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…
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.…
Dealing with the Increasing Anti-Feminist Sentiment in Bangladesh as a Woman
In Bangladesh, women’s rights and the idea of feminism are often treated with skepticism and disapproval. There is a clear lack of proper understanding of the term "feminism," even among those who support women’s rights. Despite 53 years of independence…
“We’ve Already Killed Him, So What?”- Addressing Police Brutality in Bangladesh
মাইরা তো আমরা ফেলসি এখন কি করবা? “We’ve already killed him, now what?” Taunting words, delivered with a smirk, betraying no remorse after admitting to taking a human life. This isn't a scene from a dystopian world or fiction, nor…
Yes, I Dream of Him – “Gum, Jaan O Jobaan”: A Glimpse into Grief at the National Museum
Yes, I dream of him. It has been nine years. Sometimes I dream that I’m entering the room and he’s there, sleeping on the living room sofa or the bed, as if he never left. I say, “Where were you?…
How Free Speech was Repressed During the 16 Years of the Last Regime in Bangladesh
This article was co-written by Tuba Rahman and Ashfaq Amin. Under Sheikh Hasina’s autocratic tenure, Bangladesh witnessed a negative shift in its digital space—one that had increasingly become a critical tool of repression rather than a platform for free speech.…
From Crisis to Unity: How Bangladesh Came Together for Flood Relief
In a year already marked by political upheaval, economic turmoil, and the ever-looming threat of climate change, the recent floods have struck with a ferocity that is both devastating and eye-opening. The images of submerged homes, washed-out roads, and desperate…
Dr. Yunus: Karmic Justice and the Dawn of a New Era
Growing up outside Bangladesh, my connection to my homeland often came through the stories of its remarkable individuals. I first learned about Professor Muhammad Yunus’s microcredit program as part of my school’s Economics curriculum in India and felt immense pride…
From Apathy to Activism: Charting the Bangladeshi Youth’s Political Awakening through the Student Protests
As a millennial who grew up in Bangladesh, I’ve always found politics to be a source of frustration and disillusionment. At our blog, which primarily focuses on pop culture, we’ve often shied away from political issues, feeling that our platform…