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Around 1,500 killed in Bangladesh protests that ousted PM Hasina

Around 1,500 killed in Bangladesh protests that ousted PM Hasina

As many as 3,500 may have been forcibly abducted during her 15-year rule, says interim leader Muhammad Yunus.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister

Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister

The tribunal proceedings saw prosecutors request arrest warrants for 50 individuals, including ex-PM Sheikh Hasina.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Bangladesh recalls five envoys in major diplomatic reshuffle

Bangladesh recalls five envoys in major diplomatic reshuffle

Bangladesh has recalled five envoys, including the ambassador to neighbouring India.
Mon Oct 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] Anwar’s strategic outreach to Pakistan and Bangladesh

[COLUMNIST] Anwar’s strategic outreach to Pakistan and Bangladesh

Focusing on trade figures alone would miss the bigger picture. Pakistan and Bangladesh matter far more to Malaysia than the statistics suggest, says Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Faiz Abdullah.
Sat Oct 05 2024
PM's visit to Bangladesh symbol of solidarity

PM's visit to Bangladesh symbol of solidarity

This is the first visit by head of foreign government since the formation of interim government led by Dr Muhammad Yunus.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Bangladesh Hasina's son wants role for her party in reforms, election

Bangladesh Hasina's son wants role for her party in reforms, election

The son of Bangladesh's ousted prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, said he's happy with the army chief's timeline for elections within 18 months.
Wed Sep 25 2024
How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.
Sat Sep 21 2024
Pope Francis, in Singapore, urges fair wages for migrant workers

Pope Francis, in Singapore, urges fair wages for migrant workers

Many of the migrant workers come from nearby countries such as the Philippines, Malaysia, China, Bangladesh and India.
Thu Sep 12 2024
Bangladesh ramps up border vigilance as thousands of Rohingya flee Myanmar

Bangladesh ramps up border vigilance as thousands of Rohingya flee Myanmar

At least 18,000 Rohingya Muslims crossing over in recent months to escape escalating violence in Rakhine state.
Thu Sep 12 2024
[COLUMNIST] The changing political dynamics of Bangladesh

[COLUMNIST] The changing political dynamics of Bangladesh

It is hope that the changing political dynamics of Bangladesh will usher in a new dawn and era for the nation.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Bangladeshi students rally to mark one month since Hasina's fall

Bangladeshi students rally to mark one month since Hasina's fall

Students, workers, and families of those killed in the unrest join the "March for Martyrs."
Fri Sep 06 2024
Thousands of Rohingya flee to Bangladesh from violence in Myanmar, official says

Thousands of Rohingya flee to Bangladesh from violence in Myanmar, official says

The violence has intensified as fighting between Myanmar's ruling junta and the Arakan Army, continues to worsen.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Rohingya demand end to violence on seventh anniversary of flight from Myanmar

Rohingya demand end to violence on seventh anniversary of flight from Myanmar

Thousands more are believed to have fled Myanmars Rakhine state in recent weeks, as fighting escalates.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Floods, landslides in India's Tripura displace tens of thousands

Floods, landslides in India's Tripura displace tens of thousands

Heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, forcing more than 65,000 people from their homes and killing 23, authorities said.
Fri Aug 23 2024
Bangladesh floods maroon nearly three million people, kill two

Bangladesh floods maroon nearly three million people, kill two

Roads were severed, isolating communities and hampering relief efforts, according to disaster management and relief officials.
Thu Aug 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes

AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes

Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024

Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024

Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial

Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial

The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024