Sacrificed for family disputes; the story of women given in ‘Baad’
Giving women in baad — a practice aimed at settling disputes between families — remains a harmful and ongoing custom in some parts of Afghanistan.
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Youth in Samangan strive to promote reading culture
A number of youth in Samangan province say they are working to promote a culture of reading among the people, particularly the younger generation, by establishing private libraries and cultural institutions.
UNFPA: Investing in more midwives helps to save mothers’ lives
The United Nations Population Fund in Afghanistan (UNFPA), on the occasion of the International Day of the Midwife, has announced that in order to save the lives of mothers and newborns, one million more midwives need to be trained.
Widespread rainfall in Herat; hope rises for higher rainfed harvests
After several consecutive years of drought, this year’s widespread rainfall in Herat—particularly in the northern districts of the province—has brought renewed hope for increased harvests of grains and legumes. Officials from the Herat Directorate of Agriculture say that the condition of rainfed crops is relatively good, and that this year’s rainfall could mark a different season for agriculture and farmers.
Domestic violence; a threat to the lives of pregnant women and their fetuses
Doctors warn that violence against women during pregnancy has irreversible consequences. However, some women, in interviews with Salam Watandar, describe experiencing severe violence during this period—violence that has even resulted in miscarriages.
North Korea rejects U.S. cyber threat claims as “fabricated”
North Korea rejected accusations from the United States that it is a cyber threat, saying the claims are fabricated and are being used to justify Washington’s long-standing hostile policy toward Pyongyang.
Hospital for children with congenital heart defects to be built in Kabul
Shahabuddin Delawar, General President of the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS), said that a specialized hospital for children with congenital heart defects will be built in Kabul in the near future.
Taking advantage of opportunities; a key to a better future for youth
Increased self-confidence, skill development, improved educational status, financial independence, and access to better career opportunities are among the achievements that youth say they have gained by making use of available opportunities. These accomplishments demonstrate that opportunities can fundamentally transform the lives of youth and open new paths toward progress and success.
Emotional support; a religious right of women in married life
Islamic Sharia and legal experts consider emotional support one of the fundamental pillars of married life and emphasize love, respect, and kind treatment between husband and wife — a right whose violation can even provide grounds for filing for divorce. However, a number of women complain about the lack of affection and emotional understanding in their marriages, saying that the situation has placed them under psychological pressure.
Groundwater decline; farmers in Logar concerned about drought
A number of farmers in Pul-e-Alam, the capital of Logar province, as well as in several districts, told Salam Watandar that both surface and groundwater levels have declined significantly compared to previous years.
In search of learning; a story of exploring AI
My name is Mohammad Hussain Jafari, a journalism student at “Rana” University. With the growth and emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in Afghanistan’s media environment, many questions have arisen among students and youth regarding the features and functions of this technology.
UNEP: Humanity produces 2.1 billion tonnes of waste annually
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) reports that humanity produces around 2.1 billion tonnes of waste each year, while air pollution alone causes approximately 8 million premature deaths.
