Uprising

Bangladesh Tribunal Launches High-Profile Trial Against Former PM Hasina Following Student-Led Uprising

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Dhaka, Bangladesh — The International Crimes Tribunal in Bangladesh has begun proceedings against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who faced significant political upheaval last year. Hasina’s nearly 16-year leadership, characterized by strong support from her Awami League party, came to an abrupt end following a student-led protest on August 5, prompting a re-examination of her administration’s actions. The tribunal, established to address allegations of crimes committed during the 1971 Liberation War, has raised questions regarding Hasina’s role in various contentious incidents during her tenure. The legal challenges she faces reflect deep-rooted divisions within Bangladeshi society … Read more

Local Fishermen Spark ‘Bluefin Uprising’ Over Shoreline Fishing Restrictions at Outer Banks

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NAGS HEAD, N.C. — For fishermen at the Outer Banks, the thrill of landing a bluefin tuna from a pier or shore has suddenly shifted from a dream to a complex reality fraught with legal challenges and conservation concerns. This shift came into sharp focus earlier this month near Jennette’s Pier, where the rare proximity of bluefin tuna to the shoreline spurred unexpected catches and subsequent regulation enforcement. Local fisherman Fin Brophy expressed his astonishment at the occurrence, commenting that never in his wildest dreams did he envision hooking a bluefin tuna from a pier. … Read more