Philadelphia — Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and her newly announced vice presidential running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, took to the campaign trail together for the first time on Tuesday in Philadelphia. This marks the beginning of a multi-state tour designed to introduce Walz to a national audience and consolidate support for the Democratic…
Dhaka — In a dramatic turn of events, Sheikh Hasina’s long-standing tenure as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister came to an abrupt end after the army refused to suppress escalating protests. The army’s decision to abstain from enforcing a curfew was a pivotal factor leading to Hasina’s sudden departure from the country on August 5, 2024. Hours…
WASHINGTON – Vice President Kamala Harris will make her first appearance as a presidential candidate in Wisconsin, a crucial swing state, after securing enough Democratic delegate support to become the party’s presumptive nominee. Harris emerged as the Democratic candidate following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the re-election race. Biden, 81, ended his campaign amid growing…
NEW DELHI – The Indian government has allocated billions of dollars towards job creation and support for regions governed by key coalition partners in its latest budget. This move aims to strengthen the coalition and regain voter support following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent election setback. Key budget allocations include $32 billion for rural programs…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has informed the families of hostages held in Gaza that a potential deal for their release could be near, as the conflict continues in the Palestinian territory. This announcement comes amidst ongoing military operations in Gaza’s Khan Younis area, where Israeli forces are targeting militant positions. Netanyahu, currently in Washington…
As 2024 unfolds, the world faces a tumultuous period marked by shifting paradigms and the challenge of outdated theories. The year ahead will be shaped by the repercussions of inflation, escalating trade conflicts, and ongoing war, influencing fields from central banking to technology, industrial policy, and energy. Historian Thomas Kuhn’s concept of “paradigm shifts,” introduced…
Kyiv – A Russian missile and drone attack in Ukraine overnight resulted in the deaths of two civilians and caused significant damage to energy facilities and railway infrastructure across the country, according to officials on Saturday. Oleh Syniehubov, the regional governor for Kharkiv, reported that Iskander missiles targeted an infrastructure facility in the small town…
Dhaka – The Bangladesh military enforced a curfew in Dhaka on Saturday in response to ongoing student-led protests against government job quotas, which have resulted in at least 105 deaths over the past week. The curfew comes amidst a suspension of internet and text message services that began on Thursday, severing Bangladesh’s communication with the…
MUMBAI — Indian airlines and several brokerages experienced significant disruptions on Friday due to a widespread global IT outage. The technical difficulties have affected various sectors, including travel and finance. Indian airlines, including SpiceJet, IndiGo, Akasa Air, Vistara, Air India, and Air India Express, reported issues with their online services. These disruptions impacted booking, check-in,…
PARIS – French police have arrested a man on terrorism charges after he allegedly attempted to murder a taxi driver with a knife while expressing support for the Palestinian militant group Hamas, according to a source from the terrorism prosecutor’s office. The arrest took place on Friday, as France remains on high alert ahead of…
