The Role of Bangladesh’s Military in the July Revolution and Its Historical Legacy – The Diplomat

For the past week, 72-year-old Kim Kwon-seop has been among the thousands gathered near the home of South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, aiming to shield him from prosecutors seeking to detain him on insurrection charges related to his declaration of martial law. Supporters of Yoon view the opposition as committing insurrection and believe the election was rigged, rallying under the "national-flag brigade" to defend Yoon's presidency against perceived threats from North Korea and...

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola took responsibility for his team's recent poor form, acknowledging their struggles with just two wins in their last 10 Premier League games, leaving them in sixth place with 31 points. Guardiola attributed the setbacks to injuries affecting key players like Rodri, Ederson, Stones, and Dias, admitting he has not been able to instill the necessary confidence in the team. Despite a recent win against Leicester City, Guardiola emphasized his role...

Thich Minh Tue, a Vietnamese monk not officially recognized by the state-sanctioned Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, is embarking on a 2,700-kilometer barefoot pilgrimage across Thailand and Myanmar to Buddhist sites in India. His humble attitude and ascetic practices have drawn attention on social media, despite facing scrutiny and detainment by authorities in Vietnam. Thich Minh Tue's pilgrimage to India raises questions about whether he will be able to return to Vietnam afterwards. Full Article

In the midst of a positive shift in India-China relations, concerns remain over the leadership-centric nature of the thaw, with mutual distrust evident in discrepancies between the two sides' statements following recent meetings. Despite progress on minor issues and border disengagement agreements, the future sustainability of the warming ties is uncertain, especially with the impact of the incoming Trump administration and the overarching influence of strongman leadership in both countries. Full Article

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani appeared in court for a contempt hearing regarding a US$148 million judgment won on behalf of two Georgia election workers. Judge Lewis J. Liman may decide on civil sanctions for Giuliani's failure to surrender assets, including a Mercedes-Benz and his New York flat, but not necessary paperwork. Giuliani's lawyer must explain why he should not face contempt charges, potentially impacting his Florida home and valuable items like World Series...

VJ Anand, VaynerMedia's executive creative director EMEA, has left the agency after five years, expressing interest in collaborating with brands and agencies. MullenLowe Singapore has been appointed as the creative agency of record for NTUC to enhance brand awareness and perception. Alice Au, group director of digital marketing at Wharf Hotels, has stepped down after leading digital marketing strategies for Niccolo and Marco Polo Hotels, focusing on omnichannel marketing and AI integration. Dentsu Singapore has...