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The chariot as a vehicle of representation and political icon of a Prussian peace calculation
In this article, I would like to briefly summarise the content of the research written by the German linguist and historian Dr. Harald Haarmann, now available in English translation and entitled The Quadriga at the Brandenburg Gate – Revelations on the covert symbolism of a political icon of peace. The symbol of “peace” expressed by…
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East of the Geopolitical Eden
The Great Lions of Power and the Peoples Condemned to Watch the Banquet from the Door “There are peoples who were not expelled from paradise for sinning, but for being born too far from the table where others had already reserved every place setting.” John Steinbeck wrote East of Eden as a parable about guilt,…
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Peru: Pardon Request for Former President Pedro Castillo Rejected
The Ministry of Justice and Human Rights rejected the request for a pardon for former President Pedro Castillo Terrones, submitted by Congressman Elías Varas. The Office of Presidential Pardons reported that the filing did not specify the type of presidential pardon (pardon, commutation, or clemency) nor did it meet the basic requirements of the Internal…
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Assam flood situation remains grim, over 60 die, lakhs affected
Guwahati: The flood situation in eastern Assam remains grim as 62 people died till Friday and hundreds of villages are under water. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called State Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to take stock of the rescue and relief operations in the 12 flood-hit districts. Expressing deep condolences over the loss of lives…
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President of Bangladesh Md. Shahabuddin Resigns; Speaker Hafiz Uddin Takes Charge as Acting President
By Sheikh Arif (Dhaka Bureau) Md. Shahabuddin, the 22nd President of Bangladesh, has resigned from his post after serving for three years and three months. Citing physical and mental health reasons, he sent his resignation letter addressed to the Speaker in accordance with Article 50(3) of the Constitution. His premature exit, with one year and…
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Nahid Rana Ties the Knot After Zimbabwe Tour
By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) Right after completing a successful tour of Zimbabwe, Nahid Rana, the emerging fast bowler of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team, has stepped into a new and significant chapter of his life. The promising 21-year-old pacer tied the knot on Friday in an intimate domestic ceremony surrounded by family. The wedding…
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Historic Solo Concert by Subcontinent’s Legendary Singer Runa Laila at Shilpakala Academy
A Message of Music, Honor, and Solidarity for Flood Victims By Taskina Yeasmin (Dhaka Bureau) In a profound convergence of melody, emotion, and humanitarian spirit, an unprecedented chapter was written in Dhaka’s cultural landscape. The National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy hosted the first-ever solo concert by the subcontinental music icon Runa Laila at…
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NCCA Spotlights Filipino Music and Creativity through Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino 2026
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) once again leads the nationwide observance of Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino (LMP) this July, presenting a series of programs that celebrate the richness and continuing evolution of Filipino music. Pursuant to Proclamation No. 933, series of 2014, declaring the last week of July as LMP, the…
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A Little-Known Russian Oligarch Actually Made A Few Good Points About Russia’s Future
His primary argument is that a sovereign and predictable Russia is better for the West’s interests than a vassalized state (whether to the West or to China), a “Balkanized” mess, or a North Korean-like “hermit kingdom”, all of which are potential outcomes of the West’s new “war of attrition” against it. Andrey Melnichenko was a…
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Iran Under the Bombs and the Lions in Silence
The United States and Israel continue attacking Iran while the powers that could contain the war watch as the planet moves closer to the nuclear brink… “It begins when those who can stop the next attack decide merely to watch it…” The United States attacks Iran. Israel attacks Iran. They attack again and then announce…