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US court upholds Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas
A federal judge has upheld President Donald Trump's decision to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas for highly skilled foreign workers.
Pregnant woman assaulted for objecting to firecrackers on Jagan's birthday
A pregnant woman was allegedly assaulted in Andhra Pradesh's Sri Sathya Sai district during celebrations for Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's birthday on December 21.
'Yunus regime had Osman Hadi killed to derail polls': Brother
The assassination of Bangladeshi student leader Sharif Osman Hadi has sparked widespread unrest and serious allegations against the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government.
US overhauls H-1B visa lottery to favor high-skilled, high-paid workers
The United States has announced a major overhaul of its H-1B visa lottery system.
Trump accused of rape in Epstein files; DOJ rejects claims
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has dismissed an unverified rape allegation against President Donald Trump as "untrue and sensationalist."
'Yunus working personally to mend India ties': Bangladesh finance adviser
The interim administration of Bangladesh is focused on strengthening ties with India and ensuring economic stability, Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed said on Tuesday.
Police detain Greta Thunberg at pro-Palestinian protest in London
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested by British police during a pro-Palestinian protest in central London on Tuesday, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
'We're biggest fugitives': Lalit Modi, Vijay Mallya joke while partying
In a recent video, fugitive businessman Lalit Modi introduced himself and fellow fugitive Vijay Mallya as the "biggest fugitives of India."
'Attack Bangladesh, face missiles retaliation...': Pakistan PML leader threatens India
A leader of the youth wing of the Pakistan Muslim League party, which is led by Shujaat Hussain, has issued a warning to India over its relations with Bangladesh.
Trump on 8 Epstein flights: 11,000 newly released files show
The United States Justice Department has released a new batch of documents related to the investigation of late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
'Anyone who attacks my wife...': JD Vance slams racist attacks
United States Vice President JD Vance has slammed far-right commentator Nick Fuentes and former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki for their comments about his wife, Usha Vance.
Epstein files are damaging people who 'innocently met' him: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has broken his silence on the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files, saying they could destroy the reputations of those who "innocently met" the convicted pedophile.
Trump warns Maduro not to 'play tough' amid Venezuela tensions
United States President Donald Trump has warned Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro against "playing tough," suggesting it would be wise for him to step down.
Prince Harry-Meghan's charity down to 2 employees amid funding issues
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's charity, Archewell Foundation, has reportedly reduced its staff to just two employees as part of broader financial struggles and restructuring efforts.
New Zealand Foreign Minister slams India FTA as 'bad deal'
New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters has vehemently opposed the recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India.
These social media posts might put H-1B visas at risk
Indian H-1B visa workers returning to India for renewal have faced major disruptions.
Far-right group blocks Sikh procession in New Zealand with Haka
A Sikh religious procession in South Auckland, New Zealand, was recently disrupted by a far-right group.
Russian General assassinated by car bomb in Moscow
A car bomb blast in southern Moscow has killed Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, the head of the training department of Russia's general staff, Al Jazeera reported, quoting a statement by investigators.
Days after Hadi's assassination, Bangladesh labor leader shot in head
A senior labor leader of Bangladesh's National Citizens Party (NCP), Md Motaleb Sikder, was shot in the head on Monday, just days after student leader Sharif Osman Bin Hadi was assassinated.
Asim Munir says Pakistan received 'divine help' during 'Operation Sindoor'
Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has claimed that the country received "divine help" during its military conflict with India in May.
US in pursuit of third oil tanker off Venezuelan coast
The United States is now pursuing a third oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Al Jazeera reported.
Gujarat student forced into Russian army, seeks help from Ukraine
A student from Gujarat, who was in Russia on a student visa, has sent an SOS video from Ukraine.
Epstein files: DOJ restores Trump image after backlash
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has restored an image of former President Donald Trump from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Israel approves 19 new settlements in occupied West Bank
Israel has approved the establishment of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, despite international condemnation.
FBI ignored report by Epstein victim's sister in 1996
The Federal Bureau of Investigation(FBI) appears to have ignored a 1996 report about Jeffrey Epstein by Maria Farmer, a painter who worked for him.
India suspends visa operations in Bangladesh's Chittagong, citing security
The Indian Visa Application Center (IVAC) in Bangladesh's Chittagong has suspended operations till further notice.
Bangladesh: Yunus vows to follow ideals of Sharif Osman Hadi
Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has vowed to uphold the ideals of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi, who was killed last week.
South Africa: 10 killed, 10 injured in shooting in Johannesburg
A mass shooting in Bekkersdal, a township outside Johannesburg, South Africa, has left at least 10 people dead and another 10 injured on Sunday, December 21, an AFP report stated.
Investigators find no proof of 'blasphemy' against lynched Hindu man
Dipu Chandra Das, a 25-year-old Hindu man, was lynched and his body burned in Mymensingh, Bangladesh. The incident took place outside a garment factory where he worked.
Australian PM announces review of intelligence and law enforcement
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ordered a review of Australia's federal intelligence and law enforcement agencies.
16 Epstein files, including Trump's photo, vanish from US site
At least 16 files related to Jeffrey Epstein have mysteriously disappeared from the United States Department of Justice's public website, as reported by the Associated Press.
Trump's law pushes India to align nuclear liability rules globally
United States President Donald Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2026 into law on December 19, 2025.
Bangladesh protests: Inqilab Mancha gives 24-hour deadline to arrest killers
The funeral of Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent youth leader and spokesperson for the Inqilab Mancha, was held on Saturday at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban in Dhaka.
Netanyahu to brief Trump on possible new strikes against Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet United States President Donald Trump later this month.
Raccoon roundworm parasite spreading across 9 European countries rapidly
The raccoon roundworm parasite, scientifically known as Baylisascaris procyonis, is spreading across Europe, according to a study.
Bangladesh arrests 7 over lynching of Hindu man: Yunus government
Seven people have been arrested in connection with the lynching of 27-year-old Hindu man Dipu Chandra Das in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, Bangladesh.
Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi, sentenced to 17 years jail
A special court in Rawalpindi has sentenced former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison.
Why Google wants US visa-holding employees to avoid overseas travel
Google has advised its employees in the United States on visas to avoid international travel due to long delays in visa re-entry processing at US embassies and consulates.
US carries out 'large-scale' strikes on 70 targets in Syria
The United States has launched a large-scale military operation in Syria, targeting the Islamic State (ISIS) group.
Bangladesh violence: UNHRC High Commissioner calls to cease revenge attacks
The United Nations Human Rights Chief, Volker Turk, has called for an end to all forms of violence and revenge attacks in Bangladesh.
US Justice Department starts Epstein file release; names, photos redacted
The United States Justice Department has released hundreds of thousands of pages related to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
EU agrees €90bn loan for Ukraine
European Union (EU) leaders have approved a €90 billion ($96 billion) loan for Ukraine. The financial package is intended to help Kyiv address its budget shortfalls through 2026-27.
Prince Harry injures hand during snow polo championship
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, recently sustained a hand injury while playing at the St. Regis World Snow Polo Championship in Aspen, Colorado. Despite this setback, he continued to play on Thursday.
Trump administration planning to revoke citizenship of naturalized Americans: Report
The Donald Trump administration is reportedly planning to expand its efforts to revoke the citizenship of some naturalized Americans.
'No place for such violence': Yunus condemns Hindu man's lynching
The Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in Bangladesh has condemned the recent lynching of a Hindu man, Dipu Chandra Das, accused of blasphemy.
Saudi Arabia deports 24,000 Pakistani beggars
In 2025, over 66,000 travelers were offloaded at airports across Pakistan as part of a crackdown on organized begging networks and illegal migration.
Hindu man lynched, body burned over blasphemy charges in Bangladesh
A Hindu man, Dipu Chandra Das, was lynched in the Mymensingh district of Bangladesh on Thursday night.
ISIS calls Bondi Beach shooting 'source of pride'
The Islamic State has praised the recent mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, calling it a "source of pride" in its latest al Naba newsletter.
Trump suspends green card lottery after Brown University, MIT shootings
United States President Donald Trump has suspended the diversity visa program, also known as the green card lottery.
'You're killing me': 30 Bangladeshi journalists rescued from burning office
The death of Sharif Osman Hadi, a 32-year-old youth leader in Bangladesh, has sparked violent protests in Dhaka.
Harassment and job woes: Coldplay kiss-cam HR executive breaks silence
Kristin Cabot, an HR executive who went viral for hugging her boss Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert in July, has opened up about the aftermath of the incident.
Who's Sharif Osman Hadi, whose death sparked protests in Bangladesh
The murder of Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent youth leader in Bangladesh, has triggered widespread unrest across the nation.
House Democrats release new Epstein photos featuring Sergey Brin, Gates
House Democrats have released a new set of photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, including some featuring Microsoft founder Bill Gates and Google co-founder Sergey Brin.
Brown University shooting suspect committed suicide, officials say
The suspect in the Brown University shooting has allegedly committed suicide, authorities said. The man was found dead at a storage facility on Thursday.
Bangladesh: Fresh violence after student leader's murder; media houses burned
Violent protests have erupted across Bangladesh following the death of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi.
Polar bear adopts orphaned cub, rare phenomenon observed in Canada
In a remarkable instance of "curious behavior," Canadian researchers have recorded a rare case of a female polar bear adopting an orphaned cub.
'Piglets': Putin calls European leaders, declares to meet war goals
Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a scathing attack on Western leaders, calling them "piglets" during an annual meeting with his defense ministry.
Why China is hiking tax on condoms and contraceptives
China will impose a value-added tax (VAT) on condoms and contraceptives from January 1, 2026.
After Ethiopia honor, Modi conferred with Order of Oman
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday awarded the Order of Oman, the Sultanate's uniquely distinct civilian honor.
Putin rejects compromise on Ukraine despite Trump's pressure
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ruled out any compromise on his demands for Ukraine to cede territory.
What Bondi shooters did in Philippines hotel for 1 month
The two terrorists behind the Bondi Beach attack, Sajid and Naveed Akram, stayed at the GV Hotel in Davao City, Philippines, for nearly a month, per reports.
UK couple beats 24 trillion-to-1 odds to win lottery again
Richard Davies and Faye Stevenson, a couple from Wales, have won the United Kingdom's National Lottery for the second time.
'Brought peace after 3,000yrs': Trump claims he ended 8 wars
United States President Donald Trump has once again taken credit for ending "eight wars in 10 months," citing tariffs as a key factor.
White House installs plaques mocking Obama, Biden
The White House has put up controversial plaques inside the complex, targeting former presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden.
Why WikiLeaks founder Assange is suing Nobel Peace Prize panel
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has filed a criminal complaint in Sweden against members of the Nobel Foundation.
Trump's $1M Gold Card visa fails to attract applicants
US President Donald Trump's $1 million "Gold Card" visa program has failed to generate interest among potential applicants.
He's being 'psychologically tortured' in 'death cell': Imran Khan's sons
The sons of Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, who has been in jail since August 2023, have alleged that their father is being subjected to "psychological torture" in a "death cell."