Starlink launches in Bangladesh, offering high-speed internet nationwide on May 20, 2025DHAKA – Starlink, the satellite internet service by SpaceX, officially launched in Bangladesh on May 20, bringing high-speed connectivity to areas with limited broadband access. The service is expected to improve internet quality for both residential users and businesses. The announcement came through Starlink’s official X (formerly Twitter) account. Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, special assistant to […]
One year later, vision pro users call $3,500 headset a costly Mistake on May 20, 2025CALIFORNIA – A year after its launch, many early buyers of Apple’s Vision Pro headset say they regret the $3,500 purchase, citing discomfort, low usage, and poor resale value. What once promised a future of mixed-reality experiences has largely ended up collecting dust. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, users complain that […]
Sony cracks down on Russian playstation accounts without warning on May 20, 2025TOKYO – Sony has suspended thousands of PlayStation Network (PSN) accounts linked to Russian users in a major crackdown on efforts to bypass regional restrictions. The move comes as part of Sony’s push to enforce service limitations following its 2022 exit from the Russian market. After suspending official operations in Russia due to geopolitical tensions, […]
Indian-origin British scholar loses OCI status, vows legal battle against government on May 20, 2025New Delhi Cancels Natasha Kaul’s OCI Card Over Alleged Anti-India Activities In a surprising move, the Indian government has cancelled the Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) registration of British academic Dr. Natasha Kaul, citing her alleged “anti-India activities” through speeches, writings, and global forums. Dr. Kaul, who teaches politics and international relations at the University […]
Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer By: AFP on May 20, 2025Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, and is reviewing treatment options, his office said Sunday. On Friday, the 82-year-old Democrat — whose son Beau Biden died of cancer in 2015 — was diagnosed with the disease after he experienced urinary […]
Israel will ‘take control of all’ of Gaza, PM says By: AFP on May 20, 2025Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that Israel will “take control” of the whole of Gaza, as the military pressed a newly intensified campaign in the war-ravaged territory. After Israel announced it would let a “basic amount” of food into the Gaza Strip, Netanyahu said it was necessary to prevent a famine for “diplomatic reasons”. […]
China urges Pakistan and India to show restraint amid rising tensions on May 19, 2025China has once again called on Pakistan and India to exercise restraint and avoid escalating tensions following recent military clashes. The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson reiterated China’s position on the ongoing Pakistan-India standoff, stating that Beijing desires to maintain communication with both nations and supports efforts toward long-term peace and ceasefire. The call for calm […]
China accelerates Mohmand dam construction amid India’s Indus ater threat on May 19, 2025ISLAMABAD – In response to India’s recent threats to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, China has decided to speed up the construction of the Mohmand Dam in Pakistan, a significant project under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The decision highlights the growing tensions between India and Pakistan over water-sharing agreements. According to a report by […]
China’s giant drone ‘Jiu Tian’ can carry and launch 100 kamikaze drones on May 19, 2025Beijing — China is preparing to deploy its powerful new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), ‘Jiu Tian’, on its first official mission by the end of June 2025. The large drone carrier, developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), stunned observers when it was first unveiled at the Zhuhai Air Show in November 2024. […]
Kartarpur corridor closed for 9 days by India, Gurdwara officials urge Modi to reopen It on May 19, 2025The Kartarpur Corridor has been closed from the Indian side for the past nine days, blocking Sikh pilgrims from visiting the holy Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Pakistan. The corridor, which connects Dera Baba Nanak in India to Kartarpur in Pakistan, is a vital route for Sikh religious visits without the need for a visa. Sardar […]