Video: Herat cotton’s market drops significantly
A number of cotton sellers and farmers in Herat said that the market for their product has fallen significantly over the past two years due to fall in people's economy.
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Video: Exhibition in US supports women in Afghanistan
An exhibition was held in Virginia, Afghanistan, in which artists vowed their support to women in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan: Over 300 teachers being hired in Zabul schools
A number of teachers in Zabul said the province needs at least 900 more teachers to address the needs of its schools.
Women
Afghanistan: Young women in Herat turn to vocational training as ban on education continues
For many girls, art classes have become their last resort to occupy their time due to the lack of educational opportunities
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Ayam: Pentagon’s comment on Afghanistan discussed
In this program, host Hasiba Atakpal discusses recent comments by the US Defense Department about the threats emanating from terrorist groups in Afghanistan.
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Mawj: Women, girls’ rights in Afghanistan discussed
In this program, host Nazia Hashimyar discusses women and girls' rights in Afghanistan with Sonia Mangal, a women's rights activist.
Afghanistan
Who is Mawlawi Kabir, Taliban’s new acting chief minister?
Newly appointed Taliban chief minister was a close aide to the Taliban’s founder Mullah Omar and held various positions in the Taliban regime in the 1990s
World
US lawmakers, Biden aides invoke China competition in debt fight
Republicans argue that current spending levels are unsustainable, threatening long-term economic health if deficits are not pared back.
Business
Herat woman creates hundreds of jobs for girls deprived of schooling
Jami says she invested about $50,000 in a firm that produces carpets, foods and clothes and tries to give local girls and women hope
South Asia
Pakistan to try Khan’s ‘violent supporters’ under army laws
The decision was made at a meeting of the National Security Committee, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.