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Middle East

Iran, Russia, and China to Begin Joint Military Drills
Over 20,000 Expats Arrested in Saudi Arabia in a Week
Over 1,000 Killed in Syria, Including 700+ Civilians
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Iran-U.S. Relations: A Timeline of Tensions and Turning Points
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich Resigns
Iran Issues Strong Message in Response to Trump’s Threats
Tensions Escalate Between the US and Iran Over Nuclear Talks
Syrian President Announces Interim Government
Ballistic Missile Attack on Israel
Hamas Agrees to Ceasefire Proposal in Gaza
Israel Launches First Airstrike on Beirut After Ceasefire Agreement with Lebanon
Iran Agrees to Indirect Talks with the United States
The United States Cancels Visa of Pro-Palestinian Turkish Student
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Iran Expands Military Drills to Include Fordow and Khondab Nuclear Sites

TEHRAN – Iran has expanded its military drills, dubbed Eqtedar (meaning “might” in Farsi), to cover two additional nuclear facilities in the west and center of the country, state media reported on January 12. The drills, which began last week and are set to continue until mid-March, involve the army and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard […]

Eli Paul 26.2 mile run at NYC Marathon 2024

Eli Paul (Dr. Konica Paul Bose, MD), a Bangladeshi American, has successfully completed the 26.2 mile run at NYC Marathon 2024 on Sunday, 3rd November 2024. She is a practicing gastroenterologist and a mother of 3. Eli Paul ran the marathon in memory of her deceased elder brother Dr. Kaniska Paul. She may be the […]

New Norovirus Strain Linked to U.S. Stomach Bug Surge

In a significant public health development, a new variant of norovirus, known as GII.17[P17], has emerged as the primary culprit behind a dramatic increase in stomach bug cases across the United States. According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this particular strain is now driving nearly 70% of the […]

After much drama, Allu Arjun has finally been granted bail.

The situation has been rapidly changing since Allu Arjun’s arrest. After his arrest, the superstar was taken to Chikkadpally Police Station in Hyderabad, the station where the complaint against him was filed. Following a preliminary investigation at the station, he was taken to Gandhi Hospital for a medical check-up. After the medical examination, he was […]

Bangladeshi Traders Shift to Southeast Asian Rice Amid Decline in Imports from India

DHAKA – Bangladeshi traders have largely halted rice imports from India, despite government approval for 92 companies to bring in 392,000 metric tons. As of now, only 3,320 metric tons—just 0.85% of the approved quantity—have been imported. Instead, Bangladesh has turned to alternative suppliers, including Myanmar, Indonesia, and Vietnam, for its rice needs. However, this […]

Sheikh Mujib’s Murals Vandalized in Various Districts of Bangladesh

Murals of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman have been vandalized in various districts of Bangladesh by members of the so-called anti-discrimination student movement, Jamaat-Shibir, and militants. The incidents took place on Wednesday (February 5) between 10:00 PM and 1:30 AM local time. At Begum Rokeya University and Carmichael College in Rangpur, murals of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman […]

Afghanistan’s Refugees Minister Khalil Rahman Haqqani Killed in Kabul Explosion

Khalil Rahman Haqqani, the Afghan Taliban’s acting minister for refugees, was killed along with six others in an explosion in Kabul on Wednesday, confirmed by his nephew, Anas Haqqani. The Taliban government attributed the attack to the banned Islamic State (IS) group, though IS has not claimed responsibility. “We lost a very brave mujahid,” said […]

Durga from Satyajit Ray’s Pather Panchali Passes Away

Actress Uma Das Gupta, who gained worldwide fame for her role as Durga in Satyajit Ray’s legendary film Pather Panchali (1955), has passed away. The news of her death was confirmed by actor and politician Chiranjit Chakraborty to a daily newspaper in West Bengal. It is reported that Uma had been battling cancer for a […]

Biden, Netanyahu discuss Gaza ceasefire phone call

The phone call came a day after Prime Minister Netanyahu sent a delegation of top Israeli intelligence agency Mossad and Shin Bet security officials to Doha. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by phone with outgoing US President Joe Biden during his final hours as a ceasefire and hostage release agreement in Gaza gained momentum. […]

Valencia Breaks January Heat Record with Unprecedented 26.9°C Temperature

January 27, 2025 – Spain’s Mediterranean coastal city of Valencia recorded its hottest January temperature of 26.9°C on January 27, breaking a record that goes back over 150 years, according to the national weather agency, Aemet. This measurement surpasses the previous record of 26.6°C set on January 22, 2018, from a data set that began […]

U.S. Issues Security Alert for Americans in Israel

The United States has issued a security alert for its citizens residing in Israel amid escalating violence in the region. The alert follows continued Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, which have resulted in significant civilian casualties, including women and children. Meanwhile, Hamas has responded with rocket attacks on Tel Aviv, and additional rocket strikes have been […]

Mark Zuckerberg’s Secretive Overhaul of Meta’s Policies Sparks Controversy, Raises LGBTQ+ Concerns

SAN FRANCISCO – In a highly unusual move, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has made sweeping changes to the company’s approach to online speech, following a visit to President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in December 2024. The changes, which were developed in secret by a small team of top executives, were announced on January 7, blindsiding […]