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Bangladesh’s Jamaat leader Shafiqur Rahman: The man everyone wants to meet
Until recently, Bangladesh's elite and foreign diplomats avoided the Jamaat leader and his party. Not any more.
‘Tool of siege’: Israel’s punishing control of Gaza movement
Israeli closures have ceased to be temporary 'security measures' and now a daily reality that has redefined survival.
Japan’s Takaichi vows to deliver on tax cuts after LDP’s ‘historic’ win
LDP looks set to secure 316 seats in Japan's 500-member house, marking its best result since its founding in 1955.
Thailand’s Bhumjaithai set for coalition talks after surprise election win
Conservative party looks set to win at least 194 seats in Thailand's 500 member House, Thai media say.
Super Bowl 2026: Seahawks ride defence, Walker to Super Bowl LX win
Seattle Seahawks produce dominant defensive display to outmuscle the New England Patriots 29-13 Super Bowl LX.
Iran arrests prominent reformist politicians, cites links to US, Israel
Detainees are accused of trying to disrupt Iran's 'political social order' at a time of threats from the US and Israel.
Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison
Founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper gets lengthy sentence under Beijing's national security law.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,446
These are the key developments from day 1,446 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
T20 World Cup: Nepal fans light up Wankhede despite painful England loss
From families crossing borders to fans dancing in the stands, Nepalese cricket fans created a carnival atmosphere.
Portugal elects Socialist Party’s Seguro as president in landslide
With 95 percent of votes counted, 63-year-old Antonio Jose Seguro is on 66 percent.