Female Politicians Fear Exclusion
Women who hold seats in parliament worry they will be passed by when posts in the new cabinet are allocated.
22 May 06
Middle East
Civil Servants Short-Changed
Authorities in Iraqi Kurdistan dump worthless currency on public sector employees.
22 May 06
Back to School for Afghan Turkmen?
The first-ever ethnic Turkmen education minister takes steps to get his people to go to school.
18 May 06
Conspiracy of Silence Over HIV/AIDS
Health officials fear HIV may be spreading rapidly, but ignorance and denial cloud the issue.
18 May 06
Sunni Group Forces Boycott of Iranian Goods
Under threat of reprisals, shop owners in central Iraq are no longer selling Iranian products.
17 May 06
In "Turkmen Street"
Turn a corner in Istanbul’s famous Grand Bazaar, and you might imagine you are suddenly somewhere in Central Asia. This small part of the sprawling covered market is known as “Turkmen Street”. Here you will hear the Turkmen language spoken as often as Tur
16 May 06
Film Festival Shows a Different Iraq
London documentary screenings focus on culture as well as the struggle of daily life in Iraq.
11 May 06
Political Representation Key Issue for Women
Women’s rights activists vow to fight for stronger political role.
5 May 06
A Dangerous Occupation
Kidnapping, murder and arrest are the price of doing business in the most dangerous country in the world to practice journalism.
5 May 06
Blind Seek Dignity Through Education
Visually impaired Kurds face discrimination, but many are determined to learn despite the obstacles.
5 May 06
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