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
More Than 10,000 Die Across Europe as Extreme Heatwave Sweeps Continent
A deadly June heatwave claimed over 10,000 lives across Europe, primarily impacting those aged 65 and above, as Copernicus confirms record-shattering regional temperatures.
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.
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International
Thousands Feared Dead as Twin Tremors Devastate Venezuela
Venezuela faces one of its worst disasters in decades after twin earthquakes killed at least 164 people, injured hundreds, and left thousands feared dead.
Bangladesh
India Reopens Tourist Visas for Bangladeshis After Nearly Two Years
India will resume tourist visas for Bangladeshis from June 28, ending a nearly two-year suspension imposed after the political turmoil of 2024.
Sports
Brazil Beat Scotland to Top Group C
A masterclass performance from Vinícius Júnior propelled Brazil to a commanding 3-0 win against Scotland at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, guaranteeing their advancement to the last 32 as undefeated group champions.
International
Twin Powerful Earthquakes Rock Venezuela
Venezuela has been plunged into a national emergency after being struck by two historic, back-to-back earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude. The twin tremors have caused severe structural damage in the capital city of Caracas, sparking widespread panic and prompting preliminary fears of significant casualties.
International
China Advances Low-Altitude Air Transport with eVTOL Technology
China's push into urban air mobility reached twin milestones this week with successful passenger eVTOL flight testing through Sichuan's complex mountain corridors and the production of its first domestically developed dual-redundancy electric aviation engine in Wuxi.
