A CAREFREE swim at the world鈥檚 longest sea beach should never end in tragedy. Yet for too many families visiting Cox鈥檚 Bazar, waves of joy have turned swiftly into waves of grief. A father and son drowned while enjoying the sea. A group of students lost a friend within minutes to the current. A tourist, laughing with friends, was swept away and never returned. Each of...
A 60-year-old man and his 20-year-old son were washed away while bathing in Cox鈥檚 Bazar sea beach Monday afternoon....
BANGLADESH is exceedingly proud of Cox鈥檚 Bazar, a tourist gem known for its longest uninterrupted sea beach with golden sands and turquoise waters. However, a brewing ecological and socio-economic crisis is below the surface of its attraction. A hot spot for millions of annual holidaymakers, the region is having to confront one aspect...
