South Korean President Yoon impeached. What happens to all the perks?
Presidential benefits to be stripped in event of confirmed impeachment or insurrection conviction, while civil servant pension to be untouched.
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Victory Day: How Bangladesh’s red and green came to be
The flag is a symbol of unity and patriotism, it is a symbol of defiance and resistance uniting the people in their fight against exploitation, injustice and discriminations.
Turning point: a people-driven democracy in action
And what we also saw was a National Assembly reacting and acting just as quickly, with 190 lawmakers placing their country over their parties and their personal safety.
Mystery within mystery within mystery
The politics in Frank Herbert's "Dune" are similar and just as entertaining as those in Malaysia, which have plans within plans.
Yoon impeached: Why he staked presidency on martial law gamble
Analysts point Mr. Yoon’s disdain for politics, breakdown of party politics, and flaws in presidential system as key reasons for crisis.
Time to fulfil the dreams of 1971: The Daily Star
This Victory Day, we must pledge to create a fair and just Bangladesh.
Unsafe schools: The Kathmandu Post
It is criminal to force students of Karnali province to study in cracked buildings.
On vehicle taxes and alternatives: Kuensel
Banning import of vehicles is impossible. All the Bhutanese government can do is impose moratoriums on import of vehicles from time to time, and lift it at the “convenience”,…
Address unemployment with priority: The Daily Star
Bangladesh has already fallen behind in taking advantage of its demographic dividend. And the social and economic costs of having such a large number of unemployed…
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.