Red Sea – A U.S. Navy fighter jet was mistakenly shot down by a guided-missile cruiser in an apparent friendly fire incident over the Red Sea early Sunday, according to the U.S. military. The incident underscores the complexities and risks facing international forces as they attempt to safeguard maritime routes and thwart attacks from the…
In an exclusive interview with Samakal, Dr. Shafiqul Rahman, the Amir (leader) of Jamaat-e-Islami, discussed the party’s stance on the upcoming national elections, its call for reforms before the election, and the broader political situation in Bangladesh. Rahman emphasized that Jamaat does not want the elections to be delayed, warning that such a delay would…
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol lifted the martial law he had imposed on the country early Wednesday morning, yielding to political pressure after a night of escalating tensions. The decree, imposed hours earlier, had prompted a dramatic standoff between the military and the country’s lawmakers. Troops surrounded the parliament…
XRP, the native cryptocurrency of Ripple Labs, has made a remarkable surge in value, overtaking Solana (SOL) to become the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. As of the latest figures, XRP’s market capitalization stands at over $122 billion, surpassing Solana’s $113 billion. This shift in rankings highlights the increasing investor confidence in XRP, driven largely…
Former President Donald Trump responded to President Joe Biden’s unexpected decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, raising questions about justice for those involved in the January 6th Capitol riots. The pardon, which took many by surprise, marks a significant shift from Biden’s earlier stance that he would not intervene in his son’s legal matters.…
In a decisive win on Tuesday night, voters in Nova Scotia handed Tim Houston’s Progressive Conservatives a second consecutive majority government, marking a pivotal moment in the province’s political landscape. The victory was not only a reflection of Houston’s leadership but also a result of a dramatic collapse in Liberal support across the province. As…
In a significant statement, Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), urged his followers to refrain from addressing him as a “national leader” or “statesman” from this point onward. He expressed his request during a video conference at a workshop titled “31 Points for Structural Reform and Public Engagement” at the…
In a move that underscores his longstanding ties to business and entertainment, former President Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon, co-founder of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), as his choice for Secretary of Education. The announcement was made via Trump’s Truth Social platform, where he praised McMahon for her leadership experience and business acumen, signaling that…
President-elect Donald Trump announced his selection of former congressman and Fox Business co-host Sean Duffy as the next Secretary of the Department of Transportation on Monday. The decision brings a mix of political experience and media familiarity to a critical federal role overseeing the nation’s infrastructure and travel systems. A Transition from Congress to Television…
Donald Trump, the president-elect of the United States, made a historic decision on Friday by appointing Karoline Leavitt as his White House press secretary. At just 27 years old, Leavitt becomes the youngest person ever to hold this high-profile role, a significant milestone in her career and a move that has attracted widespread attention. Leavitt,…
President-elect Donald Trump has announced his decision to nominate Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida for the position of U.S. Attorney General. The move is already stirring significant debate and has set the stage for what promises to be a contentious confirmation process in the Senate. Gaetz, a staunch Trump loyalist and vocal critic of…
In a heartfelt statement today, Premier David Eby paid tribute to former British Columbia Premier John Horgan, who passed away this morning in Victoria. The news has sent waves of sadness throughout the province, as people reflect on the remarkable legacy left by a leader who dedicated his life to the betterment of British Columbia…
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly planning to nominate South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem as the next secretary of Homeland Security, multiple sources have confirmed. Known for her close alliance with Trump and her strong stance on border security, Noem is set to take on a role overseeing key agencies, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection…