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Dhaka’s Rickety Buses Threaten Health, Safety, and Air Quality

Dhaka’s public transport fleet, dominated by rundown and poorly maintained buses, poses severe health and safety risks. These vehicles emit toxic fumes, contributing heavily to Bangladesh’s worsening air pollution, which is linked to over 159,000 premature deaths annually. Bangladesh recorded PM2.5 levels in 2023 that were 16 times higher than the WHO safe limit, making [...]

Malaysia, Bangladesh to Ink Key Trade and Defence MoUs

Bangladesh’s chief adviser, Muhammad Yunus, began a three-day official visit to Malaysia at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s invitation. The trip follows Anwar’s visit to Bangladesh last year and will include an official welcoming ceremony, bilateral talks, and the signing of multiple MoUs in sectors such as defence, energy, semiconductors, and trade. The leaders will also [...]

Mali Detains 24 Soldiers Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Ruling Junta

MALI: Malian officials have detained around twenty soldiers who are suspected of trying to overthrow the current ruling junta, which took control of the country in a coup. Among those arrested is a senior general. These actions happen as dissatisfaction grows within the army and instability continues in Mali. The military government had promised to [...]

Egypt’s Al-Sisi Urges Comprehensive Roadmap for Media Sector Development

EGYPT: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi urged the creation of a detailed plan to improve the country’s media sector. He instructed officials to make sure that the media can access data and information, especially during crises. Al-Sisi emphasized that experts should help create this plan so that national media can keep up with fast changes [...]

Chikungunya Virus Outbreak Escalates in China

CHINA: Since July, over 7,000 cases of a virus spread by mosquitoes have been reported in Guangdong province, China. This situation has led to actions similar to those during the Covid-19 pandemic. In Foshan City, the area most affected, patients with chikungunya must remain in the hospital. Their beds are covered with mosquito nets for [...]

Algerian Institute for Comprehensive Studies President Hosts Sahrawi Delegation

ALGERIA: Major General Abdelaziz Mejahed, who leads the Algerian Institute for Comprehensive Studies, welcomed a Sahrawi delegation to the institute's main office in Algiers. This meeting provided a chance to discuss important topics connected to the Sahrawi cause, such as the ongoing conflict in Western Sahara and how media can help raise awareness about the [...]

Cambodia Demands Return of 18 Soldiers Held by Thai Forces

On August 11, 2025, Lieutenant General Maly Socheata, spokesperson for Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defense, announced that 18 Cambodian soldiers have been detained by Thai forces for 13 days, following their arrest on July 29, 2025—just hours after a ceasefire took effect. Cambodia is calling for their immediate release in line with international humanitarian law, [...]

Death Threats And Bans Against Afghan Women

A new UN report says Afghan women working for the United Nations in Afghanistan have received direct death threats. These threats, made in May, came from unknown people because of the women’s work with UN groups. The Taliban denied making the threats and said an investigation is happening, but a Taliban official claimed there were [...]

Saudi Arabia Uses Executions To Silence Dissent

In 2025, Saudi Arabia carried out a record number of executions, at least 241 by August 5, many without fair trials, according to Human Rights Watch and the Middle East Democracy Center. This includes the execution of journalist Turki al-Jasser on June 14 for allegedly “terrorist” acts, though no evidence was provided. Al-Jasser had exposed [...]

Mental Health Clinics In South Sudan Face Uncertain Future

Mental health clinics in South Sudan are helping many people deal with stress, trauma, and suicidal thoughts caused by war, poverty, and violence. One such clinic in Mundri helped Joy Falatiya, a mother of five, who became homeless in 2024 and wanted to end her life. After receiving counseling at the clinic, her mental health [...]

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