Former President Donald Trump told his supporters early Wednesday that this moment will “help this country heal.”
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman congratulated Donald Trump for being elected as the President of the United States for the second term.
The first former president to be convicted of a felony, Donald Trump will also be the first to take office while several criminal cases against him are still pending. Here's what could happen with each of the four legal challenges he faces.
Donald Trump is leading in the Electoral Vote, far ahead of his rival, Kamala Harris. As per the latest updates, Trump has received 277 Electoral Votes, while Kamala Harris has received 224. Although the official announcement is still pending, the world already knows that Donald Trump is set to become the 47th President of the United States.
A story from November 4. No, it's not a surreal or magical tale; it's a true story. I entered Karwan Bazar, the largest wholesale kitchen market in the capital of Bangladesh, Dhaka, around noon. Along both sides of the street, a number of impoverished, underprivileged, uneducated, and working-class people were selling vegetables. Suddenly, I overheard one of them speaking in their regional dialect, saying, “This time, Trump will win.” My ears perked up. An interesting discussion! I stopped and stood still. I saw a man in a worn-out vest, a lungi (traditional cloth worn around the waist), and barefoot, selling red spinach and malabar spinach. Another vendor, in a similar condition, nodded in agreement to what the first one said.
Citizens of the United States will vote to elect their next president on November 5. However, it is possible that the candidate who receives the most votes may not be declared the winner. The US democracy has some unique aspects that raise various questions. For a long time, the United States has portrayed its democracy as exemplary, particularly after achieving independence or removing autocratic leaders, serving as a model for countries rebuilding their democracies. Today, while Democrats embrace the idea of a multicultural democracy, Republicans are trying to revive the old white supremacy to make the country great again. As a result, the concepts of multicultural democracy and white supremacy are now at a conflicting juncture.
From 2009 to 2024, this day has been observed in a different context at the state and political levels. During this period, the narrative of the Awami League and the JASAD (National Socialist Party) was strongly established in the media and state apparatus. It is certain that in 2024, the day will be commemorated or observed in a new light. New discussions, new information, new equations, and new interpretations will emerge. Before diving into those discussions, let’s attempt to objectively understand what transpired during those few days.
On October 1, Iran launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles targeting Israel; according to Israeli statements, almost all missiles, except for one or two, were destroyed in the air. Meanwhile, Iran claims that 90 per cent of their missiles successfully hit their targets. There is some truth to Iran's statement; otherwise, Israel would not have been adding the US's most advanced missile defense system, Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), to its defenses. Israel's air defense system, Iron Dome, was considered impenetrable against enemy-fired missiles, rockets, or warplanes. In addition to Iron Dome, Israel has long been using the US Patriot missile system, but this was deemed insufficient, leading to the addition of THAAD.
The Jatiya Party serves as a significant case study in Bangladeshi politics—simultaneously being part of the government and the opposition, thus giving rise to the concept of a "government-opposing" party. Since the ninth national parliamentary elections in 2008, they have enjoyed various privileges as a partner in power. Recently, they have been labeled as "accomplices of autocrats" by the anti-discrimination student movement.
Trump fired off a post on the recent situation in Bangladesh on the X handle on October 31. In this post, he condemned the 'brutal violence' on religious minorities in Bangladesh. He also commented that a chaotic situation is prevailing in Bangladesh at present. The most important comment is 'It would have never happened on my watch'. The literal meaning of Trump's statement is that if he had the power of the United States, such an incident would not have happened in Bangladesh. Through this speech, Trump clarified the direct role of the United States in the recent politics in Bangladesh. This statement of the former US president about the political situation in Bangladesh carries a different meaning.
Complaints about substandard mobile internet service in Bangladesh are at length and this has become constant. Bangladesh has crossed the era of 4G step by step and now is on the verge of 5G technology; But the mobile telecommunication services failed to bring smiles to the faces of the customers! Call drops in voice calls and slow speed of the Internet or excessive disconnection and connection (fluctuation) are a constant fact in mobile operators' services in the country!
"My Heart Will Go On..." Just hearing the name "Titanic" probably brings Celine Dion's iconic song to mind for millions of viewers. The image of Jack and Rose standing at the bow of the massive ship, holding hands, arms spread wide, gazing into the vast blue ocean, floats before our eyes. The ship is on its way from London to New York, crossing the endless Atlantic, heading towards a dreamland where they will step ashore and build a dreamy future. But suddenly, the ship strikes a massive iceberg—and then! We all know what happened next.
Digital service provider Robi Aziata PLC arranged a get together titled “bdapps Connect: Engage & Innovate 2024 – Top Developers Meet & Greet,” at the Robi Axiata Ltd. Head Office recently.
Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has proposed a new policy for cache server installation, aiming to improve the quality of internet services in the country. This initiative is expected to ensure faster services for internet users while reducing bandwidth costs, contributing to a more dynamic digital economy.
Nine police officers, including an additional superintendent of Police and six assistant superintendent of police, were sent to retirement on Wednesday.
It has been less than two and a half months since the interim government took charge, making it premature to conduct an in-depth analysis of its successes or failures. This government assumed responsibility amid complex challenges in both the political and economic realms. Its primary duty is to enact effective reforms in political and economic sectors to facilitate broad-based, participatory national elections that are considered credible both nationally and internationally. With this objective, the government has embarked on various reform initiatives, forming several committees to propose recommendations, which are expected within the next three months.