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A new political 'youthquake' takes hold
Oped, Published on 31/08/2024
» Six months ago, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's grip on power in Bangladesh appeared unbreakable. The ruling Awami League had just won a fourth term in an uncontested election, allowing it to stay in full control of the country's institutions. With journalists, human rights defenders, opposition members, and other critics facing politically motivated prosecution, prison, exile, and forced disappearance, a continued descent into authoritarianism seemed certain.
Angels' Elite group dream shattered by shootout loss
Sports, Published on 15/08/2024
» Thai League 1 giants Bangkok United failed in their bid to secure a place in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 group stages after suffering a 4-3 penalty shootout loss to China's Shandong Taishan in a play-off in Jinan on Tuesday night.
7 killed in Bangladesh clashes as protesters push for PM to resign
Published on 04/08/2024
» DHAKA - At least seven people were killed and dozens injured in clashes in Bangladesh on Sunday as police fired tear gas and lobbed stun grenades to disperse tens of thousands protesters calling for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign.
Bangladesh's youth uprising has Arab Spring echoes
News, Published on 27/07/2024
» In recent weeks, the Bangladeshi government has cracked down violently on students demanding equitable access to coveted government jobs amid an unemployment crisis. To contain the protests, authorities have shut down all educational institutions, imposed a strict curfew, and cut off internet access. Thousands of police officers and paramilitaries have been patrolling the streets, and more than 170 people have died.
Kirins, Rabbits to clash in League Cup final
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 24/05/2024
» Muang Thong United and BG Pathum United will face off in the League Cup final on June 16.