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Iraq’s parliament has passed a bill lowering the legal marriage age for girls to 9 years, sparking widespread controversy in the country. The news was reported by MSN. The report states that the current minimum marriage age for girls in Iraq is 18 years. The proposed bill lowers the minimum marriage age for girls to 9 years and for boys to 15 years. Various human rights organizations have strongly opposed the bill, warning that it could have severe consequences for young girls’ education, health, and well-being. They also believe it could increase the risk of early pregnancy and domestic violence.…

In the third and final ODI of the series, Sri Lanka clinched a series win by defeating India. Seizing the opportunity, Sri Lanka capitalized on India’s batting collapse, led by the stellar performance of spinner Dunith Wellalage. The left-arm spinner took 5 wickets for just 27 runs, and along with Vandersay’s 2 wickets, they restricted India to a mere 134 runs. Rohit Sharma’s team suffered a crushing 110-run defeat. This marked the first time in 27 years that India lost a bilateral series to Sri Lanka, who won the series 2-0. On Wednesday, August 7, at the R. Premadasa Stadium…

Despite persistent rumors over several seasons, Dani Olmo had not managed to return to his former club, Barcelona. Now, this key player from Spain’s Euro Championship-winning team is set to head back to Catalonia. Barcelona has already reached a verbal agreement with his current club, RB Leipzig, confirmed by the renowned Italian transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano. Spanish media outlet Mundo Deportivo reports that Olmo’s transfer to Barcelona is nearly finalized. According to the initial agreement, Olmo will play for Barcelona until 2030. The report states that Barcelona will spend 47 million euros on his transfer, with additional bonuses based on…

Six unidentified bodies have been found burnt beyond recognition in the house of Sumon Khan, the Joint Secretary of Lalmonirhat District Awami League. The house is located on Thana Road, near the Central Shaheed Minar. The bodies were discovered by a fire service team around 3:30 am last night, in a room on the fourth floor. Due to the severe burns, identification of the bodies has not been possible. Earlier, on the afternoon of Monday, August 5, miscreants set fire to the house. At that time, neither the Awami League leader nor his family members were at home. In a…

Beginning with the quota reform movement and culminating in a call for the government to step down, Sheikh Hasina was eventually compelled to give up her position. On Monday, August 5, around 3 PM, students and citizens surrounded the Ganabhaban, the Prime Minister’s residence. Prior to this, Sheikh Hasina had resigned and departed the country. Reports indicate that her sister, Sheikh Rehana, also left the country with her.”

The anti-discrimination student movement has rescheduled their ‘March to Dhaka’ event. Instead of the previously planned Tuesday, the march will now take place today (Monday). Activists from across the country are being called to head to Dhaka. On Sunday, Asif Mahmood, the coordinator of the movement, announced this change in a statement. He explained, “Given the current circumstances, we have decided to move the ‘March to Dhaka’ from Tuesday to Monday (today).” He urged students and citizens nationwide to travel to Dhaka immediately. In his statement, Asif Mahmood also noted, “Yesterday (Sunday), the government killed numerous students and citizens. It’s…

Due to unavoidable circumstances, the railway authorities have announced that all types of train services will be temporarily suspended on Sunday, August 4. Nahid Hasan Khan, the railway public relations officer, informed the media on Saturday, August 3, that the suspension is necessary due to unforeseen reasons. According to railway sources, the halt in train services will be in effect for just one day, with further decisions to be made based on the evolving situation. Train services had resumed last Thursday after a 14-day suspension related to the quota reform movement. On that day, short-distance trains began operating between several…

On Saturday, one of the key coordinators of the anti-discrimination student movement, Nahid Islam, informed the media about this. Earlier that day, during a meeting with central leaders of the Professional Coordinators Council at Ganabhaban, the Prime Minister had invited students, saying, “The doors of Ganabhaban are open. I want to sit with the protesters and listen to their concerns. I do not want conflict.” In response, coordinator Nahid Islam said, “There is no longer any opportunity to seek justice from this murderous government or to engage in dialogue. The time for apology has passed. When there was an opportunity,…

In a recent announcement, TapSwap has outlined various strategies for users to potentially increase their earnings through its newly launched cryptocurrency exchange platform. With a focus on accessibility and profitability, TapSwap is providing multiple avenues for users to capitalize on their digital assets. Here’s How You Can Earn Money with TapSwap: 1. Active Trading: TapSwap’s core feature allows users to buy and sell a wide range of cryptocurrencies. By engaging in strategic trading—buying assets at lower prices and selling them when prices rise—users can potentially profit from market fluctuations. The platform’s user-friendly interface and real-time market data support traders in…

In the Paris Olympics quarterfinals, France has advanced to the semifinals after a narrow 1-0 victory over Argentina. The match, played at Stade Matmut Atlantique, saw France’s only goal scored by Philippe Mateta. Despite controlling 70% of possession, Argentina struggled to convert their chances. The decisive moment came early, in the 5th minute, when Michael Olise’s cross was headed into the net by Mateta. That single goal proved enough to secure France’s place in the final four. Argentina registered 16 shots during the match, with 4 on target, while France had 10 shots with 2 on target. Ultimately, Argentina’s inability…