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Can a president really rename a lake?

TRUMP VS LAKE ONTARIO / Can a president really rename a lake?

US President Donald Trump has moved to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America,” opening another flashpoint with Canada amid an ongoing trade dispute. But Can he actually rename a lake?

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What’s a non-performing loan? How does it threaten masses?

What’s a non-performing loan? How does it threaten masses?

NPL is a credit on which the borrower has defaulted or failed to make scheduled payments, both interest and principal, for a specified timeframe.

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How does Bangladesh elect its president?

How does Bangladesh elect its president?

Bangladesh elects its president indirectly, with MPs choosing the head of state rather than voters casting ballots directly. Here’s how the process works, from nomination to the final vote.

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How ships find a second life in Sitakunda

Shipbreaking / How ships find a second life in Sitakunda

From Sitakunda’s shores to steel mills, discover how old ships get a second life.

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