Holding to account the perpetrators of crimes against protesters

The July massacre has brought the credibility of this regime into question.
3 August 2024, 14:00 PM

An urgent plea for democracy

The ongoing protest by students and mass people demanding justice has surfaced in a profound democratic void in Bangladesh.
3 August 2024, 11:30 AM

New student politics demands respect, dignity, and trust

It is astounding how little a regime in power for 15 years understands the new form of student politics.
3 August 2024, 05:00 AM

When rule of (no) law reigns supreme

A narrative from both the government and some mass media outlets promotes a version of events that is far detached from the reality experienced
3 August 2024, 04:00 AM

The lives of fallen students must inspire the change we need

Reconciliation cannot occur without truth-telling, accountability, and a commitment to dismantling the structures of violence that perpetuate inequality and injustice.
3 August 2024, 02:00 AM

Aftermath of quota reform violence: Will a normal day ever come?

Can we envision a future where such pervasive violence and control are no longer defining elements of our daily lives?
2 August 2024, 12:13 PM

Are we failing to understand Gen Z?

Backed by experience and good judgement, Gen Z ideas are worthwhile investments.
2 August 2024, 06:00 AM

Surrealism and dark arts: Leaving citizens behind

Under the Tories, the emperor lost its clothes—if it ever had any. Its international rhetoric of “leave no one behind” is a hollow slogan at home.
2 August 2024, 05:00 AM

Politics has to change to cure Bangladesh of economic ills

What is good politics for a party, or any party, may not result in good economics
2 August 2024, 04:00 AM

Column by Mahfuz Anam: Mindless killing changed everything

Blinded by unquestioned power, the government is refusing to accept the new reality.
1 August 2024, 18:30 PM

The Venezuelan people stay with the Bolivarian Revolution

The emergence of Chavismo—the politics of mass action to build socialism in Venezuela—transformed the political scenario in the country.
1 August 2024, 10:10 AM

A disturbing legal provision makes convicting law enforcers difficult

A provision in the Penal Code could impact the criminal prosecution of law enforcers involved in the July uprising killings
1 August 2024, 07:00 AM

In the aftermath of violence

Maybe it was the anger at a system that demanded martyrdom before acknowledging legitimate grievances
1 August 2024, 06:00 AM

Netanyahu's speech: Congress applauds and AIPAC pays

His fourth speech was arranged behind the backs of the Democratic administration to contribute to the undermining of Biden and the success of Trump
1 August 2024, 04:00 AM

What does our labour market look like for educated youth?

The reason behind the educated youth’s overwhelming preference for public sector jobs, particularly those in Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS), must be understood in a greater detail and also through a critical lens of youth unemployment.
1 August 2024, 02:00 AM

Violence against students: ENOUGH!

When Bangladesh bleeds, no one scores any political point, however lofty their political ideologies are.
31 July 2024, 13:00 PM

Pedestrian-friendly infrastructure paves the way for safer, healthier communities

Building and maintaining pedestrian-friendly infrastructure is an investment in our communities' health, safety, and well-being
31 July 2024, 07:16 AM

Are we failing our own future?

Why did a student movement that started with a demand to reform a discriminatory and unconstitutional system get so violent?
31 July 2024, 07:00 AM

Killings during quota reform movement: Crossing the red line

The red line crossed by the government while suppressing the quota reform movement with authoritarian aggression is completely different
30 July 2024, 11:46 AM

Will the Democrats win after Biden’s withdrawal?

Trump is slightly ahead of Harris in polls, but she could well get a boost in the next month as she steps into the spotlight.
30 July 2024, 06:00 AM