#News Emerson College students documented city crews cleaning blood stains from the alleyway where over a hundred students were arrested and beaten during the Gaza encampment. . . . #Gaza #emerson #newyork

#News Students across the United States are joining protests against Israel's genocide in GAZA. It all began when Columbia University students refused to end their protest last week. Now, protests are happening at many campuses, with students camping out, occupying buildings, and ignoring calls to leave. Tensions rose after over 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested at Columbia last Thursday. Since then, more protesters have been arrested at other campuses. Some face charges of trespassing or disorderly conduct. At Columbia, the situation remains tense. Officials decided to switch to hybrid learning for the rest of the semester due to safety concerns. At New York University, 133 protesters were arrested, and similar incidents have happened elsewhere. In Connecticut, police arrested 48 protesters at Yale University. In the Midwest, demonstrations grew at the University of Michigan, and nine protesters were arrested at the University of Minnesota. On the West Coast, California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, closed its campus after protesters occupied a building. Colleges are trying to balance safety with free speech rights. Some, like Harvard, are restricting access to campus. Others are enforcing rules against unauthorized protests.

#News The US has issued a strong warning to Pakistan regarding potential sanctions due to recent agreements with Iran, particularly during President Raisi's visit to Islamabad. Concerns about proliferation networks and weapons of mass destruction have been highlighted by the US State Department as Pakistan seeks to deepen ties with Tehran. US State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel emphasized the risks of engaging in business with Iran, urging caution due to potential sanctions. Recent US sanctions on entities from China and Belarus supporting Pakistan's ballistic missile program have heightened concerns. Pakistan aims to revive a gas pipeline project from Iran, despite the threat of US sanctions. The Biden administration affirms its commitment to uphold all Iran-related sanctions, including those related to the pipeline. During President Raisi's visit, Pakistan and Iran signed eight bilateral agreements to enhance political, economic, trade, and cultural ties. However, discussions regarding the pipeline and a sanctions waiver were not addressed.

Polish artist @igor_dobrowolski depicts the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza in expressive posters seen in the streets of Warsaw.

#News The International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation visiting Bangladesh has advised the government to draft a smaller-than-usual national budget to reduce the deficit, considering the country's underperforming revenue collections. Led by Chris Papageorgiou, the delegation began the second review of the IMF's $4.7 billion loan program. The release of the third tranche of credit support in June depends on the outcome of this visit. The IMF mission suggested that the upcoming budget, projected to be Tk 7,96,900 crore for 2024-25, should be smaller due to low revenue collection. Normally, budgets increase by 12 to 13 percent annually, but the IMF recommends a smaller increase this time. The mission highlighted the importance of narrowing the budget deficit to control inflation and meet IMF targets, suggesting measures to reduce expenditures on subsidies.

BOSTON POLICE TEAR DOWN ENCAMPMENTS, ARREST PROTESTERS Angry clashes ensued as State Troopers stormed Emerson College in Boston, ordering pro-Palestinian protesters to disperse and arresting many who refused to comply.

#News A recent incident in India, where a minor schoolboy allegedly murdered his 19-year-old friend, has left the local community in shock. According to the police, the 17-year-old accused was upset over his friend Dishant Rajput's teasing about not having a girlfriend. This teasing eventually led to the accused's anger and jealousy, prompting him to plan Rajput's murder. On the night of the incident, the minor called Rajput to meet near the Diwalipura Garden, along with another friend named Ranjit Mali. The accused also brought an accomplice with him. The group of four went to a location near the Diwalipura Court complex, where the accused's friend held Rajput's neck while the minor stabbed him with a knife. Rajput succumbed to his injuries on the spot. The police arrived at the crime scene and launched an investigation. Within a few hours, they managed to arrest both the accused minors. Both minors had recently appeared for their 12th exams and come from middle-class families.

In a bold attempt to coax some much-needed Rainy Bliss from the heavens, the inventive folks of Tatarpur village in Rajshahi pulled off a spectacle that could rival any reality TV show – a frog wedding! Yes, you heard that right – two lucky amphibians tied the knot in hopes of summoning rain gods to break the dry spell.

#News A Belgian man was cleared of drunk driving charges on Monday due to his diagnosis of auto-brewery syndrome (ABS), a rare condition where the body produces alcohol. His lawyer, Anse Ghesquiere, explained that her client, who coincidentally works at a brewery, was examined by three doctors who confirmed his ABS diagnosis. Reports from Belgian media stated that the judge highlighted in the verdict that the defendant did not display signs of intoxication. The Bruges police court, which issued the acquittal, did not immediately respond to inquiries from Reuters. Lisa Florin, a clinical biologist at AZ Sint-Lucas Hospital in Belgium, clarified that individuals with ABS produce alcohol similar to what's found in alcoholic drinks but typically experience fewer intoxicating effects. She mentioned that ABS usually develops in individuals with pre-existing intestinal conditions and is not a condition people are born with.