The collective spirit must not be lost

In the past, we have faced disappointment; we don't want to return to a state where politicians work for their own benefit.
5 August 2024, 13:16 PM

That thing on your neck

The ill sensation you already feel is compounded by the reactions of the government
5 August 2024, 04:00 AM

Why cancel prisoners’ right to visitation?

It is unacceptable that prisoners are being denied visitations from their families for over two weeks.
5 August 2024, 02:00 AM

We must step back from the precipice

If the ruling party leaders don’t understand or pretend not to understand why students are not staying back at home (their campuses and dormitories remain shuttered), we are in much deeper trouble than one could imagine
4 August 2024, 13:26 PM

Violence against students: A tribute to our little John Hampdens

Students who were shot dead and injured were simply exercising their democratic rights and posed no threat to anybody.
4 August 2024, 04:00 AM

Bangladesh’s growth story lacks justice and humanity

The problems are economic, social and political in nature.
4 August 2024, 02:00 AM

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