In Bangladesh, 10,000 to 14,000 people die by suicide annually, the second leading cause of death after road accidents. A study found that among students aged 13-17, 4.4% of boys and 5.8% of girls commit suicide. Major factors include depression, academic pressure, failed relationships, excessive device use, social me…
A Pakistani man intending to establish the country's first gay club to support the "most neglected community" has been committed to a mental hospital, according to a report. The man's identity has not been revealed. He…
A recent study by the Bangladesh Food Safety Authority found high levels of harmful bacteria, including E. coli and Salmonella, in popular street foods in Dhaka due to poor water quality and hygiene practices. Despite c…
The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) reported that the rising costs of essentials have made them unaffordable for low and middle-income families in Bangladesh. Food inflation fluctuated from 9% in April 2023 to 13% in A…
