Fire at Heathrow disrupts flight schedules around the world
MONITORING (SW) – Britain’s Heathrow Airport said it would be closed all of Friday after a huge fire at a nearby electrical substation wiped out
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Confusing gynecological issues with appendicitis could cause infertility, warn doctors
KABUL (SW) – Doctors in Kabul warn that appendicitis in women can have serious consequences, and in many cases, misdiagnosis can lead to infertility. They
Green tea farming in Khost: A new venture for economic growth
A young farmer from the Tani district, Rahmat Wali, has embarked on an innovative venture by introducing green tea plants from India and cultivating them in the district for the first time. This marks a new chapter for Khost’s agricultural landscape, as Rahmat Wali seeks to diversify crops and contribute to the region’s economic growth.
MoMP discusses investment and collaboration with Uzbekistan delegation
The discussions centered on enhancing investment opportunities and fostering collaboration in Afghanistan’s mining sector, with a focus on joint projects in exploration, extraction, and processing of mineral resources.
Defying disability: A young girl’s battle to overcome limitations
In a remote village in the first district of Kohistan, located in Afghanistan’s Kapisa province, lives a remarkable young girl named Zahra. At 19, Zahra, who shares her home with a family of eight, has defied the odds to pursue her passion for painting.
Protests erupt in Turkey after the arrest of Erdogan’s rival politician
MONITORING (SW) – Protests have erupted in Turkey after authorities detained the mayor of Istanbul, just days before he was due to be selected as
Wild bees revolutionize honey production in Panjshir
For four years, Abdul Rahim had tirelessly pursued his dream of harvesting honey from wild bees. After much effort, his persistence paid off, and now
Unqualified staff in Logar pharmacies pose health risks, say locals
POL-E-ALAM (SW) – Residents of Logar province, Afghanistan, have raised concerns over the presence of “unqualified” individuals working in pharmacies, putting the health and safety
Israel warns of escalation as airstrikes kill 400+ in Gaza after two-month truce
Israeli airstrikes pounded Gaza and killed more than 400 people on Tuesday, Palestinian health authorities said, shattering nearly two months of relative calm since a ceasefire began, as Israel warned the onslaught was “just the beginning.”
Stigma and lack of support deter youths from seeking help for mental health
Salam Watandar has conducted interviews with 30 young individuals in Afghanistan suffering from mental health issues to examine their access to related services.
Putin agrees to 30-day halt in attacks on Ukraine energy targets, rejects full ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to halt attacks on energy infrastructure targets in Ukraine for 30 days after a phone call with US President Donald Trump.
Afghan journalists up against significant obstacles
KABUL (SW) – Journalists in Afghanistan continue to face significant obstacles in their work, grappling with economic hardships and limited access to information. On Monday,
