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Rising Religious Extremism in Bangladesh: Attacks on Baul Singers Intensify While Yunus Administration Remains Silent
Nov 27, 2025 03:18 pm CST
Bangladesh faces escalating religious violence as UNESCO-recognized Baul singers become targets of radical Islamist attacks. While Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus maintains silence, minority communities face increasing persecution, raising concerns about growing religious extremism following former PM Sheikh Hasina's ousting. Recent assaults on Baul performers highlight the deteriorating situation for cultural and religious minorities across the South Asian nation.
UK's Revolutionary DragonFire Laser Successfully Destroys High-Speed Drones in Military Tests
Nov 27, 2025 02:49 pm CST
The UK has successfully tested its advanced DragonFire laser weapon system, demonstrating the ability to destroy drones flying at 650 kmph. Set for deployment on Royal Navy vessels by 2027, this 50kW high-energy laser weapon represents a significant advancement in directed-energy defense technology, offering precise targeting at the speed of light while dramatically reducing ammunition costs to just $13 per shot.
Record Thanksgiving Traffic: Los Angeles Freeways Gridlocked as 81.8 Million Americans Travel for Holiday
Nov 27, 2025 02:48 pm CST
Los Angeles freeways experienced severe congestion as millions of Americans began their Thanksgiving travels, with AAA projecting a record 81.8 million travelers nationwide. The holiday traffic, captured in aerial footage showing miles of red brake lights, has become a Thanksgiving tradition, with 90% of holiday travelers choosing to drive despite stable gas prices and cheaper car rentals compared to last year.
Diplomatic Rift Escalates: Ramaphosa Condemns Trump's Decision to Exclude South Africa from G20 Miami Summit
Nov 27, 2025 02:40 pm CST
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized US President Donald Trump's decision to exclude South Africa from the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami. The diplomatic tension has intensified after Trump cited alleged human rights abuses against white farmers in South Africa as justification, while also announcing the cessation of financial aid to the country. Ramaphosa defended South Africa's G20 membership and called for continued multilateral cooperation among member nations, describing Trump's actions as based on misinformation about his country.
Former Afghan Soldier Arrested for Shooting National Guard Members Near White House
Nov 27, 2025 02:12 pm CST
A 29-year-old Afghan national, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who previously served alongside US forces, was arrested for shooting two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House. The suspect entered the US under Operation Allies Welcome during the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal and is now under FBI investigation for what Mayor Bowser called a "targeted shooting."
Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Power in Latest West African Coup Following Disputed Elections
Nov 27, 2025 01:29 pm CST
Guinea-Bissau's military has seized power in the latest coup to hit West Africa, deposing President Umaro Sissoco Embalo just days after disputed elections. Soldiers announced on state television they were suspending the electoral process and media outlets while claiming to act against election manipulation. This coup continues a concerning pattern of military takeovers across the region since 2020.
Fatal Train Accident in China: 11 Railway Workers Killed During Seismic Equipment Testing in Yunnan Province
Nov 27, 2025 01:25 pm CST
A tragic railway accident in southwest China's Yunnan province claimed the lives of 11 workers when a train conducting seismic equipment testing collided with construction personnel at Kunming's Luoyang Town station. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about industrial safety standards in China, where workplace accidents remain relatively common due to regulatory and implementation challenges.
Pardoned Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao Faces New Lawsuit Alleging $415 Million Transfer to Terrorist Organizations
Nov 27, 2025 01:24 pm CST
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, recently pardoned by President Trump, now faces a lawsuit from families of victims of the October 7 attack on Israel. The lawsuit alleges that Binance facilitated over $415 million in cryptocurrency transfers to terrorist organizations including Hamas and Hezbollah, with plaintiffs seeking treble damages under international terrorism compensation laws.
US Suspends All Afghan Immigration Processing After National Guard Shooting Near White House
Nov 27, 2025 12:37 pm CST
Following a shooting incident by an Afghan national near the White House that injured two National Guard members, the Trump administration has indefinitely halted all immigration processing for Afghan nationals pending security review. The shooter, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, entered the US through the Biden administration's Operation Allies Welcome program after the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.
Trump's National Guard Deployment in Washington DC: Legal Challenges and Security Implications
Nov 27, 2025 12:35 pm CST
President Trump's controversial deployment of over 2,000 National Guard troops in Washington DC faces legal challenges after being ruled unlawful. Initially justified as addressing crime despite contrary statistics, the deployment follows similar actions in Democratic-led cities. Troops perform various tasks from security patrols to maintenance work, with their presence escalating after a recent shooting injured two Guard members.