The Dark Side of Bangladesh’s Fast Fashion Industry: Low Wages, Child Labor, and Violent Protests
**Key Points:** Economic Challenges in Bangladesh’s Fast Fashion Industry Bangladesh plays a crucial role as a production center for leading clothing brands in the fast fashion industry. With over 3,500 textile factories, this South Asian country accounts for a staggering 85% of annual clothing exports valued at $55 billion. However, despite the presence of skilled […]
Migrants sew their lips in Chiapas; permits are urgently needed
02 MIN 00 SEG Iris Velazquez Chiapas, Mexico (November 2, 2023) .-16:45 hrs Migrants wait in Huixtla, Chiapas, for their passes to travel freely until they reach the United States. Credit: Special This Thursday, several migrants stitched their lips as a measure of protest to the National Immigration Institute to be treated. Credit: AP Photo/Edgar […]
Private Bus Operators to Go on Strike, Demanding Higher Prices and Rejecting Safety Measures
Private buses are set to go on strike tomorrow in protest of several grievances. One of the major demands is an increase in the fare for students. Additionally, the mandatory implementation of seat belts and cameras in buses has also contributed to the decision to strike. In response to any potential inconvenience faced by passengers, […]
Pro-Palestinian Protest Turns Violent as Activists Clash with NYPD
Protestors Clash with NYPD during Pro-Palestinian Rally in Bay Ridge Road Thousands of pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel activists engaged in a heated clash with the NYPD after vehemently refusing to vacate Bay Ridge Road. The protest, marked by disorder and chaos, effectively disrupted traffic as participants resorted to yelling at the police and even setting fire […]
Pro-Palestinian Protesters Gather in Thailand to Condemn Israeli Attacks on Gaza
Pro-Palestinian Rally in Thailand Condemns Israeli Attacks on Gaza A support group for Palestinians, predominantly composed of Muslims, gathered in front of the Israeli Embassy on Sukhumvit Road in Thailand today (October 21) to express their solidarity and condemn the recent Israeli attacks on Gaza. The protesters, numbering in the hundreds, held signs highlighting their […]
Opposition Councilors Protest: Controversy Arises Over Dice Gambling During Municipality Trip
On 19 October 2023, at 02:05 PM IST, a contentious issue arose during the Pala Municipal Council meeting in Kottayam. Tensions flared between the ruling party and the opposition, leading opposition councilors to resort to an unconventional protest. The disagreement stemmed from the opposition’s demand for an explanation regarding a dice game played with money […]
“Not one more” in Banja Luka as well
Under the slogan Not one more, protests were held in Banja Luka against the murders of women in Bosnia and Herzegovina in recent years. Experts warn that such incidents are, to a significant extent, the consequence of mental disorders in society that occurred during the pandemic.
Khalistan Supporters Stage Protest Outside Indian High Commission in London, Prompting Heightened Security Measures
Protests Erupt Outside Indian High Commission in London LONDON, UK – A wave of protests by Khalistan supporters has engulfed the vicinity of the Indian High Commission in London, triggering heightened security measures by British authorities. As a result, a colossal security apparatus has been erected around the High Commission premises, effectively controlling the movement […]
Businessman Commits Suicide After Bank Threats: Family Halts Protest
Relatives of Businessman Call off Protest after Police Assure of Case Registration Kottayam: In a tragic incident, the family of a businessman who took his own life following repeated threats from a local bank has decided to halt their protest in front of the bank premises upon receiving assurance from the police that a case […]
Gonzalitos blocked due to lack of water
For a few minutes, neighbors blocked traffic from south to north. They pointed out that the water they receive is not enough. Motorists suffered the situation for a few minutes. Long lines of vehicles were seen on Gonzalitos Avenue after traffic was blocked. Around 30 people attended the blockade.
