International
Bangladeshi-origin Eliza Rahman becomes deputy mayor in Australia
Bangladeshi-origin councillor Eliza Azad Rahman has been elected deputy mayor of Camden Council in Sydney, becoming the first Bangladeshi woman to hold the position in Australia’s local government.
Epstein accuser finally comes out of anonymity after year
The woman known publicly as “Jane Doe” in a $72.5 million lawsuit against Bank of America has been identified for the first time as 37-year-old Russian national Julia Molchanova, according to an investigation by The Wall Street Journal.
5.3-magnitude earthquake jolts Tibet, tremors felt in Nepal
A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Tibet on Wednesday (September 9), with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).
US-Iran conflict escalates with tanker strikes, missile attacks
The United States has struck five Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island after Iran launched two attacks on a US warship over the past two days, further escalating tensions across the Middle East.
155 Bangladeshis among 234 foreign workers detained in Malaysia
Malaysian immigration authorities have detained 234 foreign workers, including 155 Bangladeshis, during raids on three factories in Johor state over alleged immigration violations.
Two held with weapon from Narendra Modi's event venue
Mumbai police have detained two people with a weapon from the venue of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's event. The incident occurred late at night on Monday (September 7). The information was reported by NDTV.
Israel announces closure of British consulate in Jerusalem
Israel has announced the closure of the United Kingdom's consulate in Jerusalem. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar made the announcement on Tuesday (September 8).
Afghan medical students ordered to leave Pakistan midway through studies
Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), the country’s medical education regulatory body, has directed Afghan students studying in medical and dental educational institutions in Pakistan to return to their country. At the same time, new admissions of Afghan students in medical and dental colleges of Pakistan, transfers from one institution to another and migration have been suspended until further orders.
Israel warns citizens against travel to Bangladesh, several other countries
Israel's National Security Council has warned of the risk of attacks by armed groups and individuals on Israelis in various countries around the world. As a result, it has advised Israelis to avoid travelling to or staying in Bangladesh and several other nations.
Eiffel Tower closed after staff protest over removal of female workers
The iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris was closed all day on Monday due to a staff strike, triggered by the removal of female workers from duty during a visit by a Hindu religious delegation.