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Killers of Renowned Iranian Filmmaker Spared Execution After Family Grants Pardon

Afghanistan, Aug. 3 -- The killers of renowned Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui were spared execution after the victim's family granted pardon, prompting courts to impose alternative punishments unde... Read More


UN: Kabul Holds 40% of Afghanistan's Urban Population

Afghanistan, Aug. 3 -- Kabul now houses over 40% of Afghanistan's urban population, UN-Habitat reports, warning that most residents live in unsafe informal settlements vulnerable to worsening climate ... Read More


WFP Warns of Worsening Hunger in Afghanistan, Urges $539 Million Aid

Afghanistan, Aug. 3 -- Hunger in Afghanistan is worsening, with the World Food Programme (WFP) warning that it needs $539 million over the next six months to respond to the growing crisis. The agency... Read More


Mohammed Tops UK Baby Boy Names for Second Year, Olivia Leads for Girls

Afghanistan, Aug. 3 -- Mohammed was the most popular baby boy name in England and Wales for 2024, while Olivia led for girls, reflecting shifting cultural and naming trends. The latest data from the ... Read More


Afghanistan to Host Tri-Nation Cricket Series in Sharjah

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- Afghanistan will play Pakistan and the UAE in a seven-match tri-nation cricket series in Sharjah from August 29, boosting preparation for the upcoming Asia Cup. The Afghanistan... Read More


5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northeastern Afghanistan

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck northeastern Afghanistan late Friday night, rattling parts of Takhar province and nearby regions, the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre h... Read More


Could Earth Be Inside a Vast Cosmic Bubble?

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- Scientists suggest Earth and the Milky Way may sit inside a vast cosmic bubble, a finding that could help explain discrepancies in measuring the universe's expansion rate. Astr... Read More


Renowned Israeli Novelist: 'Our Occupation Has Corrupted Us; Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza'

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- Israeli writer David Grossman warned Israel's occupation has "corrupted" the nation, declaring Gaza's assault a "genocide," adding his powerful voice to growing global condemnat... Read More


UNICEF: Measles Has Killed 357 Children in Afghanistan in Six Months

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- UNICEF reports measles has killed 357 children in Afghanistan in just six months, warning over 12 million children urgently need aid amid worsening health and malnutrition crise... Read More


Trump Fires Labor Official Over Weak Jobs Data, Alleges Manipulation

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- U.S. President Donald Trump fired a senior Labor Department official after weak job data, accusing her of manipulating statistics without evidence, amid broader economic uncerta... Read More