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Kyrgyz School Death Highlights Bullying Scourge
Adolescents run extortion rackets and intimidate younger schoolmates.
In Tougher Expat Job Market, Tajikistan Must Upgrade Workforce Skills
Low-skilled workers from Central Asia are often the first to be laid off.
Tajiks Worry About Russian Slump
Fewer jobs and a worsening exchange rate hits households supported by expats in Russia.
Cuba's Teacher Shortage
Thousands brought out of retirement to try to fill staffing gaps.
Afghan Women Demand Respect, Rights and Jobs
Forced marriage, domestic violence and economic hardship all require more effective action.
Syria: The Boy Who Died Feeding His Cat
"Some people say we have grown accustomed to death, but that is not true."
Syria: My Son's Unknown Fate
A mother searches for her son, who she believes is in a government prison.
Azerbaijan: Campaign Against Meydan TV Continues
“First they destroyed opposition-leaning and independent media inside the country, and then they shifted to the international media."
Harsh Words for Afghan Unity Government
Kabul leadership criticised for failing to deliver on election promises.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.