In a global climate of economic downturns, Jackson Heights, the commercial hub for Bangladeshis in New York, is beating the odds by thriving and expanding its economic market. more>
The family and children were loved and thought to be good people by neighbors and friends, but nothing of this good life remains. Their lives have turned into a nightmare, says Florida Immigration Coalition spokesperson, Suvash Katil. They are victims of a sort of political persecution. No one is listening to their appeal. more>
Many view the attack as another racial bias act against Muslims. There are about 600,000 Muslims who live in Michigan. more>
With a $100 million grant proposal, the “707 Special Battalion for Counter Terrorism” will be trained and later supervised by U.S. authorities. more>
On the night of June 24, 31 Bangladeshis were arrested for illegal gambling in Brooklyn, New York. When they were brought to a police station for interrogation, the Bangladeshis were even more shocked that they had been asked what mosque they go to, how many times do they pray, and whether their Imam (leader) speaks against America. more>
Commercial activities on the eve of Eid, the Muslim festival concluding the month of Ramadan, did not meet expectations and were significantly lower than last year. The downturn has provoked widespread insecurity among shop owners and salespeople. more>
Bangladeshis forging relationships with politicians, but behind the scenes. more>
Mark Stroman, 33, killed a Pakistani, an Indian, and grievously wounded a Bangladeshi in three separate incidents after September 2001. more>
More than 1,000 Bangladeshis left America with enormous frustration and dismay about life. These Bangladeshis who were subjected to special registration and increased law enforcement, were undocumented aliens here. more>