High Flying Women
The country’s national carrier recruits new crop of stewardesses in an effort to attract international customers.
3 Mar 05
Middle East
Afghans Speak Out on US Vote
Many say they support President Bush because he led to the ouster of the Taleban, but other hope John Kerry might bring about a review of US policies.
2 Mar 05
Kabulis' Self-Imposed Curfew
Residents of the capital and its suburbs are now allowed to wander freely at night - but most are too scared to.
2 Mar 05
Rug Industry Floored By Imports
A flood of cheap Iranian-made carpets is putting many poor Afghan craftsmen out of business.
2 Mar 05
Minister Scorns NGOs' Work
Planning minister says most domestic and international aid organisations are more interested in their own well-being than in aiding Afghans.
2 Mar 05
Iran Visas Come at a High Price
Many people seeking permission to travel to the neighbouring country say they’re pressured into buying expensive tickets on an Iranian airline.
2 Mar 05
Three UN Hostages Released
Few details on how the three were freed – and no one really knows who the kidnappers were.
2 Mar 05
Prison Probe Exposes Abuses
Local commanders in Afghan provinces are pressuring judges to imprison people on trumped-up charges.
2 Mar 05
Carpet Industry Looks to Revival
Rug weavers and merchants display their wares at northern fair, but admit they have some way to go to recover market position at home and abroad.
2 Mar 05
Old Faces for Karzai's New Cabinet?
Some observers worry that the newly-elected president will include former regional commanders in his new government.
2 Mar 05
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