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Thousands of opposition activists languish in prison as Bangladesh gears up for national election

In the months leading to Bangladesh’s national election on Sunday, thousands of opposition supporters and politicians have been arrested

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

Up First briefing: Trump promises Jan. 6 pardons; Epstein document fuels conspiracies

Trump vows he'll pardon Jan. 6 rioters if he returns to the White House. Unsealed court documents about Jeffrey Epstein fuel new conspiracies.

WEKU · Jan 5, 2024

Israel could keep security control of Gaza after Hamas defeat, says defence minister

Yoav Gallant’s proposal suggests Palestinians would run day to day administration of territory

The Guardian - UK · Jan 5, 2024

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Bangladesh opposition calls for strike on election weekend as premier Hasina seeks forgiveness

Bangladesh’s main opposition party is calling for general strikes on the weekend of the country’s parliamentary election, urging voters to join calls for boycott

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 91

Israel brings a ‘day after’ plan for Gaza and al-Arouri’s funeral is held. Here’s the latest:

Al Jazeera · Jan 5, 2024

Unauthorised Jewish settlements surge in occupied West Bank, says watchdog – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · Jan 5, 2024

India registered strong investment performance in 2023; headwinds in China from struggling property sector: UN

India registered strong investment performance in 2023, driven by government infrastructure projects and multinational investments, the United Nations has said while noting that investment prospects in China face “headwinds” from a struggling property sector.

The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024

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Venice Announces New Rules, Limits Tour Groups To 25 People Among Other Restrictions

The new rules are set to come into place by June this year.

International Business Times UK · Jan 5, 2024

India’s stateless babies: How lawless asylum rules leave refugees in limbo

Without a refugee law, India is an uncertain home for new waves of asylum seekers. Will the 2024 election change that?

Al Jazeera · Jan 5, 2024

Haley, DeSantis Turn Fire On Trump In GOP Race

Two Republicans jostling for a distant second place behind Donald Trump in their race to be party flag-bearer took potshots at the former US president on Thursday, days before the first vote in the White House nomination process.

International Business Times · Jan 5, 2024

UN economic forecast cites conflicts, sluggish trade, high interest and climate disasters

The United Nations has issued a somber global economic forecast for 2024, pointing to challenges from escalating conflicts, sluggish global trade, persistently high interest rates and increasing climate disasters

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

Indian economy outperforming peers; projected to grow at 6.2% in 2024: United Nations

“India is projected to grow at 6.2% in 2024, supported by robust domestic demand and strong growth in the manufacturing and services sectors,” the United Nations has said. The UN World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2024 report, launched on January 4, said that gross domestic product in South Asia…

The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024

Israeli Defence Chief Lays Out Post-war Gaza Plan As Fighting Rages

Israel's defence minister has laid out for the first time preliminary plans for the post-war administration of Gaza, saying neither Israel nor Hamas will rule the Palestinian territory after hostilities there conclude.

International Business Times · Jan 5, 2024

Families in Gaza search desperately for food and water, wait in long lines for aid

Palestinians seeking refuge in southern Gaza say every day has become a desperate struggle to find food, water, medicine and working bathrooms

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

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France 24 · Jan 5, 2024

US Secretary of State Blinken arrives in Turkey on Mideast tour focused on Gaza

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Turkey on Friday as part of a Middle East tour amid mounting fears the war in Gaza will become a larger regional conflict. Lebanon filed a complaint to the UN Security Council over Israel's suspected assassination of Hamas deputy chief Saleh al-Arouri…

The Guardian - AU · Jan 5, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 681

Russia using North Korean missiles in ‘desperate’ defiance of UN; saboteurs set fighter jet on fire deep inside Russian territory

Controversy swirls around Nikki Haley's remarks about Iowa caucus

In this entertaining and lively interview, Governor Chris Sununu defends Nikki Haley's controversial remarks and shares his thoughts on the presidential race.

AAP · Jan 4, 2024

UN tips slow and steady inflation progress in Australia

The United Nations says the world economy is in for another tough year, with Australia and other developed economies in Asia facing strong headwinds.

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The Guardian - UK · Jan 4, 2024

Global economy faces period of prolonged weakness, UN warns

Secretary general urges countries to increase investment to avoid falling behind on climate action and sustainable development

The Independent UK · Jan 4, 2024

Strike kills 12 people, mostly children, in Gaza area declared safe zone by Israel

Palestinian hospital officials say an Israeli strike hit a home in an area of southern Gaza that the military had declared a safe zone, killing at least 12 people, almost all children

Evening Standard · Jan 4, 2024

OPINION - Israel's strike against Hamas in Lebanon poses big questions for the West

Across the Middle East, Dahiya, in south Beirut, is seen as not just a suburb. It is a synonym for Hezbollah. This is not only the movement’s stronghold, it is the headquarters of what is in Lebanon a state within a state. That an Israeli drone strike could kill the…

The Guardian - UK · Jan 4, 2024

Jimmy Lai lawyers file UN appeal saying there is evidence witness was tortured

Hong Kong media mogul’s team raises concerns over testimony of former democracy activist who was imprisoned in China

The Walrus · Jan 4, 2024

Vaclav Smil Is Fed Up with Climate Activism

The acclaimed environmental scientist is annoyed with the eco movement and shunning media—just when we need him most

WEKU · Jan 4, 2024

Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on the economy

GOP presidential hopefuls know that the economy is an important issue — if not the top issue — for voters. That means it's a big talker on the campaign trail and a focus area for winning votes.

The Guardian - UK · Jan 4, 2024

Birds of prey in Africa experiencing population collapse, study finds

Several species have vanished across swathes of the continent – and scientists say their disappearance holds unknown risks for humans

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