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January 15, 2025

Pete Hegseth Faces Intense Scrutiny During Senate Confirmation Hearings

International Desk

Dhaka, January 15, 2025 – During Senate confirmation hearings on January 14, 2025, Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense Secretary, faced rigorous questioning from senators. The hearings highlighted Hegseth’s unfamiliarity with regional alliances, particularly during an exchange with Sen. Tammy Duckworth about ASEAN.

Despite the intense scrutiny, Hegseth was praised by some for his composure under pressure. Various senators, including Elizabeth Warren and Mazie Hirono, engaged in exchanges with Hegseth, covering topics from military readiness to ethical concerns regarding post-service employment.

Critics and supporters debated his qualifications, with some arguing that his military experience does not align with the scale of leading the Department of Defense. The hearings showcased a divided opinion on Hegseth’s suitability for the role, reflecting the broader political landscape.

Gaza deal after 96 hours of tense talks: US official

Asia, Lead

Robina Azizi, Youth Advocate and Activist, Condemns Taliban’s Ban on Girls’ Education

Bangladesh, International

Blogger Forhad Hossain Fahad Sentenced to Six Years Under Digital Security Act

Lead, Middle East

Bashar al-Assad Finds Asylum in Moscow as Damascus Falls to Rebels

Asia, India, International, News

Terrible Fire At Mahakumbh

China, Middle East

China and Egypt Call for Middle East Stability Amid Regional Crises

Asia, Bangladesh, International, Opinion

Bangladesh has limited time to choose between anarchy and democracy

Americas, Economy, News, US

Trump’s Tariff Hike on Imports Will Increase Costs for Americans, Says H&M CEO

Asia, Bangladesh, International, Opinion

A Nation’s History Under Siege

International, Lead, Middle East, News, Turkey

Nearly 1,900 Arrested in Anti-Government Protests in Turkey

International, Middle East, News, Travel

6 Dead as Tourist Submarine Sinks in Egypt

International, Lead, Middle East, News, Turkey

Opposition Leader Announces Protests in All Cities of Turkey

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Africa, Climate, International, News

New CIWA Initiatives Aim to Bolster Climate Resilience in Eastern and Southern Africa

The Cooperation in International Waters in Africa (CIWA) program has announced several new initiatives under the World Bank’s Regional Climate Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa Series of Projects, aimed at enhancing resilience to water-related climate shocks. These initiatives include the launch of the Strengthening Transboundary River Basin Organizations through Program Development and Capacity […]

Bangladesh, Lead, Opinion

Yunus’s interim Government inching closer and strengthening ties with Pakistan

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Entertainment

Sydney Sweeney Claps Back at Trolls with Intense Training Video

Sydney Sweeney recently took a powerful stand against online trolls in an Instagram post on Friday. The video began by showing cruel comments about her appearance, such as calling her “quite frumpy” and claiming she “has a horrible body.” These comments, likely a reaction to paparazzi photos of Sweeney lounging by her pool in Florida, […]

Middle East

Palestinian Authorities Suspend Al Jazeera Broadcasts

The Palestinian authorities have suspended the broadcast of Qatar-based Al Jazeera TV, accusing it of airing “provocative content.” According to Reuters, this temporary suspension does not apply to the Gaza Strip, which is under Hamas control and outside the jurisdiction of the Palestinian Authority. The Palestinian news agency WAFA reported on Wednesday that the suspension […]

International, Law, Middle East, Pacific

Netanyahu Slams ICC Arrest Warrant as ‘absurd’ Amid Gaza War Crime Allegations

The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of war crimes during Israel’s Gaza campaign. The ICC alleges they knowingly deprived Gaza’s civilian population of essentials such as food, water, and medical supplies. Netanyahu’s office denounced the ruling as “absurd,” “anti-Semitic,” […]

Asia, Bangladesh, India, International, News

India-Bangladesh Relations: Shift to “Nation First” Policy Raises Concerns

The recent turn in the India-Bangladesh relationship is the latest among a string of changes in New Delhi’s neighborhood that can be traced to a fresh trend of “nation first” rather than “neighborhood first” foreign policies in the Indian subcontinent. A nation-first foreign policy is driven by domestic nationalism and is based on an overt […]

Entertainment

Molly Gordon to Direct, Write, and Star in A24 Comedy Peaked

Molly Gordon, known for The Bear and Theater Camp, is set to direct, co-write, and star in Peaked, an upcoming comedy from A24. The film follows “the two girls who traumatized you in high school as they try to relive their glory days at their 10-year reunion.” Gordon is co-writing the screenplay with Allie Levitan, […]

Entertainment, News

Harrison Ford Cancels Oscars Presentation

Harrison Ford will no longer be presenting at the 97th Academy Awards, which will take place this Sunday night. Variety confirmed that Ford’s last-minute exit was due to a shingles diagnosis, which he received on Friday. According to the Mayo Clinic, shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash, typically appearing as a […]

Entertainment

Spider-Man Star Opens Production House with His Brother

Tom Holland, the star of Spider-Man, is stepping into a new role. The 28-year-old actor is taking a bold step in the film industry by further strengthening his ties with Sony Pictures. He has signed a deal to create movies through his new production company, Billy17.Holland co-founded the company with his brother, Harry Holland, and […]

International, Law, Lead, News, UK

UK Visa-Waiver System May Overwhelm Immigration Services, Law Firm Warns

Concerns are rising that the UK’s new visa-waiver system, set to begin this April, could overwhelm immigration services and harm Northern Ireland’s tourism sector. The electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system will require visitors from visa-exempt countries to obtain pre-travel clearance online for £10. Similar to the U.S.’s ESTA system, the ETA has already been implemented […]

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