Turkish diplomat calls for UN Security Council reform
Turkish diplomat calls for UN Security Council reform

Reform must begin with the United Nations Security Council to create a fairer world, a Turkish diplomat argued Thursday at a forum in Switzerland; reads a Daily Sabah report. Diplomats, journalists, and academics gathered in Bern for the Stratcom Public Forum: A Fairer World is Possible...

Over half of Gen Z in UK favor a dictatorship
Over half of Gen Z in UK favor a dictatorship

A new survey suggests a growing inclination among Generation Z towards authoritarian leadership, sparking concerns over democracys future. The findings, part of Channel 4s Gen Z: Trends, Truth and Trust report, will be unveiled at a Royal Television Society event, reads an Independent (UK) report....

EU,UN Women sign €4.8 million deal for gender equality in Bangladesh
EU,UN Women sign €4.8 million deal for gender equality in Bangladesh

The European Union and UN Women have signed a partnership agreement in Dhaka to prevent sexual and gender-based violence in public spaces, workplaces and tertiary educational institutions in Bangladesh, reports UNB. The project is aligned with the government of Bangladeshs commitment to...

EU, UN Women sign €4.8M agreement to prevent gender-based violence in Bangladesh
EU, UN Women sign €4.8M agreement to prevent gender-based violence in Bangladesh

The European Union and UN Women have signed a partnership agreement to prevent sexual and gender-based violence in public spaces, workplaces and tertiary educational institutions in Bangladesh. This very important agreement was signed at the EU office in Dhaka. The project is aligned with the...

Over 200 students awarded merit scholarships at EWU
Over 200 students awarded merit scholarships at EWU

East West University (EWU) awarded the Merit Scholarship to 219 students from the Summer and Fall 2024 semesters in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements. A significant majority of the scholarship recipients were female. The ceremony was held on Sunday, at the Manzur Elahi...

‘Nation desires inclusion of Hasina’s trial as key focus in manifesto’
‘Nation desires inclusion of Hasina’s trial as key focus in manifesto’

Sarjis Alam, a coordinator of the anti-discrimination student movement, stated that the aspirations for which lives were sacrificed during the July movement must be clearly reflected in the manifesto. The manifesto should not echo the voices of a select few; it should represent the collective will...

EV transition risks widening social inequality in UK
EV transition risks widening social inequality in UK

A new study warns that the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK could deepen social inequality, particularly for those without off-street parking, who face higher charging costs. According to the report on EV transition, a growing disparity is emerging as the transition to EVs accelerates....

UN calls human rights pillar for positive change
UN calls human rights pillar for positive change

Today, 10 December, marks World Human Rights Day, with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) emphasizing the critical role of human rights in shaping a better future. In a message to observe the day, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk highlighted the enduring...

Touhid calls for ensuring justice, equality for all civilizations
Touhid calls for ensuring justice, equality for all civilizations

Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain has called upon world leaders for fostering dialogue, leveraging AI responsibly, and ensuring justice, equality, and sustainability for all civilizations. He made the call while addressing the 10th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations...