At least 82 people were killed in one day in a crackdown by Myanmar security forces on pro-democracy protesters, according to reports.
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War Crimes by Australian Forces in Afghanistan Shock Nation
By Kalinga Seneviratne SYDNEY (IDN) – The release of a report into a landmark four-year investigation into the behaviour of Australians special forces known as the SAS (Special Air Service) in Afghanistan, seem to have shocked the nation, judging from…
Indian forces crossed border, fired warning shots: China
Beijing, AP/UNB, Sept 08 – China has accused Indian forces of crossing into its territory along their disputed border. India also fired warning shots at a Chinese patrol in a move it called a “serious military provocation” and a violation…
Covid-19 forces change of approach to 8th Five Year Plan
Dhaka, July 24 – Amid the fast-changing scenario in Bangladesh economy due to COVID-19 crisis, the government is going to change the main macroeconomic structure of the 8th Five Year Plan to protect people.
Pneumonia forces Elton John to cut short Auckland gig
Elton John has tearfully apologised to fans after cutting short a concert in New Zealand due to illness, with the British superstar saying he was suffering from “walking pneumonia”.
Defeat evil forces to ensure public security: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday urged the members of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party (VDP) to work with honesty, courage and integrity to defeat evil forces to ensure public security.
Afghanistan: CIA-backed forces commit atrocities: HRW
Disband All Irregular Paramilitary Forces, Cooperate With Independent Investigations New York – United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)-backed Afghan forces have committed summary executions and other grave abuses without accountability, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. These…
Unemployment forces people to go abroad taking risk: BNP
Dhaka, Jun 15 – BNP senior leader Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Saturday said Bangladeshi youths are opting to take risky voyage to go abroad for lack of jobs in the country. “Having failed to endure the pain of unemployment…
Poverty forces parents “to sell children” in Gaibandha
Gaibandha, June 9 (UNB) – Day-labourer Habil Mia from Rajbari village in Sundarganj upazila has been suffering from various ailments for a long time but all the while he had to work hard to support a seven-member family. Down by…
Unemployment forces people to migrate risking life: Dr Kamal
Dhaka, May 12 – In the wake of the death of dozens of Bangladeshis in Friday’s boat capsize in the Mediterranean Sea in Tunisia, Gonoforum President Dr Kamal Hossain on Sunday said it is shameful for the nation that people…
Criticism forces BCB to change design of Tigers’ jersey
Dhaka – Following huge criticism in social media, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has changed the design of Bangladesh National Cricket Team’s green jersey for the upcoming ICC World Cup in England and Wales. The BCB uncovered the national team jersey…
Rain forces Bangladesh, NZ XI match to end in draw
Dhaka – The lone two-day practice match of Bangladesh against New Zealand XI ahead of Test series ended in a draw due to rain at Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln on Sunday. On the second day, New Zealand XI scored…
Climate change forces Central American farmers to migrate
As he milks his cow, Salvadoran Gilberto Gomez laments that poor harvests, due to excessive rain or drought, practically forced his three children to leave the country and undertake the risky journey, as undocumented migrants, to the United States.
CEC not allowing Armed Forces to work freely, alleges BNP
BNP on Friday alleged that Chief Election Commissioner KM Nurul Huda is not allowing Armed Forces to work independently.
Heat forces five US Open retirements on day two
Conditions at the US Open were described as “dangerous” as five men had to retire from their first-round matches on Tuesday because of heat-related issues. Temperatures close to 38C (100F) in New York were made more stifling by humidity levels…