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Afghanistan: The Teenage Girls on Tramadol
Opioid pain medication proves popular among young female students.
30 May 18
Landmark Exhibition Celebrates Afghan Heritage
Hopes that efforts will boost fortunes of local Herati art scene.
15 Jan 18
Afghanistan: Rising Addiction Rates Among Women
Experts say a major reason is the influence of a husband or other male authority figure within the family.
12 Jan 17
Herat Businesswomen Demand State Support
Female entrepreneurs argue they could achieve much more with extra governmental assistance.
15 Nov 16
Hard Work, Low Pay for Afghan Wool Workers
Women in Herat province complain that factory owners are exploiting their vulnerabilities.
27 Mar 16
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