Traditional Weddings Bring Heartache
Women who wed according to traditional custom are left with few rights.
16 Nov 05
Middle East
Turkmenistan's Kazaks Protest School Closures
Repressive language laws are forcing ethnic Kazaks out of Turkmenistan.
16 Nov 05
Sandzak's Black-Market Bugle Boys
Muslims who fled Yugoslavia's Sandzak region are not returning, and little else is functioning except for factories starting once again to make 'Original' Levi's 501 jeans and other bogus brand names.
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
Snows Bring Mixed Blessings
While the heaviest accumulation in at least five years may help ease the current drought, some suffer from the inclement weather.
16 Nov 05
Seeking a Safe Haven
Having fled Iraq, Iran and Pakistan, 29 refugees are seeking sanctuary in Afghanistan.
16 Nov 05
Untangling Traffic in the Capital
A plan to restore electric bus service in Kabul may go a long way towards easing congestion and pollution.
16 Nov 05
Army Loses a Quarter of Recruits
Nearly 2,500 of those who have signed up have decided life in the military is not for them.
16 Nov 05
Ties with Iran Boosted
Tehran opens diplomatic mission in Mazar where nine Iranians were killed by Taleban forces.
16 Nov 05
Afghans Go for Gold
After an eight year absence, Afghanistan will be sending both male and female competitors to the Olympics in Athens.
16 Nov 05
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