UN opposes death penalty but pushes for justice in Bangladesh

In its response to the verdict, the UN human rights office (OHCHR) reiterated its opposition to the death penalty in all circumstances. Last July, student protests which began over a quota system for public service jobs in Bangladesh quickly escalated into widespread demonstrations, which were violently repressed by national security forces. Following the former prime minister’s […]

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Federal Judge Upholds New York Law Shielding Courthouses from ICE Arrests

A U.S. judge has upheld New York’s Protect Our Courts Act, barring immigration agents from making arrests in or around state courthouses. The ruling reinforces the state’s authority to shield court proceedings from federal immigration enforcement, a practice critics say undermines access to justice. The Ruling On November 17, 2025, U.S. District Judge Mae D’Agostino […]

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Ukraine faces ‘unprecedented housing crisis’

More than 236,000 buildings have been destroyed or damaged during the war and over 2.5 million housing units – around 10 per cent of the housing stock – have been damaged in some way or are inaccessible due to the ongoing conflict.  The shortage of municipal housing combined with an under-regulated rental market and the […]

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Fannie Mae Investigators Found No Evidence of Mortgage Fraud Against Letitia James, Filing Reveals

Senior fraud investigators at Fannie Mae concluded there was no clear evidence that New York Attorney General Letitia James committed mortgage fraud, according to newly disclosed internal communications. The revelation, made public in a legal filing this week, adds weight to James’ defense team’s argument that the case against her is flawed and politically motivated. […]

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Operation Endgame: FBI and Global Partners Dismantle Major Cybercriminal Infrastructure with 1,025 Servers Disabled

November 2025 — The FBI, working alongside international law enforcement agencies, has successfully dismantled a network of cybercriminal tools including an infostealer, remote access trojan, and botnet as part of Operation Endgame. This marks the third large‑scale action under the initiative, which was launched to disrupt criminal infrastructure fueling ransomware attacks worldwide. Scope of the […]

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Samsung Budget $309 Billion for Domestic Expansion with New Pyeongtaek Chip Plant

SummarySamsung Group has pledged a KRW450 trillion (US$309 billion) investment over the next five years to strengthen its domestic footprint, with Samsung Electronics set to build a new semiconductor production line at its flagship Pyeongtaek facility. The move underscores South Korea’s ambition to remain at the forefront of the global chip industry amid surging demand […]

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From today onwards, women in the EU symbolically work for free

  “Women work easy jobs, that’s why they earn less.” “Women don’t want careers, they want to take care of children.” “Men are better leaders.” We’ve all heard these phrases. And while it’s true that some women do prioritise family over career, those who don’t still face barriers to high-paying jobs. From an early age, […]

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Toyota Opens U.S. Battery Plant, Confirms $10 Billion Investment

SummaryToyota has officially opened its first U.S. battery manufacturing plant in Liberty, North Carolina, confirming plans to invest up to $10 billion in American operations over the next five years. The facility represents a pivotal expansion of Toyota’s electrification strategy and underscores its long-term commitment to U.S. manufacturing. Plant LaunchThe new $13.9 billion North Carolina […]

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Hyundai Motor Announces $86 Billion Investment in South Korea After US Trade Deal

SummaryHyundai Motor Group has unveiled a record $86 billion investment plan in South Korea, following a new trade agreement with the United States that lowers tariffs on Korean automobiles. The move underscores Hyundai’s ambition to strengthen its domestic base while expanding global competitiveness in future technologies. Investment PlanThe automaker confirmed it will invest 125.2 trillion […]

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