Since PM Hasina’s flight abroad, numerous attacks have been reported against Hindu households, temples and businesses.Bangladesh’s new interim government says it is working to resolve attacks on Hindus and other religious minorities reported after the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Hindus are the largest minority faith in mostly Muslim Bangladesh, and many are supporters of Hasina’s party, the Awami League. Since Hasina’s abrupt resignation and flight abroad on Monday brought an end to her 15 years in power, there have been numerous reports of attacks against Hindu households, temples and businesses. “The attacks on religious minorities in some places…
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Originally appeared on E! Online No need to jump through hoops to find out which rhythmic gymnasts made the podium at the 2024 Olympics. Germany’s Darja Varfolomeev won the gold, Bulgaria’s Boryana Kaleyn took home the silver and Italy’s Sofia Raffaeli secured the bronze during the individual all-around final at Paris’ Porte de la Chapelle Arena on Aug. 9. Viewers will now have to wait and see which teams medal in the group all-around final on Aug. 10. Meanwhile, some fans may be tumbling over with confusion if they thought the gymnastics events at this year’s Games were over. After…
Asake LyricsSing along to the lyrics of “Uhh Yeah” by Asake, provided below. “Uhh Yeah” is the eleventh track on Asake’s Lungu Boy album, bringing a catchy melody and infectious beats.Lungu Boy Album Cover ArtRELATED: Read ‘Mentally’ Lyrics by AsakeAsake – Uhh Yeah LyricsChorusUhh yeah, uhh yeahUhh yeah, uhh yeahUhn uhn, uhn uhnUhn uhn, uhn uhnVerse 1Faji lawaMa lo se jagajagaOgbaa lawaBeere mi ni KakawaBig boys lawaAnd we are living our livesNo sleep tonightJust be doing as you likeChorusUhh yeah, uhh yeahUhh yeah, uhh yeahUhn uhn, uhn uhnUhn uhn, uhn uhnVerse 2Jo bi serpentTo ba fun mi I go dey…
Dean Lowry has missed considerable time ahead of his first Steelers season, but he will now be cleared to practice. The veteran defensive lineman was activated from the active/PUP list on Sunday, per a team announcement. Lowry began his career with the Packers, spending six seasons with the team. After serving in a rotational role during his rookie season, the former fourth-rounder developed into a starter and consistent producer along the defensive interior. He recorded between 32 and 47 tackles each season between 2017 and 2022, totaling 13.5 sacks during that span.Last offseason, Lowy signed a two-year, $8.5M deal with…
At least two people have been killed and three others wounded in an overnight Russian air strike outside of Kyiv, Ukrainian officials have said. A four-year-old boy and his 35-year-old father were killed in the attack on Sunday just east of Kyiv, which President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed involved a North Korean-made missile. In a post on X, Zelenskyy offered his condolences to the family of the pair who he said were “tragically killed”. “Three other people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy,” he said. There has been no immediate comment from Russia on the attack. Moscow’s overnight strike also included…
After winning a historic bronze medal in women’s rugby sevens last week, Ariana Ramsey has found a new reason to be at the Olympics: the free health care services. In a series of TikTok videos, the rugby star documented her preventative care journey, including getting a Pap smear, eye exam, a new pair of glasses and a dental appointment with X-rays — all for free, courtesy of the Olympic Village. “Like, what?” Ramsey said in a TikTok after her optometry appointment. “Y’all, I’m truly amazed.” The Village also offers specialized consultations in sports medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, cardiology and physiotherapy to athletes,…
As previously announced days back, Dr Dolor is proud to present his 3rd studio album ‘Echoes of Endurance’, accompanied with visuals for ‘See Finish’ featuring KPee, one of the standout tracks off the project.LISTEN/STREAM ‘Echoes of Endurance’ Album”Echoes of Endurance” is an album packed with real emotions, love stories, and life lessons, proving that tough times don’t last, but tough people do. “Asemota” sets the tone with its powerful message.”Do for Love” explores the wild lengths we go for love, while “See Finish” is a dancefloor magnet that will get you hyped.”Jo Fumi” brings smooth R&B vibes with a romantic twist. “Amebo” throws it…
Team USA escaped by the skin of its teeth in Sunday’s gold-medal game against France.France almost sent the game into overtime on a miraculous shot. Power forward Gabby Williams banked in a buzzer-beater on the game’s last play. However, her foot was on the three-point line, helping Team USA hold on to a 67-66 victory. France proved to be a tough matchup for the Americans. Les Bleues forced 19 turnovers, had 10 steals and went 13-of-13 from the foul line. Williams, a former UConn star, finished with 19 points, seven rebounds and two assists on 7-of-16 shooting. France couldn’t stop…
In his first interview since dropping out of the presidential race, US President Joe Biden has told broadcaster CBS that he made the decision in order to maintain democracy in the United States. Speaking on the CBS News Sunday Morning programme, Biden said: “The polls we had showed that it was a neck-and-neck race, would have been down to the wire … But what happened was, a number of my Democratic colleagues in the House and Senate thought that I was gonna hurt them in the races.” “And I was concerned if I stayed in the race, that would be…
What to KnowThe Closing Ceremony begins at 3 p.m. ET Sunday (12 p.m. PT) and marks the close of the 2024 Paris Olympics.Swimming superstar Katie Ledecky and gold medal rower Nick Mead are the flag bearers for Team USA in the Parade of Athletes.Winners of the women’s marathon will receive their medals during the ceremony. The Paris 2024 Olympic committee said the closing ceremony will feature “over a hundred performers, acrobats, dancers and circus artists.”There are rumors swirling that Tom Cruise, who has been spotted all over the Games, will be part of the show, although that remains unconfirmed.Part of the Closing…