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Bangladesh: ‘humanitarian corridor’ for Myanmar​

Political parties from different shades of right, left, centrists, and Islamists are disturbed to hear from the media that Bangladesh has agreed to establish a ‘humanitarian corridor’ for the hungry people of war-torn Rakhine State in Myanmar. The media in…

Walkation for Heroes: A 560-Kilometer Journey from Seoul to Busan for Service Dogs and Veterans

In an era where many campaigns are often backed by major company sponsors and media coverage, a brave and brilliant Korean man, Seongwon LEE, a former Marine Corps officer turned government official, has chosen a unique personal initiative that he…

Trump’s Tariff Hikes: ‘Historical Amnesia’, or History Repeating Itself?

by Mesay Berhanu Gemechu Trump has just introduced a wave of tariff hikes on import duties against 60 countries including China, Japan, India, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The measures described by the President himself as ‘explosives’ reflect his administration’s aggressive stance…

NEW POLL: Filipinos Overwhelmingly Support Actions to Address Climate Change, Reduce Harmful Methane Pollution

93% of Filipinos Support Action to Minimize Climate Change Impact, 75% Support National Methane Emissions Reduction Target Amid Tropical Cyclones, Flooding, and Landslides, nearly 7 in 10 Filipinos Report Significant Personal Impacts from Climate Change  LOS BAÑOS – According to a…

Pahalgam fallout scratches Bangladesh

The deadly massacre of tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir erupted a fresh crisis between Pakistan and India, the two nuke-armed neighbors. The sectarian terrorists or Islamic jihadists deliberately targeted the Hindus only India has accused Pakistan of supporting “cross-border terrorism” after…

SOIL: Photographic Exhibit Features a Korean Buddhist Nun’s Daily Life at the Swiss-Hanok in Seoul

Have you ever tasted Korean temple cuisine? It’s entirely plant-based, which celebrates the natural rhythms of the Earth. It is said that in the Buddhist tradition, there’s a deep emphasis on balance and harmony between the elements. In the making…

Korea Press Photographers Exhibit 2025: “Capture the decisive events and document the truth”

As spring brings refreshing weather to South Korea’s capital, April has been packed with many interesting events and public gatherings. I had the pleasure of visiting one particular exhibition twice at the city’s main avenue, Gwanghwamun Square in central Seoul.…

The PAKAFUZ Railway Through Central Eurasia Is Making Slow But Steady Progress

Five issues must first be overcome in order for this project to become a reality. The Russian and Uzbek Transport Ministries agreed earlier in the month to begin practical implementation of the Trans-Afghan Railway project, also known as the Pakistan-Afghanistan-Uzbekistan (PAKAFUZ) railway,…

Bangladesh’s Myanmar Policy: Recent Speculations and Future Ahead

In recent months, a surge of speculation and analysis has emerged regarding Bangladesh’s strategic intentions toward Myanmar, particularly in the context of the ongoing Rohingya repatriation efforts and the complex civil conflict in Rakhine State. Some media outlets and analysts…

Envi Group Advocates Child Safety from Toxic Chemicals and Waste in Commemoration of Autism Month

April 27, 2025. Environmental justice organization BAN Toxics joined the 13th advocacy “Fun Walk” in celebration of Autism Awareness Month in Daet, Camarines Norte today, highlighting the urgent need to protect children and the general public from exposure to toxic…

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