A protest that highlights a deeper malaise
The students' protest now being waged in Barishal Metropolitan city against the poor state of Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital (SBMCH), one of the oldest public health facilities of the country, points to a serious health sector malaise. A section of the media, rightly or wrongly, has paid increased attention to...
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Promoting labour migration, wooing investment
Bangladesh's relationship with Malaysia is one of the most vital partnerships in our labour migration and economic cooperation framework. Over the years, Malaysia has become a major destination for Bangladeshi workers, hosting over one million of our citizens who send home substantial amount of remittances. These workers form an essential...
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A society losing its ethical moorings
Two persons were beaten to death by villagers in Taraganj upazila of Rangpur on the night of Saturday (August 9).The reason for their fatal end, as reported, was that the victims lost their way and entered the Burirhatbottola area under Soyar union of Taraganj upazila of Rangpur. The villagers suspected...
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US's complicity in Israel's genocidal campaign in Gaza
The United States of America increased its hegemony in global politics and the economy after the early 1990s, following the collapse of the Soviet Union and the transition of many countries to open market economies. This theory of open market economies led to the US emerging as the lone superpower...
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Managing information responsibly
In today's digital world where surveillance is almost everywhere, managing information ethically is more important than ever. Companies collect vast amounts of data from customers, workers, and everyone else, often with little consent or genuine understanding. Yes, data analytics and tracking tools can help. Services become sharper, security tighter, but...
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