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July 18, 2024: When Bangladesh Went Dark Amidst Student Protest Crackdowns

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... On the evening of July 18, 2024, a seemingly ordinary day turned into an unforgettable nightmare for me and countless others with ties to Bangladesh. Living abroad, the internet has always been my lifeline, a bridge connecting me to my family, friends,...

The Deadly Disease of Self-Censorship in Bangladesh

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Since 2009, the shadow of self-censorship has loomed large over Bangladesh. Fear of speaking out against the government has become ingrained in daily life, driven by chilling stories of critics and activists who have been abducted in the dead of night, never...