NBC News: Many migrant families separated at the U.S.-Mexico border may have a second chance to claim asylum under a settlement agreement reached late Wednesday between the Trump administration and lawyers representing the parents. The settlement, which is pending approval by a federal judge, would be major win for many of the parents of more…
Olivier Bonaparte/Seven Billion Today A French court has demanded that Marine Le Pen have psychological tests, because she shared images on her Twitter of the Islamic State beheading James Foley. She was the leader of the National Front in 2015 when she tweeted these images. NOW, the party has tried to change its name to…
Desk Report: Indigenous peoples have sought recognition of their identities, way of life and their right to traditional lands, territories and natural resources for years, yet throughout history their rights have always been violated. Indigenous peoples today, are arguably among the most disadvantaged and vulnerable groups of people in the world. The international community now…
DOT Desk Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) has approved a project of construction of dual gauge double line between Joydebpur and Ishwardy sections of Bangladesh Railway, reports The Daily Sun. The project was approved on December 5. The total cost of the project including construction of dual gauge railway line and consultancy fee is…
Marilyn Thipthorpe Attaporn Boonmakchuay, 38, from near Bangkok, Thailand, called on the help of his wife and neighbor as he wrestled a python that had sunk its fangs into his manhood. Apparently the snake had gotten into the sewer system while the waters had risen and swum up the line in hope of getting out…
Samiul Bashar Samin The pressure of getting married is something that has been marring people no matter where they are in the world. But, far from the nagging parents of the West lie the persistent Asian ones that expect no less than a wedding as soon as you hit the legal age. Let’s just take…
UNB: Though the traditional markets still remain the key source of charm for cattle collection, digital platforms, like previous four years, bring greater comfort to consumers in buying their sacrificial animals ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. There are growing numbers of consumers who prefer buying sacrificial animals through online portals to avoid hassles in traditional cattle…
Reported by: Tariqul Islam Sumon Translated by: Eshan Maitra One & half months ago, Ministry of Education asked for the list of teachers appointed at Motijheel Ideal School & College, with fake certificates. But, Motijheel Ideal administration failed to provide that within the due time. Hence, the ministry gave their last warning yesterday. Urging Motijheel…
Sayeed Muhammad: If you are not getting the promised internet speed and quality service from your local internet provider then you can file a complaint with the telecom regulator, Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). The BTRC in a notice posted on Facebook yesterday said that it will deal with such complaints giving them utmost importance,…