April 19, 2025 1:19 pm

Day: April 17, 2025

All India Muslim Jamaat Issues Fatwa Against Tamil Nadu Politician Vijay Amid Waqf Act Controversy

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh), April 17 – Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi, President of the All India Muslim Jamaat, has issued a fatwa against Tamil Nadu’s actor-turned-politician Vijay, the chief of the Tamil Nadu Vijay Karthik (TVK) party. The move comes after accusations that Vijay has portrayed Muslims negatively in his films and invited individuals involved in […]

Natalie Portman Calls Child Star Years a “Long Lolita Phase”

Natalie Portman is speaking out once again about the sexualization she faced as a young actor, calling it a “long Lolita phase” during a candid conversation with Jenna Ortega for Interview magazine. Portman, who was just 12 when she starred in Léon: The Professional, revealed she often felt scared by the way the industry treated […]

Hugh Jackman’s Forgotten Fantasy Flick Becomes Netflix Hit

Hugh Jackman’s 2012 animated fantasy film Rise of the Guardians has found new life on Netflix, becoming the third most-watched English-language movie on the platform this week with over 5.4 million views. Based on The Guardians of Childhood book series by William Joyce, the film follows a team of legendary characters—including Jackman’s tough-talking Easter Bunny, […]

World’s First Wooden Satellite, LignoSat, Successfully Launched into Space

The world’s first wooden satellite, LignoSat, has officially blasted off, marking a milestone in the exploration of sustainable materials for space technology. Developed by Kyoto University and Japanese homebuilder Sumitomo Forestry, the innovative satellite is designed to test the durability and potential applications of wood in extreme cosmic environments.Named after the Latin word for “wood,” […]

Germany Condemns Taiwanese Activist’s Nazi Display as ‘Shameless’

The German Institute in Taipei has strongly condemned Taiwanese activist Sung Chien-liang for displaying Nazi symbols during a public appearance, calling his actions “shameless.” Sung, affiliated with the nationalist Kuomintang (KMT) party, wore a Nazi armband, held a Chinese translation of Adolf Hitler’s “Mein Kampf,” and performed a Nazi salute outside the New Taipei District […]

Taiwanese Activist Condemned for Displaying Nazi Symbols During Public Appearance

Taipei, Taiwan – Taiwanese activist Sung Chien-liang has sparked widespread condemnation after wearing a Nazi armband and holding a Chinese translation of Adolf Hitler’s “Mein Kampf” during a public appearance at the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office. The incident has drawn criticism from Germany, Israel, and Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry, among others.Sung, affiliated with the nationalist […]

April 17: The Day Bangladesh’s First Government Was Formed in Mujibnagar

April 17, 1971, stands as a monumental day in the history of Bangladesh’s struggle for independence. On this day, the Mujibnagar Government—the first government-in-exile of Bangladesh—formally took oath in Baidyanathtala, Meherpur district, now known as Mujibnagar. This event marked the establishment of a legitimate government to lead the Liberation War and advocate for the nation […]

Trump Administration Faces Backlash Over Closure of Disinformation Office Amid Legal Challenges

The Trump administration has announced the closure of a State Department office dedicated to countering foreign disinformation, citing concerns over censorship. The decision follows President Donald Trump’s executive order last month to reduce the scope of an independent federal agency that funded outlets such as Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended […]

Rubio Shuts Down State Department’s Disinformation Office Amid Controversy

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced the closure of the Counter Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (R/FIMI) hub, a State Department office tasked with combating disinformation campaigns worldwide. Rubio justified the decision by accusing the office of censoring conservative speech, framing the move as a step toward “protecting and championing” free speech.“Over the […]

Biden Criticizes Trump Administration Over Social Security Cuts in First Major Speech

Former President Joe Biden delivered his first major speech since leaving office, using the platform to criticize his successor, Donald Trump, for policies he claims have undermined essential services for Americans. Speaking at a conference of disability advocates in Chicago, Biden expressed concern over the impact of Trump’s administration on Social Security, which serves over […]