The public outcry in Bangladesh arose initially from discontent over the selection process for government roles. However, the causes of the protests have broadened to include issues such as corruption, soaring living costs, and widening income gaps.
Israeli military aircraft targeted locations in Yemen that are connected to the Iran-supported Houthi group. This was a retaliatory measure in response to a drone assault originating from Yemen the day prior, which successfully bypassed Israeli security systems and struck a building in Tel Aviv, leading to one fatality.
Authorities in Kenya have reportedly apprehended a serial murderer. Following the discovery of at least 10 sacks filled with human remains at a dumping site, a man was alleged to have confessed to carrying out 42 murders. However, the validity of this allegation is under scrutiny, and relatives of the missing have criticized the police for their perceived lack of effort in the early stages of the investigation.
Residents of a suburb in Paris are feeling the impact of the Olympic Games, but not in a positive way. The event has led to billions of dollars being invested in refurbishing the area. But the question is, what will happen to the thousands of homeless people who currently call this neighborhood their home?
In Ukraine, a story of literary resurgence centered around a book has emerged. A local writer, fearing its capture by Russian forces, buried his last manuscript beneath a cherry tree. The unearthing of this piece became a symbolic event in the revival of interest in Ukrainian literature.
Bangladesh has been the epicenter of explosive protests for several days now. Primarily equipped with sticks, students have been opposing what they see as an unjust quota system used for allocating government jobs. The violent clashes have sadly led to numerous fatalities.
Varî Vãti Marubo’s existence exemplifies the transformation experienced by the Indigenous tribes inhabiting the Amazon rainforest while also highlighting the aspects of their life that have remained unchanged.
Ko Maung Saungkha, a notable poet, has found himself at the helm of a guerrilla force opposing the dictatorship in Myanmar. In his view, revolution is the duty of poets and artists. Interestingly, he is not the only poet-turned-militant, as Myanmar boasts a rich tradition of politically charged verse.
Israeli military forces carried out airstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen. The attack on the seaport city of Hodeidah was launched the day after the Houthis acknowledged responsibility for a drone strike on Tel Aviv, which led to one death and multiple injuries.