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Americas, US

November 5, 2024

In Pictures: U.S. Election Goes Live

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North Carolina is the first swing state where polls have opened.

People line up to vote outside of a polling station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Election day worker Sean Vanderwaal prepares to open a polling place in Dearborn, Michigan.

US Election 2024 LIVE Updates: Republican vice-presidential nominee JD Vance, his wife Usha Vance and children vote at the St Anthony of Padua Maronite Catholic Church,

A member of the U.S. Secret Service closes a security gate along Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House on the day before the U.S. presidential election in Washington.

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

International, Pentagon, US

Trump Nominates Former Director of Intelligence John Ratcliffe to Lead the CIA

Asia, International

Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba Undergoes Second Medical Checkup in Five Days After Falling Asleep During Election

Bangladesh, International

Conflict between Hasina’s opponents in Bangladesh is growing

International, Pacific, UN

Trudeau Says Canada Will Comply with ICC Arrest Warrant for Netanyahu

Culture, Entertainment

Film Industry Braces for Impact of a Second Trump Presidency

Bangladesh, Culture, Entertainment

The Rise of Islamic Fundamentalism Threatens Music Culture in Bangladesh

Asia, Bangladesh

World War’s Japanese Soldiers’ Remains Repatriating from Bangladesh

Asia, International, Lead, News

Sectarian Violence in Pakistan’s Kurram District Leaves Dozens Dead

Bangladesh, Opinion

In These Forbidden Times: The ‘Boundaries’ of Our Limitations

Bangladesh, International

Political upheaval: Bangladesh

Bangladesh, International

Brutal Assault on Hindu Businessman in Bangladesh Highlights Escalating Minority Persecution

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Sports

Barcelona thrash Real Madrid 4-0

Robert Lewandowski scored twice in three minutes in the second half as Barcelona blew Real Madrid away in a sensational Clasico victory. When Real Madrid and Barcelona lock horns, it usually delivers drama and aplomb. Sometimes that manifests in one-goal thrillers, but this time, the theater came in the form of an astonishingly lopsided scoreline. […]

Global Trade

What a hot job market means for inflation

New York The Voice — The US job market is still piping hot. That’s raising questions about how fast inflation will continue to cool. The economy added a staggering 254,000 jobs in September, according to Friday data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That blew past expectations of 140,000 job gains from economists polled by […]

Asia, Bangladesh, India, International

Dhaka and Islamabad Forge Historic Sea Link: Implications for India

Deepanwita Martin The establishment of direct maritime ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh, after decades of diplomatic estrangement, marks a historic moment for the region. However, this growing relationship is raising concerns in India, given its strategic interests in the Chittagong and Mongla ports since the 1970s. First Pakistani Vessel at Chittagong in Five Decades A […]

Education

As Canada, UK, and Australia Tighten Visa Rules, Japan, Germany, and Ireland Rise as Top Study Abroad Alternatives

With stricter visa regulations in traditional study-abroad hotspots like Canada, the UK, and Australia, international students, particularly from India, are increasingly turning to new destinations. Japan, Germany, and Ireland are gaining traction as premier choices, offering streamlined visa processes, diverse academic programs, and appealing post-study work opportunities. This shift is broadening the global education landscape, […]

International, Middle East

Putin Confirms Russia Used New Ballistic Missile in Ukraine Strike

Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed the use of a “new” intermediate-range ballistic missile in a strike on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro, following hours of speculation about the weapon used. Speaking in a surprise national address, Putin described the missile as capable of traveling at speeds of “2.5-3 km per second.” This contradicts earlier […]

Culture, Entertainment

Penélope Cruz Returns to Film Alongside Johnny Depp

Penélope Cruz, with over three decades in her career, has made a name for herself in global cinema through her diverse roles. She has become a beloved star among moviegoers. After a significant break, she is returning to acting. Cruz will be starring in a new film alongside renowned actor Johnny Depp. Reports suggest that […]

Americas, India

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 […]

International, Pacific

Thousands Rally in New Zealand Against Bill Targeting Indigenous Treaty Rights

In one of New Zealand’s largest protests in recent history, tens of thousands marched on Parliament in Wellington to oppose a controversial bill that critics say threatens the rights of the Indigenous Māori people and undermines the country’s founding principles. The Protest The nine-day march, known as the Hīkoi mō te Tiriti, began in New […]

International, Pacific

Emergency Services Respond to Fatal Crash Near Preschool in Regional Victoria, Australia

Paramedics and police have rushed to the scene of a fatal vehicle crash near a preschool in Riddells Creek, a regional town in Victoria. The incident, which occurred on Monday afternoon, has left one adult dead and a child hospitalized with serious injuries. The crash took place around 2:30 p.m. near the Macedon Ranges Montessori […]

News

Message from Commonwealth All-Party Parliamentary Group to Bangladesh’s Interim Government and Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus Regarding Minority Violence

In a significant gathering held in Room 108 of the British Parliament, the Commonwealth All-Party Parliamentary Group convened to address the alarming reports of brutality against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh following the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The meeting, hosted by APPG Chair Andrew Rosindell, brought together members from various political parties, emphasizing the […]

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