January 18, 2025 5:59 am

Opinion

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Yunus’ Government Imposes Unprecedented Restrictions on Press Freedom and Expression
Universities of Bangladesh under the grip of Islamic militants
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Fortnight of Turmoil: Key Events Reshaping Bangladesh
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The “Proclamation of the July Revolution”: A Threat to Bangladesh’s Independence and Liberation War Legacy
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Regional Peace and Stability: a Vehicle for rapid growth and people’s welfare
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Universities of Bangladesh under the grip of Islamic militants

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Suspect in New Orleans Attack Used Camera-Equipped Glasses for Reconnaissance

New Orleans, Louisiana – The man accused of the ramming attack that killed 14 revellers on a crowded New Orleans street on January 1 had previously visited the city on reconnaissance missions, investigators revealed on January 5. Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a US Army veteran, recorded the location using camera-equipped glasses during his visits. Jabbar, who had […]

Trump Cabinet Nominees Targeted with Bomb Threats and ‘Swatting’ Incidents

Several of Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees and appointees were subjected to violent threats, including bomb threats and “swatting,” according to a statement released on November 27 by Trump’s spokeswoman, Karoline Leavitt. The threats, which occurred on the night of November 26 and the morning of November 27, prompted swift action from law enforcement to ensure […]

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Declining Loan Flow Amid Instability: Is Bangladesh’s Economy Heading Toward Crisis?

Shahnewaz Babul Private sector loan growth in Bangladesh has been steadily declining for four consecutive months, hitting a 41-month low in October. Bangladesh Bank’s recent report attributes this trend to political instability following the government transition, along with diminishing confidence among investors.The report, released on Thursday, reveals that loan growth in October dropped to 8.30%, […]

China Approves World’s Largest Hydropower Dam Project

BEIJING – China has given the green light for the construction of what will become the world’s largest hydropower dam, embarking on an ambitious project on the eastern rim of the Tibetan plateau. This massive undertaking could have significant implications for millions of people downstream in India and Bangladesh. The dam, to be situated in […]

Supreme Court may announce sentence against Trump today

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In a closely contested presidential race: Times/Siena polls

In a closely contested presidential race, recent Times/Siena polls highlight a dramatic battle between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in several key swing states. As Election Day approaches, Trump has made gains in Pennsylvania, narrowing Harris’s previous lead, while she has shown renewed strength in North Carolina and Georgia. The polls […]

Nawaf Salam named Lebanon’s prime minister, Hezbollah angry

Hezbollah accuses opposition parties of trying to exclude them from the political decision-making process. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has summoned International Court of Justice chief Nawaf Salam to nominate him as the country’s prime minister. On Monday, 84 of the 128 lawmakers in Lebanon’s parliament backed Salam as prime minister. Reuters writes that this is […]

34 Prominent Citizens Call on Government to Protect Media Safety in Bangladesh

Thirty-four prominent citizens issued a statement yesterday, expressing grave concern over the protests outside the offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star in Dhaka and Chattogram, as well as the attacks on Prothom Alo’s premises in Rajshahi and Bogura. The signatories urged the government and all relevant stakeholders to ensure the safety of journalists […]