Bangladesh’s High Court acquitted former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia’s son, Tarique Rahman, and 48 others in a 2004 grenade attack on a political rally, overturning their previous verdicts amid political tension following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s departure. Rahman, acting chairperson of Zia’s party in self-exile in London, could potentially lead if his party wins an election. The government criticized the ruling, while Zia’s party welcomed it, with potential Supreme Court appeals and discussions on election timing and government reforms ongoing.
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1 man injured in Scarborough stabbing
A man in his 40s was stabbed in Scarborough on Friday afternoon, prompting a police response to Ellesmere Road and Scarborough Golf Club Road. He was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities are actively searching for a Brown male in his 40s, described as five feet five inches tall with a slim build. Full Article
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