At Freedom’s Gate?
For Bangladesh's political transformation to succeed and establish a democratic state, the movement must genuinely represent and protect all its people.
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Trading misery on the Pakistan-Iran border
During the Iranian president’s visit to Pakistan in April, it was resolved to raise Pak-Iran trade to an ambitious $10 billion.
EXPLAINER: Depleted uranium and why it’s a national security threat
The dense material can penetrate through almost anything, making it an ultimate weapon of war.
Japanese brewery to make sake in space; if successful, limited-edition sake to be sold for US$657k
The attempt to brew sake in space will be made in the Japanese Experiment Module Kibo on the International Space Station.
China’s actions in West Philippine Sea ‘accelerating ecological ruin’
But while China denied these accusations, SeaLight, an initiative of researchers from Stanford University’s Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation said that “no…
Child marriage and teenage pregnancy rampant in Baglung despite legal protections
In many cases, legal provisions intended to protect children from child marriage are instead being used to penalise the victims.
President Yoon’s arrest possible in theory, but has many obstacles
President Yoon Suk Yeol, who narrowly avoided impeachment Saturday, faces investigations from three of the nation’s major investigative agencies amid massive political backlash…
China’s fresh approaches to winter pasturing see strong returns
Use of high-tech methods reduce environmental impact, boost incomes.
Dhaka’s pets deserve better, but can owners afford it?
High costs and logistical barriers to available facilities are common roadblocks faced by pet owners and animal lovers.
UN climate summit: What does the ‘Finance COP’ mean for Southeast Asia?
As most countries in the region are still developing and have relatively weak economic foundations, climate finance is necessary to take climate action, with money particularly…