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Hope For Afghan Girls In Sport

Afghan women face severe obstacles in sports under Taliban rule. Samira Asghari, one of the youngest members of the International Olympic Committee, is calling for renewed opportunities for girls in Afghanistan. She argues that real change can only happen through dialogue with the Taliban, even if that seems difficult. Asghari believes sports should begin at [...]

Education Problems In Sughd, Northern Tajikistan

The education sector in Sughd, Tajikistan, is facing many serious problems that need quick attention. During his visit, President Emomali Rahmon said that many schools in the region are in poor and unsafe condition. He explained that 54 school buildings are dangerous to use, and 32 others need major repairs before students can study there [...]

Severe Winter Weather Hits Morocco

Morocco is facing strong and unstable weather this week, with cold air bringing heavy rain, snow, and strong winds across many regions. The national weather service says the conditions will feel very wintery, especially in the mountains and high plateaus. Snow is expected in the Middle and High Atlas, Rif, and eastern high areas, with [...]

Strict Law And Quiet Life In Brunei

Brunei is a small but wealthy country where strict religious law strongly shapes daily life. It is ruled by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who has full power over the government and the law. Brunei follows a national system based on Malay culture, Islam, and loyalty to the monarchy. Over the years, the Sultan has introduced stricter [...]

Türkiye’s Unemployment Hits 20-Year Low

Türkiye’s unemployment rate dropped to 7.7% in December 2025, the lowest level in more than 20 years. About 286,000 fewer people were without work, bringing the total number of unemployed to 2.73 million. The biggest improvements were among women and young people. Women’s unemployment fell to 10.5%, while youth unemployment for ages 15–24 dropped to [...]

Arab Relief, Kurdish Fear In Northeast Syria

Recent events in northeast Syria show deep divisions between Arab and Kurdish communities. When the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) announced their withdrawal from Arab-majority cities like Raqqa and Deir Az Zor, many residents celebrated the return of Syrian government control. Some Arabs said they felt relieved after years of fear, repression, and forced conscription [...]

Tokyo Court Recognizes North Korea Abuses

A Tokyo court has ordered North Korea to pay compensation to people who were deceived into moving there decades ago. The case involves four former residents who said they were lured by a propaganda campaign that described North Korea as a “paradise on Earth.” Instead, they faced harsh living conditions, forced labor, strict controls, and [...]

Arrest Case Reveals Child Prostitution In Laos

Child prostitution in Laos is a serious crime and a violation of human rights. A recent case in Japan shows how this problem can cross borders. Japanese police arrested a man who is suspected of using false information to rent a server and run a blog linked to child prostitution in Laos. The blog reportedly [...]

Millions In Yemen At Risk Of Starvation

Yemen is facing a severe hunger crisis, with more than half of its population, around 18 million people, at risk of going hungry in early 2026. Years of war, internal conflict, and displacement have destroyed livelihoods and limited access to food, health care, and basic services. Economic collapse, unpaid salaries, inflation, and cuts in humanitarian [...]

Vietnam Leadership Set At Party Congress

Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party held its national congress to decide the country’s leadership and direction for the next five years. Nearly 1,600 delegates gathered for the carefully planned event, where key decisions are usually made in advance. At the congress, To Lam was selected to continue as party general secretary, the most powerful position in [...]

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