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Inside the Epstein Files: Unraveling the web of crime, power, and influence
The Epstein Files have captured global attention, exposing the vast criminal and social networks of financier Jeffrey Epstein. Millions of pages of documents, photographs, emails, financial records, flight logs, and witness statements offer an unprecedented window into the operations of a man whose wealth, influence, and criminality intersected in ways that shocked the world.
Illustrious female rulers in Muslim world
Throughout Islamic history, numerous women have held supreme power, ruled as queens and regents, and commanded armies, challenging modern misconceptions about gender and leadership in the Muslim world. More than fifty women ruled in various capacities, including sovereign queens in Delhi, Egypt, Yemen, and North Africa, as well as influential "Sultanates of Women" during the Ottoman Empire. Their glorious contributions and competence in governance remain memorable. Today's report is about these illustrious women.
Bangladesh’s garment industry at risk?
Bangladesh’s ready-made garment industry has long been a key driving force of the country’s economy. Duty-free access to the European Union market has particularly helped the sector build a strong position in the global market. However, the recently announced free trade agreement between the EU and India has created major concerns for Bangladesh. Analysts and industry insiders believe that once the deal comes into effect, Bangladesh’s competitive position in the European market may face serious challenges.
Which direction are the upcoming election results heading?
What will be the outcome of the upcoming national election? Which political party will lead the new government? Or will no party secure a majority, resulting in a coalition government? Such questions now preoccupy the public mind. The most crucial question is: Which path will the newly elected government take Bangladesh down? Given the state of Bangladesh over the past 16 years, and the political situation witnessed over the past 18 months, the new government's biggest challenge will be maintaining political and economic stability. A new question has also emerged recently: If a political party whose leadership has declared that women will never hold top positions comes to power, will women's roles in senior government posts, their participation in economic activities, and women's education be curtailed?
Earthquake in the Concrete Trap: Life and Risk
Dhaka—once known as the city of mosques—has now turned into a massive “Concrete trap.” Loaded by unplanned urbanization, high-rise buildings, and extreme population density, the city stands on what feels like a living volcano, moving steadily toward disaster. After the recent 5.7-magnitude earthquake, experts have spoken serious concerns about Dhaka’s frightening level of risk—concerns that have shaken us to the ultimate. The common people feel helpless and anxious, wondering what will happen if something bigger strikes. Especially with disasters like earthquakes and fires, Dhaka’s vulnerability is no longer a theoretical discussion; it is now a harsh reality.
Why the ‘nihilist penguin’ walking alone is drawing attention
A strange yet deeply symbolic video has recently sparked global discussion on social media. The footage shows a penguin leaving its group and the sea behind, walking alone in the opposite direction towards snow-covered mountains. There is no food, no companion and no certainty of survival. Netizens have dubbed the scene the ‘nihilist penguin’, while some are calling it the ‘rebel penguin’.
Why Sir Mark Tully relevant to Bangladesh
Sir Mark Tully, the BBC journalist known as the "Voice of India," has passed away.
T20 World Cup issue: ICC double standards or BCB failure?
Bangladesh cricket is facing a deep crisis. The decision for Bangladesh not to take part in the upcoming T20 World Cup is now final. In response to a 24-hour ultimatum from the International Cricket Council, the Bangladesh Cricket Board formally confirmed that, due to security concerns, the national team will not travel to India to play. Shortly afterwards, it was confirmed that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in this year’s T20 World Cup. With this decision, Bangladesh has not only been knocked out of a global tournament, but has also added a major chapter of loss to its cricketing history.
Bangladesh’s visa crisis: Diplomatic failure or national reckoning?
Getting an e-visa for Uzbekistan, a country rich in Muslim heritage, was once remarkably simple for Bangladeshi citizens. A single-entry visa could be obtained online for just $30 from the comfort of home. Since August 6, 2024, however, Uzbekistan has suspended e-visa services for Bangladeshi citizens. As a result, Bangladesh no longer appears on the list of countries eligible for e-visa applications. Even now, in January 2026, the Uzbek government has yet to lift this restriction.
Jeffrey Epstein and his Lolita Express
The Epstein Files have become a central subject of intense, often dark, public and political discourse in the world right now. The documents and earlier 2024 releases contain names of numerous high-profile individuals, including Bill Clinton, Donald Trump, Prince Andrew, Leon Black, Ehud Barak and Bill Gates. They were reportedly linked to the most heinous crimes like child sexual abuse and child trafficking. Following the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act in November 2025, a significant, 12,285 documents, were released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) by the December 19, 2025, deadline.