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You’re in class, then you suddenly realise that you have gotten your period. Your body is filled with dread, and you immediately search your bag for a period product. If you realise that you forgot to restock, you quietly ask your female classmates for one, and someone hands you one, although sneakily, because period is still a huge taboo despite increasing conversations about it.

If that is the scenario you face when you have your period, then you’re one of the 5% of women receiving access to menstrual products due to financial issues or social stigmas. Even in 2025, menstruation is considered one of the biggest taboos in our society. Menstrual health education is still severely lacking amongst Bangladeshi society, whether it is among teenagers, adults or in our education system. Menstruation products are still considered a luxury in many communities rather than a necessity due to its pricing and/or availability. Many women have to miss work due to lack of access to menstrual hygiene product or the proper knowledge

On this menstrual hygiene day, let us acknowledge and unlearn that menstruation is not a taboo nor a sickness. It is a perfectly normal process for women. Many government initiatives and organisations are relentlessly working to make menstruation more accessible for all, but we still have a long way to go to create a for all.



Name: Arshiya Afsana Propa
Illusion: Rejmin Islam

Last Tuesday, Israel ended it’s ceasefire by launching a series of deadly airstrikes overnight, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians across the Gaza Strip. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed shamelessly that, “this is just the beginning”
Health officials in Gaza Strip reported that over 400 people were killed and hundreds more were injured,as of now. The air strikes resulted in significant casualties, with many victims trapped under the rubble, straining local medical facilities.
Mosab Abu Toha forged “in Gaza, Death is safer than life” Mere existence in their daily routine is a rare privilege. They are deprived of their fundamental rights as guaranteed by International law. British foreign secretary David Lammy recognized Israel’s reinstatement blockade of gaza as “breach of International law” But such words are not sufficient, they are, in fact, lies. Because countries like Britain keep providing components for the fighter jets used by Israel to employs in its bombing campaigns.
The ongoing genocide in Gaza, fueled by relentless strikes and violations of International law, underscores the urgent need for global accountability and actions. The words of world leaders are not adequate if they are not backed by meaningful changes and by pressuring on Israeli and American Government, who are complicit in perpetuating the ongoing genocide.
In closing, we can only hope that as time goes by, the people of Gaza will one day wake up to a serene and bright morning, No longer living in fear of unexpected airstrikes. As we chant in unison-
“ From River to the sea
Palestine will be free”

Written by: Sayma Rahman Payel
Graphics by: Mahfuza Amir Ela
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