Families Flee Flooded Homes as Aid Gaps Deepen in Chattogram
Families wade to shelters without food or safe water as deadly floods expose critical gaps in relief, communications and infrastructure across southeastern Bangladesh.
International
Trump Reimposes Naval Blockade on Iran, Seeks 20% Fee for Hormuz Protection
US President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade on Iran and a 20% security fee on transit cargo through the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after recent military clashes.
International
Up to 1.6 Million Migrants Could Qualify for Faster UK Settlement After Policy Reversal
The UK is preparing to scrap a proposal extending the ILR wait to 10 years for post-Brexit migrants, keeping the 5-year permanent residency route for 1.6 million people.
International
Trump Says US Will Become ‘Guardian’ of Strait of Hormuz, Demands Payment for Security
President Donald Trump declared the US will oversee security in the Strait of Hormuz as its future guardian, arguing that wealthy nations must compensate Washington for protecting the route.
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Bangladesh
Handcuffed at Mother’s Funeral: Parole for Jailed AL Leader
Jailed Swechchhasebak League leader Shah Alam Khandaker attended his mother's funeral under three-hour parole while handcuffed, raising renewed questions about humanitarian treatment of detainees.
Bangladesh
Hindu Priest Abducted and Tortured for Ransom in Bangladesh
A Hindu law student and temple priest was allegedly abducted, tortured, stripped, and forced to seek ransom from relatives before being found critically injured in Dhaka.
Economy
Tamil Nadu to Buy Only Air-Conditioned Buses Under CM Vijay’s New Directive
In a sweeping move to upgrade public infrastructure, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has mandated that all future government bus acquisitions must be air-conditioned. Transport Minister Parthiban announced the directive on Sunday, following the recent launch of a Rs 1.27 billion eco-friendly fleet of diesel and CNG buses across the state.
International
Over 95 Million Europeans Face Extreme Heat as Temperatures Cross 35°C
An intense, record-breaking heatwave continues to sweep across Europe, putting more than 95 million people under extreme heat warnings with temperatures projected to climb past 35°C on Tuesday. The severe weather system, which initially broke seasonal records across western Europe last week, has shifted eastward, prompting urgent warnings over heat-related illnesses, wildfires, and critical water shortages.
International
Google Invests $75 Million in AI-Driven Filmmaking
In a massive move for the entertainment industry, Google has unveiled a $75 million investment in AI-powered filmmaking through a strategic partnership with indie powerhouse A24. Google's DeepMind division will collaborate directly with filmmakers to develop cutting-edge technical infrastructure, steering clear of simple prompt-based generators to focus on expanding genuine cinematic boundaries.
