The administration of Donald Trump is considering expanding its travel restrictions by adding 36 more countries to an existing list, citing concerns over visa systems, passport security, and national safety. Among the countries mentioned is Bhutan, drawing particular attention due to its generally peaceful global reputation. An internal diplomatic cable signed by Marco Rubio outlines [...]
A tragic accident in Bangladesh’s Cumilla district claimed at least 12 lives and left around 20 others injured when a Chattogram-bound mail train collided with a passenger bus at a level crossing. The incident occurred around 3:00 a.m. in the Padua Bazar area of Sadar South Upazila. Authorities reported that the train struck the bus [...]
Cambodia has emerged as a major hub in a growing global human trafficking crisis, where victims are lured into scam centers across Southeast Asia through deception and coercion. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has launched the #TrappedInScamCrime campaign in Phnom Penh to raise awareness, prevent trafficking, and protect victims from being treated [...]
Three officers from the Anti-Narcotics Department were killed during a dawn raid in Amman while attempting to arrest a dangerous suspect. The suspect opened fire as officers entered the premises, killing three and injuring another, who was taken to hospital. The suspect was later apprehended, and drugs and firearms were seized at the scene. The [...]
A drone attack targeted the United States Embassy Baghdad early Wednesday, marking the second major strike in two days. While one drone reportedly hit near the embassy’s security perimeter, others were intercepted by defense systems. Additional rocket attacks were reported near Baghdad International Airport. These incidents come amid escalating tensions following the outbreak of [...]
Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of Iran, stated that while Iran is not seeking a ceasefire, it wants the war with the United States and Israel to end in a way that prevents future attacks. He emphasized that Iran is prepared to continue fighting as long as necessary to ensure its security and deter further [...]
The rise in sexual offence cases in Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, highlights a growing gap between rapid social and technological change and the ability of institutions and communities to respond effectively. Despite being the most developed and connected part of the country, the increase in such cases shows that modernization does not automatically ensure [...]
Tarique Rahman has been sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, marking a major political comeback for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) after two decades out of power. His swearing-in follows 18 months of caretaker rule led by Muhammad Yunus, which came after the political upheaval that removed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina [...]
The Employees Provident Fund reported that 2,257 company directors were barred from leaving Malaysia in 2025 for failing to pay employee contributions to the fund. According to Sazaliza Zainuddin, the EPF’s chief operations officer, their names were submitted to the Immigration Department of Malaysia under the Employees Provident Fund Act 1991. This brings the total [...]
Continuing conflict in the Middle East could significantly affect global aviation and fuel prices. According to Sin Chansereyvutha, Secretary of State at the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation, disruptions in major Middle Eastern flight hubs may force airlines to reroute flights. This could lead to longer travel times and higher transportation costs. Tourism to Cambodia [...]