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1971 Revisited: A Bloody War And Birth Of Bangladesh

As Bangladesh heads towards the February 12 general election, the spotlight falls on the Awami League, the party that first came to power after the country was liberated in 1971.

Published on: 08.02.2026 09:11
British Tourist's Mysterious Disappearance In South Africa Linked To Witchcraft Practice

The investigators suspect that McSorley may have been a victim of Muti, a practice involving human body parts for ritual purposes.

Published on: 08.02.2026 08:19
Semiconductors, Trade, Defence To Form Backbone Of India-Malaysia Ties

India and Malaysia on Sunday unveiled an expansive roadmap to deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, placing strong emphasis on semiconductors, digital payments, defence cooperation and trade facilitation.

Published on: 08.02.2026 08:10
Suspect In Shooting Of Top Russian Intelligence Officer Arrested In Dubai

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Sunday that the man suspected of shooting top Russian military intelligence officer Vladimir Alexeyev in Moscow has been detained in Dubai and handed over to Russia.

Published on: 08.02.2026 08:02
East Pakistan's First Mutiny: When Ethnic Bengalis Stood Up For Bangla

The early resistance in East Pakistan centred on the fight to preserve Bangla language identity, gradually evolving into a broader struggle for political dignity and recognition.

Published on: 08.02.2026 07:57
Amid Anti-Migrants Protests, UK Report Says Indians Are Britain's Backbone

As anti-immigration protests continue to flare around asylum accommodation sites and Britain's political class promises "control" and lower numbers, a new white paper launched in London is pushing back.

Published on: 08.02.2026 07:43
Who Is Shafiqur Rahman, Bangladesh Hardliner At Centre For Anti-Women Remarks

Shafiqur Rahman, the Ameer (chief) of Bangladesh JamaateIslami (JI), is at the centre of a national controversy ahead of the country's general election on February 12. The reason? A series of remarks against women.

Published on: 08.02.2026 07:15
Pakistan Peels Off Bholari Hangar Roof Where Indian Air Force Destroyed Early Warning Aircraft

Pakistan Air Force (PAF) appears to be in the early phases of reconstructing or repairing the extensive damage to a hangar at its Bholari airbase.

Published on: 08.02.2026 06:26
Trump Plans First Meeting Of Gaza Board Of Peace On February 19

President Donald Trump plans to convene the first meeting of his Board of Peace this month in Washington to raise money for the reconstruction of Gaza.

Published on: 08.02.2026 05:18
Inside Jeffrey Epstein's 'Baby Ranch': Sex Offender Planned 'Super Race' Of Humans

Jeffrey Epstein, the wealthy financier, died in a New York jail cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex-trafficking charges.

Published on: 08.02.2026 04:49
Who Are Bangladesh's Top Student Leaders Who Overthrew Sheikh Hasina

Bangladesh General Election 2026: Over a year-and-a-half ago, Bangladeshi students took to the streets over job quotas in the public sector. What began as campus protests quickly spread across the country and turned into a movement

Published on: 08.02.2026 04:25
Nazi Slogans, 'Blood' Swastika: How Russia University Attack Unfolded

During a frenzied attack in a medical university's dormitory that housed foreign students in Russia, the 15-year-old attacker shouted nationalist slogans about the Holocaust, a local news media report claimed.

Published on: 08.02.2026 03:00
"We Will Pay, Return Our Mother": US News Anchor Appeals To Kidnappers

Savannah Guthrie told the potential kidnappers of her mother Nancy Guthrie on Saturday that the family is prepared to pay for her safe return, as the frantic search for the 84-year-old Arizona resident has entered a seventh day.

Published on: 08.02.2026 02:43
"Difficult Decisions Taken": Washington Post CEO Resigns After Mass Layoffs

Washington Post publisher and CEO Will Lewis is leaving the newspaper, it announced on Saturday after carrying out widespread layoffs this week.

Published on: 08.02.2026 01:56
'Indian Consulate Will Open In Malaysia, Bring Our Nations Closer': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that an Indian Consulate will also be opened soon in Malaysia, bringing the two nations even closer.

Published on: 07.02.2026 19:03
All About Muhammad Yunus, The Nobel Laureate Leading Bangladesh's Interim Government

He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his efforts to combat poverty and promote economic and social development from the grassroots.

Published on: 07.02.2026 18:45
4 Indian Students Injured After Knife Attack In Russian College: Embassy

Four Indian students were among several people who were injured in an attack in Russia's Ufa, the Indian embassy in Moscow said in a post on X.

Published on: 07.02.2026 18:31
US Attacks Venezuela Highlights: Shots Fired, Drones Fly Over Venezuela Presidential Palace

US-Venezuela Conflict Highlights: Unidentified drones flew over the Miraflores palace in central Caracas and security forces opened fire in response around 8 pm (0000 GMT), the source said.

Published on: 07.02.2026 18:30
Netanyahu To Meet Trump In US On Monday To Discuss Negotiations With Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday in Washington, where they will discuss negotiations with Iran, Netanyahu's office said on Saturday.

Published on: 07.02.2026 18:07
French Ex-Minister Offers Resignation From Paris Cultural Hub Over Epstein Links

Former French culture minister Jack Lang offered his resignation Saturday from his role as head of a prestigious Paris cultural centre over his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, in a letter to the foreign minister seen by AFP.

Published on: 07.02.2026 18:00

News from Arabic Countries

Polls open in second round of Portugal presidential election

The far right's score will be watched closely, with the vote being held as heavy storms continue to lash the country.

Published on: 08.02.2026 09:10
Japan elections live: PM Takaichi’s LDP hopes to secure big win

The election outcome is expected shortly after polls close at 11:00 GMT.

Published on: 08.02.2026 09:05
Families ‘inconsolable’ in Gaza as Israel returns more unidentified bodies

Palestinian medics say several of the 54 bodies were found to be mutilated and showed extensive signs of abuse.

Published on: 08.02.2026 08:15
Somalia is the missing pillar of Red Sea and Gulf of Aden stability

Somalia’s stability is essential to securing global trade corridors and regional security.

Published on: 08.02.2026 08:00
Washington Post CEO resigns after sweeping layoffs

Will Lewis acknowledges 'difficult decisions' made during his rocky, two-year tenure.

Published on: 08.02.2026 07:54
Saudi Arabia denounces ‘foreign interference’ in Sudan after RSF attacks

Riyadh condemns RSF attacks in Kordofan, blames foreign fighters and weapons for fuelling Sudan's three-year conflict.

Published on: 08.02.2026 07:34
Iran-US talks in Muscat bought time, not a deal

The negotiations reopened diplomacy, but mistrust and military pressure raise the question of how much time remains.

Published on: 08.02.2026 07:04
LIVE: Nepal vs England – T20 World Cup 2026

Follow our live build-up, toss, team news, score, photos and text commentary stream from Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.

Published on: 08.02.2026 06:53
Israel is killing far more civilians than fighters in Gaza

The Palestinian civilian death toll in Gaza is far worse than Netanyahu claims.

Published on: 08.02.2026 06:22
Dear Tomorrow: Inside Japan’s loneliness crisis

Struggling with loneliness, people in Japan use an online chat service for mental health support and social connection.

Published on: 08.02.2026 06:07
Timeline of past Bangladesh elections and the country’s leaders

Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was the longest-ruling leader in the country's history.

Published on: 08.02.2026 05:34
Somalia’s Mohamud slams Israel’s ‘interference’, rejects base on Somaliland

Somali president promises to confront Israeli military presence amid reports of base plan in breakaway Somaliland.

Published on: 08.02.2026 05:04
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,445

These are the key developments from day 1,445 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 08.02.2026 04:12
Thailand votes as reformists, conservatives vie for power

No single party is expected to secure a clear majority in Sunday's vote, raising the spectre of political instability.

Published on: 08.02.2026 01:55
Japan votes as Sanae Takaichi seeks mandate for conservative agenda

Opinion polls suggest Takaichi's conservative coalition could win more than 300 of the 465 seats in the lower house.

Published on: 08.02.2026 01:06
Haiti’s transitional council hands power to US-backed prime minister

Move comes after council tried to oust PM Fils-Aime and the US recently deployed warship to waters near Haiti’s capital.

Published on: 07.02.2026 23:08
Is Nigeria’s security situation worsening, or is there progress?

More than 200 people have been killed in attacks, but the abducted Christians have been freed.

Published on: 07.02.2026 21:26
‘Non-negotiable’: Iran says missiles off the table in talks with the US

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says discussions will remain focused on nuclear issue, not missile programme.

Published on: 07.02.2026 21:07
Syria and Saudi Arabia sign multibillion-dollar investment deals

Elaf fund will finance projects with buy-in from Saudi investors committing $2bn for two airports in Aleppo city.

Published on: 07.02.2026 20:03
Chris Hedges on decline of the American empire

Journalist Chris Hedges speaks to Marc Lamont Hill on Trump’s first year and the future of US democracy.

Published on: 07.02.2026 19:30
Italy says cannot join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ because of constitution

Under constitution Italy cannot join because power would be wielded by one leader standing above other members.

Published on: 07.02.2026 18:44
Suryakumar rescues India as United States threaten T20 World Cup upset

India recover from 77-6 as captain Suryakumar Yadav hits an unbeaten 84 in 29-run World Cup win against United States.

Published on: 07.02.2026 18:00
Super Bowl drives economic boon in the US ahead of game

The football game will bring as much as $630m in local economic impact to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Published on: 07.02.2026 16:37
Olympic committee: New transgender policy consensus reached across sports

A proposed new consensus between sports leaders across the globe about gender policy would be a first uniform criteria.

Published on: 07.02.2026 16:35
England vs Nepal: T20 World Cup – teams, start time, lineups

England open their 2026 T20 World Cup campaign against Nepal with points to prove on and off the field.

Published on: 07.02.2026 16:02