Iowa law banning school library books that depict sex acts on hold again after a new federal ruling
A federal judge says Iowa for now cannot continue to enforce part of its book ban law.
Day: March 26, 2025
Thousands take to streets in Gaza in rare public display of discontent with Hamas
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Pentagon warned of Russian Signal hacker infiltration after massive war plans bungle
Trump administration officials — including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth — included journalist in group chat on app discussing secret military plans
FirstFT: China releases employees of US firm after two years – Financial Times
FirstFT: China releases employees of US firm after two years Financial TimesChina Frees Employees of U.S. Consulting Firm After 2-Year Detention The New York TimesChina Frees Mintz Employees After Two-Year Detention, FT Says …
IMF Confirms That Cash-Strapped Pakistan Is Seeking 24th Bailout
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed that Pakistan is seeking its 24th bailout package, as outlined in a recent staff-level agreement. This agreement follows the successful completion of the existing short-term facility and aims to address Pakistan’s long-standing fiscal and external sustainability issues.The IMF’s statement highlighted that the agreement could allow Pakistan to
Indonesia’s Rupiah Falls to Lowest Level Since Asian Financial Crisis
A perfect storm of domestic and international uncertainties has pushed the currency toward the all-time low set in mid-1998.
Muhammad Yunus Faces Criticism Over ‘Press Repression’ In Bangladesh
Concerns have been raised regarding the leadership of Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, particularly in relation to press freedom and the treatment of minority groups. Michael Rubin, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, has criticised Yunus for allegedly overseeing actions that suppress journalistic freedom and
Further benefits cuts planned as Rachel Reeves forced to find extra £1.6bn
Chancellor risks wrath of Labour backbenchers with spring statement set to confirm deeper cutsRachel Reeves will make additional welfare cuts in her spring statement on Wednesday after the Office for Budget Responsibility rejected her estimate of savin…
Commentary: How concerned should we be about the spate of aviation accidents in 2025?
A string of high-profile plane crashes in early 2025 has spooked travellers. Aviation consultant Shukor Yusof weighs in on whether there are underlying issues in the industry.
Commentary: By deporting Uyghurs, Thailand blinked and China got its way
Thailand’s Uyghur deportation has generated speculation over whether Bangkok – which has a longstanding and deep relationship with the United States – is drifting into China’s sphere of influence, says former foreign correspondent Nirmal Ghosh.