Taleban Deny Mosque Blast Involvement
Suicide bombing of Kandahar mosque, during funeral services for cleric assassinated for supporting the government, leaves many dead.
18 Nov 05
Afghanistan
Is Afghanistan Ready for Women in Parliament?
The recent elections showed some surprising gains for women, but it is far too soon to herald a new age of sexual equality.
17 Nov 05
Karzai Seeks to Strike a Balance
The president shuns most of the country’s warlords as he announces his selections for his new cabinet.
16 Nov 05
Daughters Sold to Settle Debts
Poppy growers say the government’s anti-drug program is forcing them to surrender their children to drug dealers.
16 Nov 05
The Talk of Kabul: Women Sing on Television
The broadcast of a decade-old tape on local television has the capital discussing the appropriate role of women in the country today.
16 Nov 05
Presidential Powers Cause Concern
Some fear interim President Hamed Karzai will try to solidify his current position before a parliament is actually elected.
16 Nov 05
Afghanistan Rolls Out the Welcome Mat
Developers are rushing to provide luxury hotel accommodation for visitors to the capital.
16 Nov 05
A Way of Life Ending
The new constitution includes provisions to help the country's nomads devastated by conflict and drought.
16 Nov 05
Dangers Still Lurk on Improved Highways
While road conditions are better, security is a concern for those driving on the country’s main highways.
16 Nov 05
Enrollment of Female Voters Lagging
Despite efforts to encourage their participation, the number of women registered to vote in this summer’s election is still troublingly low.
16 Nov 05
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