The United States has withdrawn approximately $12 billion in federal COVID-19 immunization funding, impacting multiple states. This move has led to significant budget cuts in health services, including infectious disease control and mental health support. The decision has raised concerns among medical experts about the potential rise in daily HIV infections and related fatalities.
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Bangladesh has strongly refuted a New York Times report claiming a rise in Islamist extremism. Chief adviser Muhammad Yunus's press secretary criticized the report for oversimplifying the country's political and social dynamics, emphasizing the significant progress made over the past year while recognizing the presence of hardliners.
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