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New US Envoy to Bangladesh Sworn In Amid Key Election Year
Career diplomat Brent Christensen becomes US Ambassador to Bangladesh, tasked with strengthening trade and supporting democratic elections in a pivotal year.
North Korea Accuses South of Drone Incursions, Warns of 'High Price'
North Korea accuses South Korea of drone incursions, warns Seoul to 'pay a high price'. South Korea's defense ministry rejects the claims.
Venezuela Seeks Embassy Reopening to Denounce US "Aggression"
Venezuela's interim president says exploring US embassy reopening aims to denounce Jan 3 aggression, thanks allies for support after Maduro's capture.
US Strategy in Venezuela Aims to Block China, Russia in Western Hemisphere
Trump says US-led effort to revive Venezuela's oil sector prevents China and Russia from expanding their strategic footprint in the Americas.
WHO Chief: Global Military Spending Hits $2.7 Trillion as Health Funds Decline
WHO Director-General highlights record $2.7 trillion military spending, calls for peace and more investment in global health initiatives.
Trump Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Peace, Says Sharif Thanked Him
US President Donald Trump says Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif thanked him for saving "minimum 10 million lives" by settling India-Pakistan conflict.
Nepal Caps Cash Deals at NPR 500k to Curb Money Laundering
Nepal restricts cash transactions above NPR 500,000 to combat money laundering and terrorist financing, following FATF grey-listing.
Tarique Rahman Takes Helm as BNP Chairman After Khaleda Zia's Passing
Tarique Rahman formally becomes BNP Chairman following Khaleda Zia's death, positioning him as a prime ministerial candidate for upcoming elections.
US Seizes Fifth Oil Tanker in Caribbean Crackdown on Illicit Activities
US Southern Command seizes the Olina, the fifth tanker intercepted in a crackdown on criminal maritime activity in the Caribbean region.
US Blockade Forces Venezuela Cooperation on Oil, Says Energy Secretary
US Energy Secretary says economic pressure forced Venezuela to work with Washington, allowing sanctions enforcement without traditional military combat.
Danish MP Seeks India's Support Against Trump's Greenland Annexation Threat
Danish MP Rasmus Jarlov condemns Trump's Greenland threats, calls for global support including from India, citing dangerous precedent for sovereignty.
Bangladeshi Passport Crisis: Thousands Denied Entry Despite Valid Visas
Thousands of Bangladeshi travelers with valid visas are being denied entry and deported worldwide due to increased scrutiny and declining passport ranking.
Pak Terror Groups Exploit Gaza Crisis to Rebuild, Recruit Against India
Report reveals Jaish, LeT exploiting Gaza war for terror financing and recruitment, using digital wallets to evade FATF scrutiny.
Pakistan's Economic Stagnation Tied to Fiscal and Legal Uncertainty: Report
A Pakistani media report details how fiscal, legal, and administrative uncertainty is causing capital flight and crippling private investment.
China's Manufacturing Edge: Exploiting Labor, Not Tech, Says Report
Report claims China's manufacturing lead stems from wage suppression and lax labor laws, not technology, citing Tesla factory productivity data.
South Korea Confirms 34th Bird Flu Case, Imports US Eggs Amid Outbreak
South Korea reports new avian flu case, bringing total to 34. Authorities cull birds and import US eggs to stabilize supply and prices.
Pope Warns "War is Back in Vogue," Trump Halts Venezuela Strikes
Pope Leo XIV warns war threatens global peace as Trump calls off further military strikes on Venezuela following prisoner releases and cooperation.
China's AI-Powered Cyber Barrage Targets Taiwan's Critical Infrastructure
Taiwan reports 113% surge in Chinese cyberattacks targeting power, telecoms, and chipmaking, with AI-driven assaults hitting 2.63 million daily.
IMF Slams Pakistan's SIFC for Lack of Transparency, Warns of Investor Risk
IMF warns Pakistan's Special Investment Facilitation Council lacks transparency, weakening investor confidence and policy stability under $7B loan program.
Russia Launches 242 Drones, 35 Missiles in Massive Overnight Assault on Ukraine
Zelenskyy reports a massive Russian aerial attack with 242 drones and 35 missiles, killing four and targeting energy infrastructure during a cold spell.
Trump Cancels Venezuela Strikes After Prisoner Release, Oil Deal
US calls off second wave of military action as Venezuela releases prisoners and agrees to a major oil infrastructure deal with US companies.
K-Beauty Exports Soar to Record $11.43 Billion in 2025
South Korean cosmetics exports reached a historic $11.43 billion in 2025, with the US surpassing China as the top market for the first time.
BC Premier David Eby Leads Major Trade Mission to India to Boost Exports
Premier David Eby leads a BC trade delegation to India to promote clean energy, sustainable forestry, and critical minerals, aiming to diversify exports.
Trump to Meet Venezuelan Opposition Leader Machado in DC Next Week
President Trump announces he will meet Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado in DC, discussing Venezuela's political future and oil industry revival.
Japan's Defence Minister Koizumi heads to US for key talks amid Asia-Pacific tensions
Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi travels to the US for talks with Secretary Pete Hegseth, focusing on regional security and alliance capabilities.