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Day: May 18, 2025

Awami League Reclaims Central Office After Ten Months, Streets Filled with Protesting Activists

After ten months of political uncertainty and unrest, the central office of the Awami League at Bangabandhu Avenue in the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh, has come alive once again. On Sunday, May 18, 2025, the iconic location resonated with passionate slogans from hundreds of Awami League activists and supporters. Party leaders declared the office “reclaimed” […]

US FDA Approves First Blood Test to Detect Alzheimer’s Disease

In a historic development for neurological healthcare, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization for the first-ever blood test designed to aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. The test, developed by Fujirebio Diagnostics, Inc., marks a significant leap forward in the early detection and management of the debilitating condition. The […]

From al-Qaeda Fighter to President: The Rise of Ahmad al-Sharaa in Syria

Damascus, Syria — Once a foot soldier for al-Qaeda imprisoned at Abu Ghraib, Ahmad al-Sharaa now stands as Syria’s interim president, shaking hands with world leaders — including former U.S. President Donald Trump. Al-Sharaa led the rebel coalition that toppled Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024, ending Syria’s brutal civil war. Since taking power, he […]

Trump Undermines U.S.-India Strategic Trust by Intervening in South Asia Crisis

On May 7, India launched a targeted military operation against Pakistan in response to a terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that left 26 civilians dead. The attackers, Islamist militants, specifically targeted Hindu tourists—an example of the cross-border terrorism India has long faced from Pakistan. Unexpectedly, former U.S. President Donald Trump intervened—not to mediate impartially, but […]

Istanbul Peace Talks Highlight Deep Divide Between Ukraine and Russia

The recent high-level peace talks in Istanbul between Russia and Ukraine—first since early in the 2022 war—show that the two sides remain far apart, even as they agreed to continue negotiations and swap a thousand prisoners of war. According to Turkey’s foreign minister, both countries expressed willingness to hold more talks, giving hope for a […]

Mexican Navy Ship Crashes into Brooklyn Bridge, 2 Dead, 19 Injured

A towering Mexican navy tall ship, Cuauhtémoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday night after reportedly losing power while sailing out of New York toward Iceland. The 277-crew vessel, primarily filled with cadets, smashed into the bridge around 8:30 p.m., shearing off its 147-foot masts. Key Details: 2 sailors died and 19 others were […]

Trump Administration Reverses Biden-Era Ban on ‘Forced Reset Triggers’ for Guns

In a significant reversal of a Biden-era gun control measure, the Trump administration has reached a legal settlement that will allow the sale and possession of so-called “forced reset triggers” — controversial firearm accessories that effectively enable semiautomatic rifles to fire at a rate similar to fully automatic machine guns. The agreement, announced Friday by […]

Audio Confirms Biden’s Memory Lapses in Special Counsel Interview

A newly released audio recording of then-President Joe Biden’s interview with special counsel Robert Hur reveals clear signs of memory lapses—contradicting earlier denials from White House officials. The recording includes a moment where Biden appears unable to recall the year his eldest son, Beau Biden, died, until prompted by his legal team. Despite the release […]

US House Republicans Propose Immigrant Fees to Fund Trump’s Crackdown

Congressional Republicans are advancing legislation that would impose a wide range of new fees on immigrants, a move critics warn could create serious financial barriers for vulnerable people seeking legal protection in the U.S. The proposal, moving through the GOP-controlled House of Representatives, would require immigrants to pay hundreds or even thousands of dollars for […]

Russian Drone Attack on Bus in Ukraine’s Sumy Region Kills Nine, Hours After Peace Talks Begin

At least nine people were killed and seven others injured after a Russian drone struck a passenger bus in northeastern Ukraine, according to Ukrainian authorities. The deadly attack occurred just hours after Ukraine and Russia held their first direct peace talks in three years. Despite discussions covering potential leader-level meetings, a ceasefire, and a prisoner […]