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Korail Slum Fire Leaves Thousands Homeless In Dhaka

Korail Slum Fire Leaves Thousands Homeless In Dhaka

November 26, 2025 12:43 am

A fast-moving fire swept through Korail, one of Dhaka’s largest slums, on Tuesday evening, destroying hundreds of homes and leaving thousands of residents without shelter, according to local authorities.

Korail, which houses nearly 80,000 people in a dense patch of central Dhaka, is one of the city’s most crowded informal settlements and sits beside the upscale Gulshan and Banani districts. The fire erupted shortly after sunset, spreading rapidly across rows of tin-roofed shanties before firefighters could reach the scene.

Officials said heavy traffic around the neighborhood slowed the initial response. Talha Bin Zasim of the Fire Service said teams …

Trump Ukraine Peace Plan Deadline Eased

Trump Ukraine Peace Plan Deadline Eased

November 26, 2025 12:29 am

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday signalled he is no longer holding Ukraine to a Thursday target for agreeing to a Washington-backed peace outline, saying talks with Moscow and Kyiv are progressing and that the timing should be flexible.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on his way to Florida for the Thanksgiving break, Trump said Russia had accepted certain concessions in recent discussions. He declined to spell them out, noting only that negotiators were “moving along.”

The shift in tone follows unease sparked last week when reports surfaced that the White House had been pushing Ukraine to accept …

Tanzania Unrest Prompts Cancellation Of Independence Day Celebration

Tanzania Unrest Prompts Cancellation Of Independence Day Celebration

November 25, 2025 1:32 pm

Tanzania has called off its independence day celebrations scheduled for 9 December, redirecting the funds toward repairing infrastructure damaged in last month’s post-election unrest, Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba announced on Monday.

The decision comes as opposition groups had urged citizens to use the holiday as a moment of national protest, accusing security forces of killing hundreds of people following the disputed October vote. The government has not released an official death toll and has appointed a commission of inquiry to examine the violence.

Nchemba said the money originally allocated for the annual commemoration would instead support rebuilding efforts in areas …

Venezuela Airline Ultimatum Raises Travel And Security Concerns

Venezuela Airline Ultimatum Raises Travel And Security Concerns

November 25, 2025 12:48 pm

Venezuela’s aviation authority has ordered international airlines to restart flights within forty-eight hours or face removal of their permission to operate in the country, escalating a standoff that began after carriers halted services due to a US security warning.

The ultimatum, issued Monday by the National Institute of Civil Aviation, came after numerous airlines suspended flights when the US aviation regulator cautioned operators about rising military activity near Venezuelan airspace.

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a notice on Friday advising crews to “exercise caution” when flying in the Maiquetía region, which covers the main international airport serving Caracas. The …

REUTERS/ Pauline Hanson Burqa Stunt Sparks Senate Backlash

Pauline Hanson Burqa Stunt Sparks Senate Backlash

November 25, 2025 1:43 am

Australia’s Senate suspended far-right lawmaker Pauline Hanson for seven sitting days after she entered the chamber wearing a burqa as part of her long-running campaign to outlaw the garment, prompting strong criticism from government and opposition lawmakers.

The suspension followed a tense session on Monday, when Hanson arrived in the upper house dressed in the full covering shortly after being refused permission to introduce a bill targeting burqas and other face coverings in public spaces. Her action immediately drew rebukes from Muslim lawmakers and senior members of the government.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong, who leads the government in the Senate, …

RSF Ceasefire As Paramilitary Declares Three-month Truce

RSF Ceasefire As Paramilitary Declares Three-month Truce

November 25, 2025 1:23 am

The leader of Sudan’s powerful Rapid Support Forces announced on Monday that his fighters will immediately observe a three-month humanitarian truce, responding to international pressure after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to help broker peace in the war-torn country.

General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as “Hemedti,” issued the unilateral ceasefire following a Quad-led proposal — backed by the U.S., United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia — for a three-month pause in fighting, to be followed by peace negotiations. The RSF leader said the move was in part “in response to international efforts, chiefly that of … President Donald Trump …

James Comey And Letitia James Charges Dropped Over Unlawful Prosecutor

James And Letitia Charges Dropped Over Unlawful Prosecutor

November 25, 2025 1:00 am

A federal judge has dismissed criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor who brought the indictments was never legally allowed to serve in the role. The decision immediately halted two high-profile cases that had drawn intense political attention.

The ruling centers on the appointment of Lindsey Halligan, a former White House aide chosen by President Donald Trump to pursue charges against two officials he has publicly criticised. Judge Cameron Currie concluded that Halligan’s appointment violated the statute governing interim US attorneys, making every action she took invalid.…

Jimmy Cliff: Jamaican Reggae Icon Dies After Illness At Age 81

Jimmy Cliff: Jamaican Reggae Icon Dies After Illness At Age 81

November 24, 2025 7:53 pm

Legendary Jamaican musician and actor Jimmy Cliff has died at the age of 81,  following a seizure and pneumonia, leaving fans and the music world in mourning.

Jamaican reggae musician and actor Jimmy Cliff, born James Chambers, has died at his home on Monday November 24, 2025, following a seizure and complications from pneumonia, his family announced on social media.

The news was shared by Cliff’s wife on his official Facebook page, expressing profound sadness over the loss. “It’s with profound sadness that I share that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has crossed over due to a seizure followed by pneumonia,”

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Trump Midterm Elections Strategy Sparks Early Republican Push

Trump Midterm Elections Strategy Sparks Early Republican Push

November 24, 2025 9:26 am

President Donald Trump has begun shaping the 2026 midterm elections nearly two years before voters head to the polls, sending instructions to candidates, calling advisers and urging Republicans to stick closely to his economic message. His activity has triggered concern inside the party as inflation and rising household costs continue to dominate voter sentiment, according to Republican strategists involved in the planning.

Although he will not appear on any ballot, Trump has treated the midterm contests as a personal test of his leadership. People familiar with the conversations said he started pressing Republican lawmakers as early as the summer to …

China Japan Tensions Escalate Over Yonaguni Missile Plan

China Japan Tensions Escalate Over Yonaguni Missile Plan

November 24, 2025 8:16 am

China sharply criticised Japan on Monday for moving ahead with plans to station a new missile unit on an island close to Taiwan, calling the step a deliberate attempt to heighten regional friction at a time when the two countries are already facing their toughest diplomatic rift in years.

The comment from Beijing came after Japan’s Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi confirmed that preparations were advancing to deploy a medium-range surface-to-air missile unit on Yonaguni, a remote island roughly 110 kilometres off Taiwan’s east coast. The upgrade is part of Tokyo’s broader defence restructuring in response to rising concerns over China’s …

REUTERS/Dharmendra Deol Death Mourned Across India

Dharmendra Deol Death Mourned Across India

November 24, 2025 8:04 am

Dharmendra Deol, one of India’s most celebrated screen stars and a defining face of Bollywood’s golden era, died at his home in Mumbai on Monday at the age of eighty-nine, according to local media reports. The veteran actor had reportedly been unwell for several weeks.

His passing marks the end of a career that reshaped mainstream Indian cinema across six decades. Known simply as Dharmendra to millions of fans, he appeared in more than three hundred films and became one of Bollywood’s most enduring action heroes.

News of his death drew immediate tributes from across India’s film industry and …

Nigeria: 85-Year-Old Buried In Coca-Cola Bottle-Shaped Casket

Nigeria: 85-Year-Old Buried In Coca-Cola Bottle-Shaped Casket

November 24, 2025 6:02 am

Nigerian woman in Bayelsa State, “Ego Na Money,” laid to rest in a custom Coca-Cola bottle casket, celebrating her love for the iconic beverage at age 85.

Nigerian Late Madam Afuwari Ego, popularly known as Ego Na Money, was laid to rest in a Coca-Cola bottle-shaped casket in her hometown of Emeyal 1, Ogbia Local Government Area. The burial ceremony took place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, attracting widespread attention for its unique tribute.

Photographs of the funeral, captured by resident Ogbara Walson Henry, quickly circulated on social media and drew the curiosity of local residents. Guests described the casket …

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