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November 18, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity. The verdict, handed down by the International Crimes Tribunal, has sparked international concern, with human rights groups and think tanks questioning its fairness. The United Nations has welcomed the verdict as an important step for victims but has expressed regret over the death penalty. The trial has also put pressure on India, with Bangladesh demanding the extradition of Hasina. Hasina's son has slammed the verdict as a "mockery of justice," and analysts warn that it could deepen Bangladesh's political crisis.
July 25, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Anne Burrell, the renowned American chef and TV personality, died by suicide at the age of 55.