Clerics Campaign Against TV Soaps
Mullahs grumble about “un-Afghan” foreign TV series, while the rest of the population is glued to the screen.
31 Jan 08
Afghanistan
When Pakistan Sneezes, Afghanistan Catches a Cold
As the death of Benazir Bhutto demonstrates, Pakistan and Afghanistan are joined together by more than geography.
24 Jan 08
Afghan Reporter Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy
A young journalist in the north of Afghanistan faces the death penalty in what observers say is a well-orchestrated campaign of intimidation against the media.
23 Jan 08
Illegal Money Market Subverting Afghan Economy
Pakistani rupees are more common than afghanis in Helmand.
22 Jan 08
Polio Vaccination Works With Taleban's Help
The militants insist they will not let other humanitarian workers into the districts they control.
21 Jan 08
Afghanistan: Nov '07
Musa Qala special report provided only genuine reporting from the town since it was taken by the Taleban in February.
19 Dec 07
Koran Translation Provokes Controversy
Demonstrators call for the death of those behind a new, unorthodox translation of the Koran.
9 Dec 07
Police Target Journalists After Taleban Trip
Team of journalists from Helmand harassed by local police following visit to Taleban-held town.
6 Dec 07
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