Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing increasing pressure from his own Liberal Party Members of Parliament to step down. In a meeting held in Ottawa on December 23, 2024, over 50 Liberal MPs from Ontario agreed that Trudeau should resign. Liberal legislator Chandra Arya told CBC, “There is no alternative but to have the leadership change now.” Prior to this, 18 MPs had publicly demanded Trudeau’s resignation. This pressure intensified after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned due to policy disagreements. Subsequently, all opposition parties announced their intention to unite to bring down the Liberal government. If Trudeau resigns, potential…
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Bangladesh has formally requested the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India to face judicial proceedings. Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry advisor, Touhid Hossain, stated that a verbal note was sent to India, expressing Bangladesh’s desire to have Hasina returned. Hasina is accused of embezzling $5 billion from the construction of Bangladesh’s first nuclear plant, Rooppur, which is being funded by Russia. The investigation is being conducted by Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission. Her son, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, and niece, Tulip Siddiq, a British Member of Parliament, are also facing inquiries related to this case. Hasina fled to India in August 2024…
U.S. President Joe Biden has commuted the sentences of 37 of the 40 inmates currently on federal death row. This decision marks a significant shift in the U.S. government’s approach to capital punishment. The move aligns with Biden’s earlier commitments to reducing the use of the death penalty and focusing on alternatives to it. The President’s action comes after a thorough review of the cases, focusing on factors such as fairness, the application of the death penalty, and the mental health of inmates. By commuting the sentences, Biden has spared these individuals from execution, allowing them to serve life sentences…
Ginzan Onsen, a picturesque hot spring town in northern Yamagata Prefecture, known for its snow-covered traditional buildings and lamplight ambiance, has decided to limit the number of day-trippers. This measure aims to address overtourism issues during the winter season. The town attracts approximately 330,000 visitors annually. Under the new regulations, visitors wishing to enter between 5 PM and 8 PM must make a reservation, and after 8 PM, only those staying at local hotels will be allowed entry. These steps are taken to alleviate traffic congestion, difficulties for emergency vehicles, and other related issues. This initiative is part of Japan’s…
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino has firmly asserted the country’s sovereignty over the Panama Canal, despite threats from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Mulino stated, “Every square meter of the Panama Canal and the surrounding area belongs to Panama and will continue to do so.” He emphasized that Panama’s sovereignty and independence are non-negotiable. This statement follows Trump’s demands for U.S. control over the canal, alleging unfair treatment of American vessels and growing Chinese influence. Mulino rejected these claims, asserting that the canal has no direct or indirect control from China, the European Union, the United States, or any other power.…
Former President Donald Trump has expressed his views on TikTok’s presence in the United States, suggesting that it might be beneficial for the application to remain in the U.S. for a while. He mentioned obtaining billions of views on TikTok during his campaign, which he described as a record. Trump stated that upon reviewing the chart, he thought they might need to keep the app around for a while. This statement comes after the U.S. Senate passed a law in April requiring TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to divest the application, citing national security concerns. If the U.S. Supreme Court…
A tragic incident occurred in Brooklyn, New York City, where a woman was set on fire aboard a subway train. The incident took place on December 22, 2024, around 7:30 AM at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue station. The woman, who appeared to be asleep, was approached by an unknown individual who used a lighter to ignite her clothing. Despite immediate efforts by police officers to extinguish the flames, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. A suspect was later arrested, but his identity has not been publicly disclosed. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether the victim and the suspect…
The Government of Pakistan has agreed to consult former Prime Minister Imran Khan following a demand from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Senator Irfan Siddiqui, a member of the government’s negotiation committee, confirmed this decision, stating that the PTI team has expressed a desire to meet with Imran Khan, which the government has accepted. He further mentioned that the negotiation process between the government and PTI is ongoing, with both parties agreeing to keep the discussions free from public statements. Senator Siddiqui clarified that the government does not interfere in judicial matters, and the current negotiations are unrelated to the judiciary.…
The United Kingdom has expressed concern over the sentencing of 25 individuals by military courts in Pakistan, urging the government to uphold its international obligations. A spokesperson from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office stated that “military courts lack transparency, independent scrutiny, and undermine the right to a fair trial.” While respecting Pakistan’s sovereignty, the UK emphasized the importance of adhering to international standards. The European Union also expressed concerns, stating that these sentences are inconsistent with Pakistan’s international obligations. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has also objected to the military court convictions.
A case has been registered against the bus driver involved in the fatal accident at Ayesha Manzil in Karachi. The incident occurred when a couple was traveling from Sohrab Goth to Mujahid Colony on a motorcycle. A speeding bus collided with their motorcycle, resulting in the death of the wife, Bushra, and injuries to the husband. The driver fled the scene, and the bus was set on fire by an angry mob. Police are currently searching for the driver.
