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U.S. President Donald Trump has signed two new executive orders aimed at restricting birthright citizenship. This aggressive move comes just weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship under the Constitution, rejecting the administration’s earlier effort. Under the new directives, automatic citizenship by birth on U.S. soil will be restricted for children of undocumented immigrants and specific categories of foreign nationals. The White House stated that the measures are intended to prevent the abuse of the American immigration system and put an end to commercialized “birth tourism”. However, legal experts and civil rights organizations emphasize that the 14th Amendment…

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Jeddah for a three-day official visit to Saudi Arabia following a special invitation from Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The special flight carrying Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif landed at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on Thursday (August 6). He was warmly received at the airport by senior Saudi officials, including Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region. Key Focus Areas & High-Level DelegationThe diplomatic visit is expected to prioritize discussions on economic recovery, strategic military cooperation, and expanding commercial partnerships between the two nations. Prime…

Kasim Khan and Sulaiman Isa Khan, the sons of Pakistan’s imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, have expressed grave concern over their father’s health and safety. Speaking to international news network CNN on the third anniversary of his arrest, they alleged that Pakistani authorities have barred family members, doctors, and lawyers from meeting him for seven months. Meanwhile, thousands of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters held nationwide demonstrations on Wednesday demanding the release of the former cricket icon and his wife, Bushra Bibi. Speaking from London, Kasim and Sulaiman stated that the Pakistani government has created bureaucratic hurdles and refused to…

A fire broke out at the official residence of the High Commissioner of Pakistan in Gulshan, Dhaka, on Thursday (August 6) at approximately 4:55 AM. Pakistan High Commissioner Imran Haider and his wife, Naima Imran, fell ill due to smoke inhalation during the incident. They were rescued and immediately admitted to United Hospital in Gulshan for medical care. According to the Fire Service and local sources, the fire originated from an electrical short circuit and spread across parts of the building. Although the couple did not suffer direct burn injuries, excessive smoke exposure caused severe respiratory distress. Rescue teams responded…

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has granted approval in principle for the direct purchase—without open tendering—of 8 cargoes of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), 5,000 tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), and 200 electric buses. The decision aims to ensure emergency energy supplies and advance eco-friendly public transit across the country. The approval was given during a CCEA meeting held on Thursday at the Secretariat. In light of volatile geopolitical conditions and emerging conflicts in the Middle East, four separate proposals were approved under Direct Procurement Method (DPM) for 8 cargoes of LNG to meet urgent domestic demand. Additionally,…

Noted Bengali folk singer Swagato Dey, best known for rendition of cherished classics such as “Moyna Cholat Cholat” and “Sona Bondhu Re”, has passed away following a cerebral stroke. His demise marks the end of a vibrant musical journey that deeply resonated with audiences across both Bengals. According to family sources, Dey suffered a cerebral stroke on Monday. Despite receiving intensive medical treatment, his condition deteriorated, and he breathed his last on Thursday. He is survived by his wife, Soma Indu Dey, his daughter, Shayeri Dey, and his son, Sangrang Dey. News of Dey’s passing has cast a pall of…

With more than 400 professional matches under his belt, Josh Hazlewood possesses an intimate knowledge of the world’s best batters, including their strengths and vulnerabilities. However, heading into the first Test against Bangladesh, that familiar bank of data might not prove as useful for the veteran Australian pacer. There are two primary reasons for this. First, Australia rarely gets the chance to play against Bangladesh, particularly in Test cricket. Hazlewood missed the last Test series between the two sides in 2017 and was rested during Australia’s tour of Bangladesh last June. Consequently, across a 15-year international career, the 34-year-old pacer…

Wicketkeeper Tom Blundell believes his decision to stand up to the stumps against fast bowlers in England—a tactical move that helped dismantle the “Bazball” era—was a clear example of New Zealand shelving individual egos for the team’s greater good. Blundell’s fearless glovework right behind the stumps to pace bowlers allowed New Zealand to fight back from a 1–0 deficit and claim a 2–1 series victory in June. The high-stakes strategy yielded dramatic results. Following the defeat, England captain Ben Stokes announced his retirement during the third Test, and head coach Brendon “Baz” McCullum was subsequently relieved of his duties, bringing…

With Bangladesh’s batting lineup facing a severe collapse ahead of the main Test series on Australian soil, vice-captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz stepped up as the team’s savior. On the opening day of the three-day warm-up match against the Cricket Australia XI in Darwin, Miraz played a brilliant unbeaten innings of 109 runs to propel his side toward a respectable total. After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Bangladesh’s top-order batters struggled to adapt to local conditions, leaving the visitors reeling at a precarious 110 for 6 at one stage. In the face of a collapse, Miraz showcased exceptional…

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faced intense pressure following the cancellation of a controversial plan to sell World Cup commercial rights to private investors. However, following a series of criticisms, the governing body of world football convened an emergency meeting and reaffirmed its full support for Infantino. At the high-level meeting held in Rabat, Morocco, members of the management board—including Secretary General Mattias Grafström—expressed their confidence in Infantino. In a reciprocal move, Infantino also extended his full support to the Secretary General and the FIFA administration, sending a clear message of unity to overcome internal division. At the root of the…