The July Revolution has come and gone. The people of Bangladesh are discontent. They are hungry for change and angry with the system. They want to express their frustration, seeking rapid solutions. One phenomenon that reflects the deep-rooted issues within…
Why Women Are Pressured to Marry by 25 in South Asia
In today’s day and age, women in South Asia are slowly learning to be confident, to set boundaries – instead of compromising all the time – not settling for less, and being vocal about what they’re not okay with. However,…
Censorship or Hardship: How Journalism Survived Under Hasina’s Rule
Whenever I think of this concerning question after Sheikh Hasina’s autocratic regime came to an end on August 5, I am always taken back to the conversation I had with a friend that day. After hearing the news about Hasina’s…
Corruption Perceptions Index 2023: Unveiling a Persistent Global Challenge
The narrative of corruption has long cast a shadow over the annals of history. Like the dark recesses of forgotten eras, corruption continues to thrive in the crevices of governance, gnawing away at the fabric of societies. The Corruption Perceptions…
Do the Protests in Israel Represent a Chance for a Hopeful Outcome?
After the bodies of six Israeli hostages shot in Gaza were discovered, mass protests erupted in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other locations on September 1. Led by the country’s largest trade union, Histadrut, nearly half a million Israelis took to…
Is the Rise of Fascism Inevitable?
Civilians love to believe they decide everything for themselves. Especially in modern history, people did not like thinking they were being rigorously controlled. We wanted power in our own hands. We loved the French Revolution, standing up for ourselves. We…
Why Taylor Swift’s Endorsement of Kamala Harris Matters
As a lifelong fan of Taylor Swift, I've followed her career with admiration not just for her music, but for the way she uses her platform. When Taylor endorsed Kamala Harris for president, it felt like a defining moment, not…
The Case for Student Politics in Universities in Bangladesh
The role of student politics in Bangladeshi universities has been a subject of intense debate for decades. Opinions vary widely, from those advocating for its complete abolition to those who believe it is an essential component of a vibrant democracy.…
The Future of Cinema: Will Streaming Kill Movie Theaters?
The movie theater industry, now over a hundred years old, has been an inseparable part of the film industry since its dawn. Although previously the existence of movies without theaters might have seemed improbable, the rapid rise of streaming services…
How Indian Media is Fueling Misunderstanding Amid Bangladesh’s Crisis
As instability continues to grip Bangladesh, a powerful yet concerning moment unfolded: students, stepping up as protectors, formed a vigil outside a Hindu temple to shield it from potential attacks by Islamist protests. This remarkable act of solidarity occurred amidst…
