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NAVIGATING NARRATIVES
A monthly newsletter on disinformation trends in Bangladesh
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March 31, 2026
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When satire becomes abuse: Gendered hate from media‑imitating Facebook pages
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What is framed as satire on Facebook has evolved into a systematic form of gendered harassment. Satirical Facebook pages mimic credible news formats to circulate sexually suggestive and defamatory content about women. Experts argue that when humor inflicts harm, silences individuals, or reinforces vulnerability, it ceases to function as satire.
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How fake news photocards are hijacking media credibility to spread political misinformation
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Fake photocards mimicking trusted Bangladeshi news outlets have emerged as a major driver of political misinformation. By replicating familiar media branding, these visuals lend false claims an appearance of credibility. Fact-checks show their rapid rise ahead of the 13th national election, where they were widely used to distort narratives, target political figures, and amplify confusion during sensitive moments.
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