Quinn brought unexpected challenges, […]

Asia, Bangladesh, Lead

August 21 Grenade Attack Case: High Court Acquits Tarique Rahman and All Accused

Deepanwita Martin The High Court has acquitted all accused, including BNP’s Acting Chairperson Tarique Rahman and former State Minister for Home Lutfozzaman Babar, in the widely debated August 21 grenade attack case. The attack, which targeted an anti-terrorism rally by the Awami League on Dhaka’s Bangabandhu Avenue 20 years ago, killed 24 people and injured […]

Americas, Lead, US

Trump Plans Key Roles for Indian-Americans in Potential Second Term

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Former President Donald Trump is poised to elevate Indian-Americans to prominent positions within his administration if re-elected in 2024. Trump’s former spiritual advisor, Johnnie Moore, highlighted the inclusion of Indian-origin figures in Trump’s plans, reflecting the growing prominence of the Indian-American community in U.S. politics. Indian-American Nominations Lauded Moore, writing on X […]

Asia, International

Sectarian Clashes in Pakistan’s Kurram District Claim Over 130 Lives Despite Ceasefire Efforts

PESHAWAR – Sectarian violence in Pakistan’s north-western Kurram district has claimed over 130 lives despite a tentative ceasefire brokered last week, local officials confirmed. The district, bordering Afghanistan, has long been a flashpoint for Sunni-Shia tensions, with the latest clashes escalating into deadly confrontations over the past month. District administration official Wajid Hussain reported that […]

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