Primary school teachers in Bangladesh have added their voices to the chorus of discontent sweeping the nation, as public sector workers unite in protest against the interim government. The backdrop to this unrest is a complex tapestry of political uncertainty and growing dissatisfaction. At the helm stands Nobel peace laureate Muhammad Yunus, stepping into the

Southeast Asian nations recently convened for a crucial two-day summit in Kuala Lumpur, embarking on a mission to broaden their trade horizons and fortify regional alliances. The primary focus of this gathering, which will eventually expand to include China and the Arab Gulf states, revolves around the urgent need to mitigate the adverse effects of

Human Rights Watch recently shed light on the plight of the Baha’i religious minority in Qatar, accusing the Gulf state of subjecting them to discrimination and arbitrary detentions. The report paints a grim picture of the challenges faced by the Baha’i community, highlighting a pattern of government oppression and intimidation that has persisted over decades.

The looming threat of Trump’s tariffs sent shockwaves through South Korea’s export industry, with a potential 4.9% decrease in exports on the horizon. This news has sparked concern and uncertainty among export-oriented firms in the country, particularly those among South Korea’s top 1,000 companies by sales. As the global economy faces increasing volatility and trade

The recent developments in US-European Union trade relations have sparked global attention and market fluctuations. President Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to postpone imposing 50 percent tariffs on EU imports until July 9 has left many wondering about the implications of this move. This decision came after a series of back-and-forth actions between the US and

On a fateful day in 1976, legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury unknowingly became a father to a daughter named B with the wife of a close friend. This revelation, detailed in the upcoming biography “Love, Freddie: Freddie Mercury’s Secret Life and Love” by British author Lesley-Ann Jones, has reignited interest in Mercury’s personal life. Even

On a serene afternoon, General Secretary Tô Lâm and French President Emmanuel Macron embarked on a unique journey of camaraderie and symbolism at the Ho Chi Minh Presidential Palace in Hanoi. This visit was a significant part of President Macron’s state visit to Vietnam, showcasing the deepening ties between the two nations. The Ho Chi

Trent Alexander-Arnold bid a tearful farewell to Liverpool after an illustrious two-decade career with his boyhood club. The atmosphere at Anfield was electric as fans cheered on their beloved player, affectionately known as “the Scouser in our team.” Despite facing some booing from sections of the crowd following his announcement of departure and rumored move

The Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Dr. Saajida Shiraz, is calling on the government to seize the current economic upturn in Ghana as a chance to bolster investments in education. With the nation’s economic prospects looking promising, Dr. Shiraz emphasizes the critical need to direct these gains towards supporting

The stage is set in Ivory Coast for the African Development Bank to select a new president amidst unprecedented challenges. The US government’s plan to slash $555 million in funding to the AfDB and its African Development Fund has cast a shadow over the continent’s largest multilateral lender. This move comes at a critical juncture,