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‘No one saw or heard anything’: No evidence of Blasphemy in lynching of Hindu man in Bangladesh, probe says
Investigators say no proof was found that Dipu Chandra Das made any religiously offensive remarks, despite rumours that led to his brutal mob lynching in Mymensingh.
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South Africa shooting: 10 killed, 10 injured as gunmen open fire near tavern outside Johannesburg
At least 10 people were killed and 10 others wounded after unidentified gunmen carried out a mass shooting near an informal bar in Bekkersdal, outside Johannesburg, police said.
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H-1B visa crisis: Indian workers stuck after US pushes interview dates to mid-2026 and 2027
Stricter screening under the Trump administration has led to mass postponements of H-1B visa interviews in India, leaving professionals stuck for months and, in some cases, until 2026–27.
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‘Jam every road and street of Pakistan’: PTI announces nationwide shutdown after Imran Khan sentenced
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf announces mass protests and a nationwide shutdown demanding the release of former PM Imran Khan and his wife following their sentencing in the Toshakhana-2 corruption case.
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The Mystery of EFTA00000468: DOJ quietly scrubs Trump photo as 16 Epstein files vanish
Democrats claim the DOJ removed a Trump photo, file 468, from the newly released Epstein files, raising questions over transparency as 16 documents reportedly vanished from the archive.
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Yunus says ‘Osman Hadi will live in our hearts,’ 10 arrested in Dipu Chandra Das killing | Top updates
Hundreds of thousands attended activist Osman Hadi’s funeral in Dhaka as Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus led tributes under heavy security, with the killing fuelling political tension.
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Why Sharif Osman Hadi’s burial beside Bangladesh’s national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam has stirred controversy
During the July–August 2024 protests that led to Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, Hadi frequently recited Nazrul’s poem Bidrohi at rallies. Videos of those speeches circulated widely after his death, with supporters drawing parallels between the two figures.
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‘This is a good one, right?’: Epstein files claim Trump ‘nodded in agreement’ during exchange about 14-year-old
Epstein introduced the minor to Trump during a visit to Mar-a-Lago. The filing claims Epstein referred to the girl by asking, “This is a good one, right?”, following which Trump allegedly smiled and nodded.
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India, Bangladesh army chiefs in direct contact as unrest escalates after Hadi’s killing: Report
The army chiefs of India and Bangladesh are in constant communication to ensure stability amid widespread protests in Dhaka, with Bangladesh assuring the safety of Indian assets despite rising tensions.
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Bangladesh media offices attacked: 150 computers, cash and valuables stolen; CCTVs smashed; how violence unfolded
Fresh protests broke out across Bangladesh late Thursday night after 32-year-old youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi died days after being shot in the head
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Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in jail in Toshakhana corruption case
A Pakistan court sentenced former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years’ imprisonment each over corruption linked to the sale of state gifts.
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Bangladesh on edge: Amnesty condemns lynching, US and Canada issue travel advisories
The US and Canada have issued travel warnings for Bangladesh as protests and violence erupt ahead of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi’s funeral in Dhaka.
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Operation Hawkeye Strike explained: Inside the US launch of large-scale attacks on 70 ISIS targets in Syria
The United States has launched Operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria, hitting dozens of ISIS targets in retaliation for an ambush that killed two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter.
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‘America first again’: Trump claims US is now ‘hottest country in the world’
US President Donald Trump says the United States has made a dramatic comeback over the past year, crediting his “America First” leadership for the country’s renewed global standing.
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Clinton in hot tub: Ex-US president’s spokesperson defends him amid release of Epstein photos
Bill Clinton’s spokesperson defends the former president, saying the latest Epstein file photos are “not about Bill Clinton” amid the release of images showing him with Epstein associates and other public figures.
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‘Very grateful to Pakistan’: US on Islamabad’s offer to consider role in Gaza force
The US has thanked Pakistan for offering to consider joining a proposed Gaza stabilisation force, while stressing that no formal troop commitments have yet been sought or secured.
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Russian journalist proposes to girlfriend during Putin’s marathon press conference
A Kremlin press conference briefly turned romantic when a young journalist proposed to his girlfriend live on air during President Vladimir Putin’s marathon year-end Q&A.
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Sharif Osman Hadi to be buried beside national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam today
Bangladesh is holding the funeral of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi in Dhaka today amid tight security, as protests continue and police respond to fresh unrest.
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Epstein files released: From Bill Clinton to Michael Jackson, full list of notable figures named
The US Justice Department has begun releasing thousands of redacted records from its Jeffrey Epstein investigation, naming and picturing several high-profile figures while offering limited new context.
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Justice Department publishes Epstein records: Here’s what we know so far
The Justice Department released the first tranche of Jeffrey Epstein files, including photos of celebrities and politicians, amid heavy redactions. Critics argue transparency is limited despite congressional mandate and public scrutiny.
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DOJ publishes records: Timeline of Jeffrey Epstein investigation and efforts to release government files
After nearly 20 years of investigation, the Justice Department has started releasing records on Jeffrey Epstein, detailing his crimes, associates, and ongoing inquiries, under the newly enacted Epstein Files Transparency Act.
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'Very serious retaliation': Trump warns of ‘harder than ever’ strikes on ISIS following US soldiers’ deaths
President Trump warned that anyone attacking the US would face unprecedented retaliation as American forces launched Operation Hawkeye Strike against ISIS targets in Syria, following the deaths of two National Guard soldiers.
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In Pics: Epstein document dump spotlights photos with global celebrities and former US president
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents reveal previously unseen photos of the late sex offender with high-profile figures including Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger, and Bill Clinton, though no evidence links them to criminal activity.
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DOJ website buckles under traffic surge after release of Jeffrey Epstein files
Heavy public demand for newly released Jeffrey Epstein files overwhelmed the US Justice Department’s website, causing crashes and delays as users sought access to thousands of investigation documents.
