Flood management in Sylhet: We can’t fight a battle with ‘wet gunpowder’
It is the political will and democratic institutions that can bring back people's confidence.
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Crops worth Tk1.340 billion damaged due to Bangladesh floods
Around 24,000 farmers have been affected, with crops on 16,383 hectares of land damaged, according to the department of agriculture.
New roads, railways improve lives of local Tibetans
Since 2012, more than 337 billion yuan has been spent as fixed-asset investment in Tibet's transport sector, according to the region's transport department.
Those who prefer English are trapped in a colonial mindset: Malaysia’s PAS
The Marang MP also criticized Malaysians who constantly belittle the Bahasa Malaysia language, saying "Their souls are still trapped with the former colonists who previously…
Beware the dubious dentist
Some beauty centres in Malaysia are offering illicit dentistry courses under the guise of beauty treatment, with many operating illegally after the course.
Taliban still illegitimate rulers, say Afghan women activists
Since returning to power in August, the Taliban's harsh interpretation of Sharia law has imposed severe restrictions on Afghans — particularly women.
Another spell of flooding can upend life in Sylhet
The frightening regularity and intensity with which we're being hit by floods should worry the policymakers.
Volunteer wins praise for carrying dead body on his bike
Many Thai netizens complimented the young rescue volunteer for his bravery and dedication in doing his job and completing his mission.
Journalists need tech mastery to counter information wars: Nobel Peace prize winner Maria Ressa
Touching on how fake online accounts have a real-world impact, she also expressed worry for the "more than 30 elections in the world" being conducted this year.
Dozens buried alive in massive Manipur landslide
So far, 19 people have been rescued and the injured individuals are being medically treated at Noney Army Medical unit.