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HRW submits a report to Chief Adviser Yunus on Bangladesh’s human rights abuses. The report alleges Sheikh Hasina ordered enforced disappearances and killings. HRW urges the disbanding of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB). Chief Adviser Yunus commits to transparency and accountability in reforms. HRW calls for a secure zone for displaced Rohingyas in Myanmar’s Rakhine state. Human Rights Watch (HRW) has handed a report to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, claiming that former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina directly ordered enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings. The report accuses Hasina’s government of widespread human rights violations during her tenure from 2009 to…

Pakistan’s government passes a law criminalizing online disinformation with penalties up to three years in prison. The law targets individuals spreading false information that causes fear or unrest. Critics, including journalists, argue the law limits free speech and political dissent. Opposition lawmakers walked out in protest during the Senate’s approval of the bill. The bill will now proceed to the President for final approval. On Tuesday, Pakistan’s government passed a controversial law targeting the spread of online disinformation. The law imposes prison sentences of up to three years for those found guilty of spreading false information. Journalists, opposition lawmakers, and…

US Border Patrol and suspected drug cartel clash at the Texas-Mexico border. No Border Patrol agents injured, and migrants failed to cross illegally. The confrontation comes amid ongoing efforts to combat illegal immigration. Governor Greg Abbott criticizes federal response to escalating cartel activity. The Texas border’s dense terrain aids cartel smuggling operations. A dangerous confrontation occurred on Monday near the Texas-Mexico border between US Border Patrol agents and suspected cartel members. The cartel members allegedly opened fire on the agents as they attempted to smuggle illegal migrants into the US. Thankfully, no Border Patrol agents were injured, and the migrants…

The UK and EU are in a legal dispute over the UK’s ban on sandeel fishing. The case is being heard at the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague. The UK cites environmental concerns, emphasizing the protection of marine ecosystems. The EU argues the ban breaches the Trade and Cooperation Agreement, impacting Danish fisheries. A ruling is expected by late April, potentially affecting future UK-EU relations. The Hague, Jan 28, 2025 – The UK and EU face their first post-Brexit legal battle. The dispute centers on the UK’s sandeel fishing ban in North Sea waters. It highlights rising tensions…

Benfica face Barcelona on Matchday 7 of the UEFA Champions League Barcelona sit second with 15 points; Benfica stand 15th with 10 points Kickoff at Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, January 22, 1:30 AM IST Kerem Akturkoglu and Raphinha named key players for their respective teams Barcelona are favorites, but Benfica’s recent form could pose a challenge Lisbon, Portugal — January 22, 2025: Benfica and FC Barcelona are set to clash in a critical Matchday 7 encounter of the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 season. The Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica will host this high-stakes match, with both teams…

German Foreign Minister Baerbock criticizes Trump’s call to reclaim Panama Canal Trump’s comments focus on China’s influence over the crucial waterway Baerbock emphasizes understanding Trump’s motives behind the statements Germany affirms the importance of its U.S. alliance while positioning itself strategically Trump’s rhetoric raises concerns over global geopolitical tensions and U.S. foreign policy German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock strongly criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent pledge to take control of the Panama Canal. She called the statement “completely unacceptable.” Trump made the controversial remark during his inaugural address, where he also criticized China’s influence over the vital waterway. The Panama…

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz face off in the Australian Open 2025 quarterfinals Djokovic leads their head-to-head 4-3, last beating Alcaraz at the Paris Olympics Alcaraz seeks his first Australian Open title to complete a Career Grand Slam Djokovic eyes his 11th Australian Open title and record 25th Grand Slam Match scheduled for January 21 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, Australia Melbourne, Australia – January 21, 2025: Tennis fans are gearing up for a thrilling showdown at Rod Laver Arena as Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz prepare to clash in the Australian Open 2025 quarterfinals. This match, featuring a battle…

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake hit southern Taiwan early on January 21, 2025. 27 people were injured, including six people trapped in a collapsed building. Several buildings and roads in Chiayi and Tainan were damaged. No fatalities have been reported, and rescue operations continue. The earthquake is the latest in a series of recent seismic activities in Taiwan. In the early hours of Tuesday, January 21, 2025, a powerful 6.4-magnitude earthquake hit southern Taiwan, injuring 27 people. The tremor struck at 12:17 a.m., with its epicenter located 38 kilometers southeast of Chiayi County Hall, at a depth of 10 kilometers. Although this…

Trump Pardons 1,500 Capitol Rioters Immediate Executive Orders on Immigration, Environment, and National Security Economic Impact: Tariff Threats Cause Currency Fluctuations Global Reactions to Trump’s Foreign Policy Shifts Inaugural Speech: “Restoring America” and Expansionist Vision On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump took the oath for his second term as the 47th President of the United States, making a controversial comeback. Just under three years after a chaotic first term and a narrow defeat to Joe Biden, Trump returned to the White House. His mission was clear: to regain dominance and undo Biden’s policies. Trump made headlines with his mass pardon…

Admiral Linda Fagan, first female Commandant, removed over leadership deficiencies and trust erosion. Acting DHS Secretary cites operational failures and recruitment challenges as key concerns. Mismanagement of border security and acquisitions undermined Coast Guard operations. Sexual assault case cover-up (Operation Fouled Anchor) damaged public and congressional trust. Focus on DEI policies allegedly distracted from critical operational objectives. Admiral Linda Lee Fagan, the first woman to serve as the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, has been terminated by Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Benjamine Huffman. This decision, confirmed on January 20, 2025, follows a series of leadership challenges, operational failures,…