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Bangladesh's Awami League Vows to Uphold 1971 Liberation War Ideals on Independence Day
On Bangladesh's 56th Independence Day, the Awami League pledges to defend democratic values, pursue economic freedom, and uphold the spirit of the 1971 Liberation War.
Osaka School Lunch Poisoning: Norovirus Hits 600+ Students and Staff
Norovirus in contaminated bread causes mass food poisoning across eight schools in Kumatori Town, Osaka, leading to a business suspension.
South Korea Expands Fuel Tax Cuts as Airlines Slash Flights Amid Oil Spike
South Korea extends and deepens fuel tax cuts to ease consumer burden, while budget airlines cancel international flights due to soaring jet fuel costs.
Lee Urges Energy Conservation Amid Middle East War, Rules Out Power Price Hike
President Lee Jae Myung urges national energy-saving cooperation amid Middle East war disruptions but pledges no change to electricity prices for now.
US Senators Urge FDA to Halt Illegal Online Sales of Abortion Pills from India
US senators warn FDA about illegal online abortion pills from India, citing health risks and a surge in unapproved shipments entering the US market.
Ariana Afghan Plane Skids Off Kabul Runway, All Passengers Safe
An Ariana Afghan Airlines plane veered off the runway at Kabul Airport. No injuries reported. Investigation underway into the incident.
South Korea Rushes Extra Budget to Counter War's Economic Shock
South Korea's ruling party and government to submit an extra budget bill to support households and firms hit by high oil prices from the Middle East war.
Trump Calls China Visit 'Monumental,' Plans May Summit with Xi Jinping
US President Donald Trump confirms a rescheduled summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on May 14-15, calling it a historic diplomatic event.
South Korea's Lee Urges Energy Saving Amid Middle East War, Freezes Power Prices
President Lee Jae Myung urges national energy conservation due to Middle East war disruption but pledges no electricity price hike for now.
WHO Chief Warns Health at Risk from Geopolitics Amid Cuba Crisis
WHO Director-General Tedros warns Cuba's healthcare is crippled by energy blockades and power outages, putting patients at grave risk.
Trump-Xi Summit Set for May in Beijing After Iran War Delay
US President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on May 14-15, a summit delayed by US military operations in Iran.
G7 Ministers to Tackle Ukraine War, Global Security and Governance Reforms
G7 foreign ministers meet to address Ukraine reconstruction, maritime security, and global governance reforms ahead of the June leaders' summit.
Nepal to Release Gen-Z Protest Report After Leak, Reveals Security Lapses
Nepal's PM Office announces publication of leaked 907-page report on violent September 2025 protests, detailing security failures and police statements.
Bus Plunges into Padma River in Bangladesh, 2 Dead, Many Feared Trapped
Two dead, several feared trapped after a passenger bus plunges into the Padma River in Rajbari. Rescue teams face adverse weather conditions.
Jay-Z Declares Rap Battles "Taking Us Back," Calls for Evolution
Rap icon Jay-Z opens up to GQ, arguing that hip-hop has outgrown the need for public feuds and battles, reflecting on his past rivalry with Nas.
Bangladesh Marks Genocide Day Recalling 1971's Brutal 'Operation Searchlight'
Bangladesh observes Genocide Day, recalling the brutal March 25, 1971, crackdown by Pakistani forces under Operation Searchlight that ignited the Liberation War.
Chinese AI Firms Accused of Stealing US Tech, Raising Security Alarms
Anthropic accuses Chinese AI unicorns of illegally distilling its Claude model, raising major US national security concerns about cyberattacks and bioweapons.
UN Experts Demand Probe Into Pakistan's Kabul Airstrike on Rehab Center
UN experts demand independent investigation into Pakistani airstrikes on a Kabul rehab center that killed hundreds, urging a permanent ceasefire.
Norovirus Outbreak Closes Chinese Primary School, Over 100 Students Sick
Over 100 students fall ill in a norovirus outbreak at a Taiyuan primary school, prompting class suspensions and a health investigation.
Brazil's Defence Industry: Economic Engine and National "Life Insurance"
VP Geraldo Alckmin launches defence catalogue, says industry boosts tech, healthcare, agriculture, and is a "life insurance policy for the nation."
EU to Confront China Over Dumping Cheap Goods at Crucial WTO Meeting
EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to demand WTO reforms against Chinese overcapacity and dumping, aiming to rebalance global trade rules.
Bangladesh PM Calls 1971 Pakistan Crackdown a "Pre-Planned Massacre"
PM Tarique Rahman and President Mohammed Shahabuddin commemorate Genocide Day, calling the 1971 Pakistani military crackdown a pre-planned massacre.
Balochistan Shuts Schools, Cuts Mobile Internet Till March 31 Over Security
Balochistan government closes all educational institutions and suspends mobile internet in multiple cities until March 31, citing security concerns.
Denmark Election Deadlock: Social Democrats Lead But No Majority Secured
Denmark's election results show a hung parliament. The Social Democrats lead but neither bloc has a majority, setting the stage for complex coalition negotiations.
Kim Jong Un Cites Iran War to Justify North Korea's Nuclear Arsenal
North Korea's Kim Jong Un says the Iran conflict proves the need for nuclear deterrence, while escalating rhetoric against South Korea.