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The ouster of Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government is just the latest example of political instability in a South Asia region that is struggling to achieve stability, let alone democratization. This creates serious security and economic risks for India, a major player in the region. Street clashes in Dhaka, Bangladesh. (Rajiv Dar/AP) Brahma Chellaney, Project Syndicate In Bangladesh, violent student-led, Islamist-backed protests toppled the government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and have led to a surge in mob attacks targeting perceived supporters of her secular Awami League party, particularly the country's dwindling Hindu minority. With neighboring Myanmar engulfed in…

It's that time of year when parents and students start considering what they'll need for the upcoming school year, and with it comes new trends. CTV Morning Live brings you the scoop from three different shops in Place D'Orleans. “Denim is huge right now,” said Kim Fortin, general manager of AUB44. She points out that jeans of all styles are in fashion. All-over denim is also on trend this fall, with denim jumpsuits, jean jackets and skirts all on trend. Describing the outfit worn by the model, she said that for girls, leggings and a dress paired with a jean…

The COSMIC desktop may look similar to the old Pop!_OS, but it is completely different. Jack Warren\ZDNETZDNET Key TakeawaysCOSMIC Desktop is currently in alpha stage, but you can install and test it for free. All issues that occurred in previous versions of Pop!_OS have been fixed, and performance and reliability have been greatly improved. However, COSMIC Desktop is not ready for regular use.Linux distributions come and go, and every imaginable approach to open source operating systems has been seen, many of which are twists on traditional approaches. But at the heart of every Linux distribution is a passion and dedication…

LOS ANGELES (AP) — For hours, motion-capture sensors strapped to Noshir Dalal's body tracked his movements as he unleashed aerial attacks, overhead strikes and, later, one-handed attacks that would appear in video games. He swung a sledgehammer so many times that he eventually ruptured a tendon in his forearm. By the end of the day, he couldn't even pull the door handle of his car open. The physical demands of this kind of motion work, and the time it takes, are part of the reason he believes all video game performers should be equally protected from the use of unregulated…

“Banksy was here.” London Zoo removes street artist's animal murals to protect animals.LONDON (AP) — The London Zoo has removed Banksy's gorilla mural from its entrance gate. The painting was the street artist's final animal-themed piece to be on display for nine consecutive days in London. It is at least the fifth piece to have been stolen, defaced or moved to a safe location for conservation. The zoo said it removed the piece from public view on Friday evening and did not say what it would do with it. The mural was covered with a reproduction of the work and…

As the Lake Mary All-Stars continue to compete in the Little League World Series, the town's next generation of baseball players are trying out for the team. These promising sluggers spent Saturday honing their skills and finding their place in Lake Mary Little League. Penelope has been working on her power swing and dreams of being a part of the next Lake Mary All-Stars team. “I want to be there,” she said. “I practice every day.” Braden is also hoping to make the All-Stars roster and said of the team, “They hit it far, they throw a fast ball, they're…

Valparaiso Police Department receives 5th CALEA accreditation According to the announcement, the Valparaiso Police Department has received its fifth accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The accreditation process and award is the culmination of a self-evaluation concluded with a review by independent evaluators and CALEA commissioners against a system of professional standards. The city is one of 14 municipalities in Indiana to achieve accreditation, according to the announcement. Edgewater Community Health Education Director LaTanya Woodson (left) talks with Vitamin T Fitness Owner Tiffany Blakemore about her fitness journey. (Photo courtesy of Edgewater Health) Edgewater Health…

– Advertisement – Bill Wright PEORIA, IL, August 17, 2024 – Paul Nienheiser of the Mohrfeld Solar Sprint Invaders claimed his second consecutive victory at Peoria Speedway on Saturday night. The Chapin, Illinois native earned $2,000 for his 20th career win in the series aboard the Scott Bonner #50. Nienheiser also solidified his points lead with the Sprint Invaders after suffering a tough loss on Friday night at 34 Raceway in West Burlington, Iowa. As the field assembled for the 25-lap race, rain began to fall. Cars stayed on the track for several laps to allow the surface to slick.…

You might have heard the story about pasta originating in China due to Marco Polo’s accounts of eating Chinese noodles in one edition of Marvels of the World, the book documenting his travel experiences from 1271 to 1295. That myth has been debunked by food historians who, like Italian TV chef and food historian Anna Maria Pellegrino, have pointed out that “there’s no direct link” between pasta and noodles. “The way they are cooked, the pots, the types of cereals used, the preparation, ingredients and toppings are completely different and specific to each civilisation,” Pellegrino explained in a Singaporean newspaper…

SAN FRANCISCO — Trending searches among Pinterest users suggest the fall decorating outlook is focused on serenity, coziness and calming colors. The Fall 2024 report found that “cozy fall vibes” grew 90% on Pinterest, led by searches for cozy sunrooms (up 930%), cozy lighting (up 200%), and cozy reading nooks (up 140%). Also trending within the cozy category were candle bouquets (up 720%), dreamy artwork (up 680%), and floral room aesthetics (up 370%). Green, blue and purple hues are all part of the soothing palette, and “green home décor” saw a significant increase from May to June this year, up…