An extraordinary football incident unfolded in Bolivia during the Copa Bolivia quarterfinal between Blooming and Real Oruro, where a total of 17 red cards were issued. The match ended 2–2, allowing Blooming to advance to the semifinals on aggregate. However, post-match celebrations turned violent as players and coaching staff from both sides clashed. Reports from Bolivian outlet El Potosí described punches being thrown and chaos erupting after Real Oruro’s Sebastián Zeballos and Julio Villao became involved in a brawl. Oruro coach Marcelo Robledo was reportedly injured and taken to hospital after being knocked down. Police intervened using tear gas to control the situation. Official reports confirmed that Blooming had seven players sent off, Real Oruro four, and both teams’ coaches and assistants were also dismissed. Six Blooming players have been banned for the remainder of the tournament due to violent conduct.

A devastating fire that engulfed several high-rise residential buildings in Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court complex has been brought under control after more than 24 hours of intense firefighting. The death toll has risen to 94, with around 300 people still missing. Authorities have arrested three executives from the construction company responsible for renovation work at the site, suspecting negligence and unsafe materials contributed to the tragedy. Built in 1983, the complex was undergoing renovation and was surrounded by bamboo scaffolding and mesh coverings, which may have accelerated the fire’s spread. Residents reported receiving no fire alarms and had to alert neighbors manually. This incident is considered Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in nearly 80 years. Rescue teams faced extreme heat and thick smoke as they worked to reach trapped residents in the upper floors. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause and assess accountability for the disaster.

Bangladesh experienced several mild earthquakes over the past week, including a magnitude 4 tremor in the Bay of Bengal on November 26. A day later, a 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia, though no major tsunami followed. Experts say Bangladesh faces limited tsunami risk unless a powerful quake occurs near the Andaman or Nicobar Islands. The country lies at the junction of two tectonic plates stretching from Chattogram-Arakan to the Andaman region. Historical records show a major 8.5 magnitude quake off the Arakan coast in 1962 caused a significant tsunami, but such events are rare, with recurrence intervals of 500–900 years. Meteorologists note that while small undersea quakes are frequent, they rarely cause damage. Bangladesh’s funnel-shaped coastline could amplify tsunami effects from distant sources, but the greater current concern is strong inland earthquakes rather than tsunamis.

On the first anniversary of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, the Israeli military carried out fresh airstrikes in southern Lebanon. According to the Lebanese National News Agency, Israeli aircraft targeted multiple sites in the Jezzine area, including Al-Mahmoudiya and Al-Jarma. The Israeli army stated that the strikes destroyed Hezbollah infrastructure, including launch sites, military posts, and weapons depots. Israel claimed the attacks aimed to neutralize threats posed by the Iran-backed group. Despite the 2024 ceasefire deal requiring Hezbollah to withdraw north of the Litani River and dismantle its southern military infrastructure, cross-border hostilities have persisted. The Lebanese government plans to remove all Hezbollah military structures from the south by the end of the year. Israel reaffirmed its commitment to continue operations to eliminate any threats to its security, signaling ongoing instability along the Israel-Lebanon border.

Pakistan is witnessing growing unrest following rumors about former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s death in Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail. His three sisters allege they have been repeatedly denied permission to meet him and were assaulted by police while protesting outside the prison. The Adiala Jail authorities and Defense Minister Khawaja Asif insist that Khan is alive, healthy, and receiving proper care. However, Khan’s youngest son, Qasim Khan, who lives abroad, has intensified the controversy by claiming that the family has received no proof of his father’s survival. In a statement on social media platform X, Qasim said that the government has deliberately kept the family in the dark, denying all contact for over a month despite court orders. He warned that the Pakistani government and its handlers would be held responsible for any harm to Khan and urged international organizations to intervene to confirm his safety and ensure family access. The situation has sparked mass protests by Khan’s supporters across Pakistan.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly suspended issuing visas to Pakistani citizens over alleged involvement in begging and other criminal activities, according to Pakistan’s Senate Human Rights Committee. Senator Samina Mumtaz Zehri confirmed that most Pakistani applicants are facing visa rejections or delays, with only a few successfully obtaining visas after significant difficulties. Pakistani employment entrepreneur Asim Baig stated that the UAE’s concerns stem from increasing reports of Pakistanis’ involvement in petty crimes, leading to the suspension. However, a senior UAE diplomat in Islamabad denied any formal visa ban, saying no restrictions exist on Pakistani passports. The UAE remains one of Pakistan’s key trade partners and a major source of remittances, with over 800,000 Pakistanis applying annually for travel and work visas. Islamabad’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has reportedly raised the issue with his UAE counterpart to resolve the growing visa concerns.

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, re-elected as the Ameer (chief) of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami for the 2026–2028 term, is set to take his oath of office on Friday evening at the Al-Falah Auditorium in Dhaka’s Moghbazar. According to the party’s constitution, the Ameer is chosen through a secret ballot by members of the national council for a three-year term. This marks Dr. Rahman’s third consecutive tenure as the party’s top leader, following his previous terms. The swearing-in ceremony will coincide with the opening session of Jamaat’s annual Central Majlish-e-Shura meeting, scheduled for November 28–29. Senior leaders from various political parties, along with Jamaat’s central executive, working, and consultative council members, are expected to attend. Previously, former leaders Ghulam Azam and Motiur Rahman Nizami also served three consecutive terms as Ameer, making Dr. Rahman the third in the party’s history to achieve this distinction.

A new International Monetary Fund (IMF) assessment identifies entrenched corruption and elite-driven 'state capture' as the root causes of Pakistan’s ongoing economic crisis. The report highlights how political and business elites manipulate state policies to serve their interests, undermining governance, accountability, and the rule of law. It warns that without dismantling elite privileges, Pakistan’s economic stagnation will persist. The IMF estimates that comprehensive governance reforms could boost Pakistan’s GDP by up to 6.5%, compared to its 2024 level of $340 billion. The report also criticizes weak institutions, judicial inefficiency, and misuse of the National Accountability Bureau for political purposes. Experts from Oxford University and local think tanks agree that corruption and poor governance are deeply intertwined, requiring political will and structural reforms. They call for unified economic planning, procurement modernization, and transparency to rebuild public trust and stabilize the economy.

After two National Guard members were seriously injured in a shooting incident in Washington, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a temporary suspension of immigration from all Third World countries. Trump made this announcement on Thanksgiving night on his Truth Social platform. “I will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries to allow the U.S. system to fully recover, terminate all of the millions of Biden illegal admissions, including those signed by Sleepy Joe Biden’s Autopen, and remove anyone who is not a net asset to the United States, or is incapable of loving our Country,” Trump said in his post. This announcement is being considered one of his toughest immigration policies.

The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has announced plans to introduce area-based rent rates and new guidelines for tenants and landlords by early December. During a roundtable discussion on tenant and landlord rights held at the DNCC auditorium on Thursday, the city’s administrator stated that although the House Rent Control Act of 1991 exists, many of its provisions are not being followed. The DNCC aims to prepare a directive ensuring compliance with safety measures such as fire protection and earthquake resistance. Tenants will have the freedom to move in or out of rented houses at their convenience. The city authority will also publish a standard agreement format on its website and take steps to prevent commercial activities in residential areas. Additionally, DNCC will ensure that tenants are informed about landlords’ holding tax payments, and services will be withheld from properties with unpaid taxes.

U.S. President Donald Trump has directed a comprehensive review of asylum approvals and Green Cards issued under former President Joe Biden’s administration following a shooting incident involving an Afghan immigrant in Washington, D.C. The suspect, who allegedly shot two National Guard members, had entered the U.S. in 2021 under a resettlement program and was granted asylum earlier this year. In response, the Department of Homeland Security announced an immediate suspension of immigration requests from Afghan nationals and expanded the review to include all asylum cases approved during Biden’s tenure. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Joseph Edlow confirmed that Green Cards issued to citizens from 19 countries under Trump’s travel ban will also be reexamined. The move is part of Trump’s broader immigration crackdown since returning to office, which includes reassessing refugee admissions from the Biden era, potentially affecting over 230,000 individuals.

Shafiqul Alam, the press secretary to Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has clarified that he will not contest in the upcoming national parliamentary election and has no intention of entering politics. In a Facebook post on Thursday night, Alam addressed widespread speculation about his possible candidacy, stating unequivocally that he is neither running for parliament nor planning to engage in political activities. His statement comes amid growing rumors in various circles suggesting that he might participate in the election. By publicly denying these claims, Alam sought to put an end to the speculation surrounding his political involvement. The clarification underscores his continued focus on his current role as press secretary rather than pursuing a political career.

Shishir Monir, the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami candidate for the Sunamganj-2 constituency, has pledged to hold a 'public parliament' every month if elected as a Member of Parliament in the upcoming 13th National Election. Speaking to journalists in Sunamganj, Monir said the initiative would ensure that local officials, including UNOs and police officers, are directly accountable to citizens. The Supreme Court lawyer emphasized that he himself would face the public to hear their problems and admit any shortcomings. Monir also expressed his belief that the upcoming referendum would likely favor the 'Yes' vote, arguing that campaigning for 'No' would be politically difficult and counterproductive. He added that the 'Yes' side represents reform and progress, while 'No' symbolizes regression. Other Jamaat leaders, including Advocate Muhammad Shams Uddin and Professor Mohammad Abdullah, were present at the event held in Sunamganj town.

The five-day Jor Ijtema, a preparatory congregation ahead of the annual Bishwa Ijtema, will begin on Friday after the Fajr sermon at the Turag River bank in Tongi. Organized by the Shura-e-Nezam faction of Tablighi Jamaat, led by followers of Maulana Zubair, the event will conclude on December 2 with a final prayer. The Jor Ijtema is held about 40 days before the main Bishwa Ijtema to review annual activities and receive guidance from senior scholars. Devotees and elders from both home and abroad are expected to attend. Tongi West Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md Harun-or-Rashid stated that additional police forces have been deployed around the venue to ensure security and maintain order during the gathering.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has initiated the formation of constituency-based election monitoring cells to enhance its organizational presence ahead of the upcoming national elections. Dhaka South BNP has already established its cell, assigning 62 leaders as coordinators across seven constituencies, while Dhaka North and other affiliated bodies are in the process of forming their own. The cells are tasked with coordinating campaign activities, building voter trust, monitoring rival parties, and reporting local political developments to the central leadership. Senior BNP leaders, including Dr. Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain, stated that such structures are essential for strategic decision-making and effective field operations. Youth, volunteer, and student wings are also preparing to launch their respective monitoring cells soon. The initiative aims to ensure stronger grassroots mobilization, timely information flow, and rapid response to evolving political dynamics, reflecting BNP’s efforts to intensify its election preparedness and strengthen its organizational control at the constituency level.