Pakistan

Khost in Turmoil

Local warlord Pacha Khan Zadran appears to have fallen out with just about everyone.

3 Mar 05

The government feels powerless to stop unscrupulous traders from selling cheap imported remedies to the poor and sick.

3 Mar 05

A shortage of trained physicians leads to many unqualified individuals offering medical treatment, often with disastrous results.

3 Mar 05

After missing the 2000 games entirely, Afghanistan has produced a squad that includes women for the first time.

3 Mar 05

The sudden closure of camps along the Pakistan-Afghan border drove thousands into a danger region beyond the reach of relief agencies.

3 Mar 05

People are flocking to a bizarre new shrine north of Kabul after reports of miracle cures.

3 Mar 05

Kabulis try to circumvent government bid to take the spice out of Indian movies broadcast on Afghan television.

3 Mar 05

Residents of the Afghan capital are living with the constant threat of explosives and car bombs.

3 Mar 05

One of Afghanistan’s most popular former exports is making a remarkable comeback.

3 Mar 05

Hundreds of returning Afghan refugees are going straight back to Pakistan in an attempt to pick up extra cash handouts.

3 Mar 05

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