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Introduction: Gendered Governance under Authoritarianism Authoritarian regimes do not affect men and women in the same way. Rather than governing solely through coercion, they frequently exploit existing patriarchal structures to transform women’s social roles, motherhood, professional identities, and citizenship into mechanisms of political control. Using the aftermath of the failed coup attempt of July 15,…

Politics on the UWS is in a liminal place where a new reality is aborning. Of course, this nation exists in “between” places where possible versions of democracy are tried and then abandoned. This week the social democratic version has gained a foothold in our Upper West Side neighborhood – and maybe in American politics. Eli Northrup…

“We have nothing to do with that.” An American Medical Association staff member said this to me with a look of disdain on her face. I was at the AMA’s annual conference in Chicago, urging the doctors in attendance to speak up for their imprisoned Palestinian colleague, pediatrician and neonatologist Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. My…

Canadian filmmaker Alain Vézina from Quebec received the Best Documentary Feature Film Award for his new film “The Atomic Screen”at the 15th International Uranium Film Festival of Rio de Janeiro 2026. The award ceremony took place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Cinematheque of the renowned Museum of Modern Art (MAM Rio). From from…

Taming Inflation and Ensuring Implementation Amid Economic Hurdles By Zahida Parvez Chhanda (Dhaka Bureau) Amidst global economic uncertainties, high inflation, and intense pressure on domestic revenue mobilization, Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliament is set to pass a massive BDT 9.38 trillion national budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year today, June 30 (Tuesday). Following the passage of…

By Rita Bhowmick (Dhaka Bureau) Despite having a dedicated regulatory framework since 2021, Bangladesh continues to lag behind in managing its skyrocketing electronic waste (e-waste), leaving millions of tons of hazardous materials completely outside formal oversight. Experts warn that this systemic failure not only triggers a severe environmental and public health crisis but also causes…

By Asif Showkat Kallol (Dhaka Bureau) A growing domestic debate over the public display of white flags bearing Arabic calligraphy has sparked intense discussion among security analysts, diplomats, and civil society leaders in Bangladesh. Observers warn that while these displays are deeply rooted in local religious or cultural expressions, their visual resemblance to symbols used…

Freedom and human rights are fundamental values of human dignity and the foundation of any stable society. A government’s legitimacy is rooted in its responsibility to protect its citizens, guarantee their rights, and ensure equality before the law. In return, citizens also have duties toward their nation, including respect for laws and contribution to the…

After 14 years of doing all that can be done to provoke Russia and to engineer a full-on war with them, it seems the Collective West has finally made it happen. The current, most prominent leaders of Europe have finally become convinced of their own relentless, criminally false propaganda. They now believe, based on their…

Bangladesh’s Climate Diplomacy Surges with Humayun Kabir-Solheim Meeting By G M Forhadul Mozumder (Dhaka Bureau) Bangladesh has significantly intensified its diplomatic efforts to establish itself as a leading strategic partner in the emerging landscape of global climate finance, carbon markets, and green investment. International analysts view a high-level meeting held in Dhaka on Sunday morning…