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Dhaka's Air Quality Hits "Hazardous" Levels, Tops Global Pollution Chart
Dhaka's air quality crisis deepens. AQI hits hazardous levels at 320, posing severe health risks. Urgent global attention needed
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Sri Lanka's Tourism Industry Bounces Back with Record Arrivals
Hotel attacks, COVID-19 and an unmatched economic crisis devastated Sri Lanka’s feted tourism. Now, visitors are returning amid a promotion campaign. But industry insiders say more is needed.
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India's Parliament Faces Opposition Crisis
As India's Parliament braces for a potential boycott, 92 MPs suspended, raising concerns about legislative paralysis and political tensions.
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Myanmar Displacement Crisis Escalates
Myanmar's displacement crisis worsens, doubling in a month. Urgent humanitarian needs surge as conflict, violence, and restrictions persist
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Myanmar Nears Humanitarian Precipice
Myanmar's dire humanitarian crisis deepens, with 18.6 million in need. Urgent plea for aid as conflict, displacement, and abuses escalate
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TikTok Shop Faces Regulatory Hurdles
TikTok Shop's future uncertain in Indonesia as regulatory concerns rise. Government demands compliance with e-commerce rules. Challenges ahead
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Rohingya arrivals exhausting local villages in Indonesia
The asylum-seekers risk an 1,800-kilometer (1,120-mile) sea voyage to Aceh province, and locals have reported boats trying to land in remote districts like Bireuen, Sabang, Pidie and Aceh Besar.
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Terrible earthquake in China, 118 dead
United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.9. And China's state media Xinhua reported that the magnitude of the earthquake was 6.2.
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Myanmar Crisis Deepens, Geopolitical Realities Unveiled
The Assembly's resolution, with 30 clauses, provided detailed insights into Myanmar's situation, marking the third such resolution since 2020.
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Underage Rohingya girls forced into abusive marriages in Malaysia
That wasn't her decision. Nothing about this was. nor the choice to uproot her entire life, nor the forced marriage she wasn't ready for.
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Myanmar's Growth Forecast Cut to 1% Amid Conflict and Soaring Inflation
Myanmar's economic growth downgraded to 1%, World Bank cites conflict and inflation. Challenges persist, raising concerns for households and businesses.
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Arakan Army Claims Victories Over Myanmar Junta Across Rakhine State
Recent confrontations between the AA and the junta near the Koe Thaung pagoda in Mrauk U Township resulted in significant losses for the junta, followed by regime airstrikes.
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Bangladesh to celebrate 53rd victory day with pride and gratitude
Nationwide various programs are scheduled to honor the martyrs who sacrificed their lives during the Liberation War in 1971.
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US Allocates $87 Million for Rohingya Assistance in Bangladesh
US pledges $87 million aid to Rohingya crisis, addressing food, infrastructure, and livelihoods. Continued global support crucial for sustainability.
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Myanmar Junta Arrests Two More Journalists
Myanmar's junta tightens grip on media, arresting Dawei Watch journalists in night raids, intensifying concerns over press freedom violations.
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Thai MP Jailed for Six Years on Royal Insult Charges
Thai MP's Six-Year Sentence Sparks International Outcry: Lese-majeste Laws Under Scrutiny as Move Forward Party Member Faces Imprisonment
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Bangladesh Marks Martyr Intellectuals Day
Historians believe that the then West Pakistanis realized the defeat and took revenge by killing intellectuals to demoralize Bangladesh (then East Pakistan)
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Lok Sabha security breach on 22nd anniversary of Parliament attack
Two individuals caused a security breach in the Lok Sabha chamber by jumping from the public gallery, leading to chaos and the adjournment of the House.
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Rebel alliance in Myanmar reaffirms commitment to ending Juntas ‘dictatorship’
Clashes have raged across Shan state after the Arakan Army, the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army and the Ta'ang National Liberation Army launched an offensive
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Asian Markets Surge Ahead of Fed
Asian markets rally as investors anticipate the Fed's final meeting. Hong Kong's Hang Seng leads, fueled by positive factors.
