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Beyond the drills: Why China’s ‘Justice Mission 2025’ is the boldest warning to the US, Taiwan yet
December 30, 2025 9:27 pm
Several media reports indicated that these were among the largest drills conducted near Taiwan in recent years
Amazon’s stingless bees become the first insect to be granted legal rights: What does it mean?
December 30, 2025 8:50 pm
tingless bees, as their name suggests, are a class of bees which either do not have stingers or have stingers that cannot cause much pain. They are found in tropical regions across the world, and about half of the 500 known species live in the Amazon
In history, Khaleda Zia loomed large. So will her shadow over Bangladesh's future
December 31, 2025 6:18 am
Khaleda Zia's death comes at a time of political transition in Bangladesh. The country is heading to its first elections after four decades in which both Khaleda and her rival Sheikh Hasina will not participate. Their shadows, however, will undoubtedly loom large
China This Week | US report on Chinese military, lagging industrial profitability, and K-pop’s potential return to China
December 28, 2025 8:30 pm
Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This week, we look at China’s defence strategy, its industrial growth in the latter half of 2025, and the defence angle in China souring on K-pop.
Myanmar’s first elections since 2021 are being termed a ‘sham’. Here is why
December 28, 2025 11:55 am
The upheaval in Myanmar has also impacted India’s northeast region and led to China deepening its presence in Southeast Asia.
Behind Israel's recognition of Somaliland, strategic, geopolitical interests at work
December 28, 2025 2:45 pm
Somaliland has a population of nearly six million, and enjoys significant regional autonomy, given that it has its own money, passports and police force. However, it has not been officially recognised by any country in the world, barring Israel.
After decades of reactionary policies, BNP has chance to calibrate its India stance. Can it seize the moment?
December 29, 2025 12:25 pm
The party has a history of anti-India politics, right from its provenance under Gen Ziaur Rahman — whose grave Tarique Rahman visited upon his return. Here’s a look at how the BNP’s position on India has evolved over the years.
The Zia family of Bangladesh: A brief history of dynasty behind BNP
December 27, 2025 1:22 pm
Tarique rahman return: Tarique Rahman is likely to be Bangladesh’s next Prime Minister after February’s polls. He will be following the footsteps of his father, Ziaur, and mother, Khaleda
Trump orders strikes on Nigeria: Is the African country witnessing the persecution of Christians?
December 27, 2025 1:22 pm
Nigeria is officially a secular country. Its population comprises Muslims (53%), Christians (45%), and a small section that practices traditional African religions.
Pakistan’s beleaguered PIA sold to private consortium: Could this be Pakistan International Airline’s Air India moment?
December 26, 2025 1:33 pm
PIA’s challenges are different from those Air India faced. The new consortium faces a challenge in turning around a carrier weighed down by debt, an ageing and dwindling fleet, and a bloated staff count.
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