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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.

‘July Conspiracy’ Fallout: Bangladesh Loses Garment Markets in 26 Countries

Bangladesh’s garment exports have fallen for five straight months as political instability and market losses erode buyer confidence, threatening millions of jobs in the RMG sector.

Bangladesh Records Shameful Low in Global Passport Ranking

Bangladesh has fallen to 95th place in the Henley Passport Index 2026, with access to just 37 destinations, as political instability and visa curbs erode mobility.

Meta Blocks 550,000 Accounts Under Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban

Meta has blocked about 550,000 social media accounts in Australia within days of a new law banning under-16s from platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

Deadly Wildfires Ravage Australia’s Victoria State, Thousands Left Without Power

Severe wildfires in Australia’s Victoria state have destroyed more than 130 homes and buildings, burned over 300,000 hectares, and cut power to about 38,000 customers.

Australia Tightens Student Visa Scrutiny for Bangladesh, India and Two Other South Asian Nations

Australia has downgraded Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Bhutan to its highest student visa risk level, requiring stricter financial and academic documentation to curb fraud.

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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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