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Trump will keep a close watch on Bangladesh: U.S. Muslim leader to Indian media

The second term of the newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump will begin on January 20 next year. Sajid Tarar, a Pakistani-American politician and the head of the organization “Muslims for Trump,” commented that the relationship between the United States and Bangladesh may become difficult during Trump’s new term. He shared these views in an […]

Pope Francis Urges U.S. to Commute Death Row Sentences

VATICAN CITY – In a rare appeal during his weekly address at St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis on Sunday called on U.S. authorities to commute the sentences of prisoners on death row. “Today, it comes to my heart to ask all of you to pray for the prisoners in the United States who are on […]

Mariah Carey’s Holiday Hit Returns to No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100

The holiday season is officially upon us, as Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” re-enters the Billboard Hot 100, marking its sixth annual return. The 1994 classic takes the top spot with an impressive 38 million streams and 24 million radio airplay impressions, according to Luminate. This seasonal favorite bumps Kendrick Lamar’s […]

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Arrest Warrant Issued for Former Bangladesh Cricket Captain Shakib Al Hasan

In a significant legal development, a Dhaka court issued an arrest warrant on Sunday, January 19, 2025, for Shakib Al Hasan, the renowned all-rounder and former captain of the Bangladesh cricket team. The warrant stems from allegations involving two bounced bank cheques, adding a new layer of controversy to the cricketer’s already tumultuous career. Background […]

Iconic Game Show Host, Dies at 83

Chuck Woolery, the well-known host of game shows like “Wheel of Fortune” and “Love Connection,” has passed away at the age of 83. His friend Mark Young shared the news on the social media site X, saying, “It is with a broken heart that I tell you that my dear brother @chuckwoolery has just passed […]

Chinmoy bail appeals rejected

A Chattogram court has denied bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a former ISKCON leader, during a hearing held under tight security today. Chattogram Metropolitan Sessions Judge Md Saiful Islam rejected the bail plea after hearing arguments from both sides for around 30 minutes. Following the hearing, Chinmoy’s lawyer, Apurba Kumar Bhattacharjee, told they plan […]

UN Food Convoy in Gaza Violently Looted: 98 Trucks Lost

Massive Loss in Aid Convoy A United Nations convoy carrying vital food supplies was violently looted on Saturday after entering Gaza, resulting in the loss of 98 out of 109 trucks, according to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). Louise Wateridge, a senior emergency officer for UNRWA, described the looting […]

Israeli Defence Minister Sees Opportunity for New Hostage Deal, Talks Underway

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz informed U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Wednesday of a “current chance” to secure a deal for the release of hostages taken in the October 2023 Hamas attack. According to a statement from Katz’s office, the deal could include the return of all hostages, including American citizens. During the […]

After a dramatic 120-minute battle, 10-man United beat Arsenal in the tiebreaker

Goalkeeper Altai Baindi’s penalty shoot-out, who was a wall of obstacles in front of Arsenal’s storm, also made a great save. Shortly after the start of the second half, Manchester United went ahead with a great goal. The drama started there. In a short time, they became a team of 10, digesting goals. Arsenal got […]

US House Passes Controversial Bill to Punish Non-Profits Linked to ‘Terrorism’

The US House of Representatives, controlled by Republicans, has passed a bill that grants the government broad authority to punish non-profit organizations it deems to be supporting “terrorism.” The legislation, known as the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act (HR 9495), was approved by a vote of 219-184, with 15 Democrats joining […]

Bangladesh’s Yunus Government Urges India to Restrict Suvendu Adhikari’s Remarks Amid Trade Row

NEW DELHI/DHAKA – The Bangladeshi government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has called on Indian authorities to restrict comments by West Bengal politicians, particularly BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, following his strong remarks about suspending trade with Bangladesh. Adhikari warned that halting exports to Bangladesh would cripple its reliance on Indian essential commodities and issued […]