Foreign loan inflows to Bangladesh fell 19% in FY2025-26, while debt repayments rose, raising concerns over development spending and economic stability.
The U.S. has spent $25 billion on military operations against Iran since Feb 28. Defense officials say munitions are the primary expense as "Operation Epic Fury" continues without a set end date.
Myanmar’s junta has transferred Aung San Suu Kyi to house arrest. While state media signals a policy shift, her son, Kim Aris, remains skeptical of the unverified reports and outdated images.
Brent crude spiked to $126 as the U.S. considers "short and powerful" strikes on Iran. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, global food, fuel, and fertilizer costs are surging.
Saudi Arabia has arrested more than 18,000 expatriates in a week for violating residency, labor and border laws, with thousands facing deportation, the Interior Ministry said.
A massive winter storm is sweeping across the US, bringing heavy snow, sub-zero wind chills, thousands of flight cancellations, and emergency declarations in at least 16 states.
Police in Chakaria detained six youths, including minors, for chanting “Joy Bangla, Joy Bangabandhu,” triggering outrage and fresh debate over civil liberties in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh have reportedly been dropped from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after refusing to tour India, with Scotland set to replace them, according to Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo.
The UK and US have updated travel advisories for Bangladesh, warning of political unrest, terrorism, crime and election-related violence ahead of the February 12 polls.
