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Bitcoin Falls Nearly 2% as Renewed US-Iran Tensions Weigh on Crypto Market

Bitcoin fell nearly 2% to drop below $62,800 as intensifying geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran dampened investor appetite for digital assets.

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.

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.

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.

South Africa to Host Bangladesh in All-Format Series in November 2026

Bangladesh will tour South Africa in November 2026 for two Tests, three ODIs and three T20Is as part of the Proteas’ packed 2026–27 home season.

Citizens Raise Alarm Over Detention of Journalists in Bangladesh

A broad coalition of lawyers, human rights defenders, journalists, academics, and civil society members from across the world has expressed grave concern over what...

‘Money Laundering Bombshell’: Allegations of Tk 11,000 Crore Smuggled to Four Countries Against Former Adviser Asif Mahmud

A new investigative report alleges that former adviser Asif Mahmud laundered Tk 11,000 crore across four countries. While unverified, the claims have sparked intense debate ahead of the Feb 12 polls.

Pro-Palestinian Groups Prepare Nationwide Protests Against Israeli President’s Visit to Australia

Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrived in Sydney on Feb 9 for a solidarity visit following the Bondi terror attack. His visit has triggered nationwide rallies and a formal request for his arrest by human rights lawyers.

France Moves to Ban Social Media for Under-15s

France’s National Assembly has approved a landmark bill banning children under 15 from social media, citing online harm, mental health risks and youth violence.

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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.

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.

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.

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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