A new parliament has cancelled several reforms that were brought in after Hasina’s ouster to improve accountability.
Missing for 3 days, Bangladesh temple caretaker’s body found hanging from tree
A temple caretaker in Bangladesh, missing for three days after being called out by unidentified individuals, was found hanging from a tree in a remote hilly area of Cox's Bazar.
Bangladesh: 4 Arrested for ‘Insulting’ Government
The arrest of at least four people in Bangladesh for posting social media content supposedly critical of the new government is an alarming continuation of the previous government’s repressive ...
Indonesia floats idea of taxing vessels transiting Strait of Malacca
Indonesia is considering taxing ships transiting the Strait of Malacca, one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes. Its finance minister says the proposal aligns with the president's goal to make ...
Iran Fired on Ships in the Strait of Hormuz. These Energy Stocks Could Surge.
Iran has attacked more ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. Navy continues to blockade Iranian-linked vessels. Oil prices could head higher and remain there, which could fuel a ...
Iran Fired on Ships in the Strait of Hormuz. These Energy Stocks Could Surge.
Iran has attacked more ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. Navy continues to blockade Iranian-linked vessels. Oil prices could head higher and remain there, which could fuel a ...
Stocks Supported by Iran Ceasefire Extension and Strong Earnings
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.84%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.76%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.28%. June E-mini S&P futures ...
Philippines B2B Buy Now Pay Later Business Report 2026: GMV Trends, Sector Adoption, Sales Channels and Enterprise Segmentation 2021-2030
The B2B Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) market in the Philippines is set for robust growth due to increasing demand for flexible payment solutions, with a projected CAGR of 20.5% from 2026-2030. Key ...
As Iran talks stall, mediator Pakistan tries to keep hopes up
Islamabad aims to keep playing the role of an unexpected peace broker in the conflict between Washington and Tehran.
Pakistan says still no answer from Iran whether it will attend last-ditch peace talks
By Steve Holland, Enas Alashray and Mubasher Bukhari WASHINGTON/CAIRO/ISLAMABAD, April 21 (Reuters) - Host nation Pakistan said on Tuesday there was still no confirmation that Iran would attend ...