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Day: December 26, 2024

US Universities Advise International Students to Return Early Due to Concerns Over Trump’s Inauguration

As the U.S. braces for Donald Trump’s second term, many universities are advising international students to return to campus before his January 20 inauguration due to fears over potential changes in immigration policy. This advice stems from Trump’s previous and current promises to tighten immigration laws, which could disrupt international students’ academic plans.In the 2023-24 […]

Is Yunus’s Fate Hanging in the Balance?

U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Strengthened Amid Regional Discussions Washington D.C. – The United States National Security Advisor (NSA), Jake Sullivan, met with Indian Minister of External Affairs Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Thursday morning in Washington, D.C., reaffirming the growing strength of the U.S.-India strategic partnership. The dialogue focused on advancing bilateral cooperation and addressing pressing regional […]

US Bangabandhu Parishad Demands Accountability from Dr. Yunus

Dr. Yunus Must Be Held Accountable for Distorting Liberation War History and Disrespecting Freedom Fighters. The Liberation War of 1971 stands as the most glorious chapter in the history of Bangladesh, marking the birth of the nation through the supreme sacrifices of the valiant freedom fighters, the true heroes of the nation. However, deep sorrow […]

Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s Son Denies Graft in $12.65 Billion Nuclear Deal

Reuters – In a strong rebuttal to recent accusations, Sajeeb Wazed, the son and advisor of ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, labeled the allegations of corruption in the awarding of the $12.65 billion nuclear power contract as “completely bogus” and a strategic “smear campaign”. The controversy centers around the 2015 agreement for the construction […]

Manmohan Singh, Indian ex-PM and architect of economic reform, dies at 92

Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh has died at the age of 92.Singh was one of India’s longest-serving prime ministers and he was considered the architect of key liberalising economic reforms, as premier from 2004-2014 and before that as finance minister.He had been admitted to a hospital in the capital Delhi after his health condition […]

Israeli air strikes hit main Yemen airport

Air strikes have been reported in two cities in Yemen.Witnesses and governing Houthi rebels said the country’s main international airport and a military base were targeted in the capital Sanaa, while a power station in the western port city of Hudaydah was also hit, the AFP news agency reported.Israel said it carried out the strikes […]

Urgent Rally to Demand Justice for Religious Minorities in Bangladesh: Stand with Victims of Human Rights Violations

A crucial rally will take place tomorrow, December 27th, at 3:00 PM at Mar-a-Lago, Florida, to raise awareness about the ongoing atrocities and human rights violations in Bangladesh. The protest, organized by the Hindu Buddhist Unity Council and supported by several key organizations, will be held at 1100 South Ocean Blvd. and aims to bring […]

Modern-day gladiator’ – the rise of heavyweight hope Itauma

The way I see it, I’m a modern-day gladiator. I just get into the arena and have to fight.”Tipped by many as the future of the heavyweight division, 19-year-old Moses Itauma is already an imposing figure with an impressive record.On 21 December, he stopped Demsey McKean in one round to register the 11th win in […]

Injured Halep withdraws from Australian Open

Simona Halep has withdrawn from Australian Open qualifying and will delay the start of her 2025 season after feeling pain in her knee and shoulder.The former world number one, 33, received a wildcard from tournament organisers last week but said she felt discomfort after playing at the World Tennis League exhibition event in Abu Dhabi.Halep […]

Kohli fined for clash in Melbourne Test

India’s Virat Kohli has been fined 20% of his match fee after barging into Australia opener Sam Konstas on day one of the fourth Test in Melbourne.Kohli clashed shoulders with Konstas at the end of the 10th over, with the former India captain appearing to change direction to make contact as the 19-year-old walked down […]