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Keeping lights off: Undocumented Afghans go underground in Pakistan

Keeping lights off: Undocumented Afghans go underground in Pakistan

Some locals who are helping the Afghans arrange for food and water to be secretly smuggled into the shelter under the cover of night.
Fri Nov 10 2023
Pakistan PM says expulsion of Afghans a response to Taliban non-cooperation

Pakistan PM says expulsion of Afghans a response to Taliban non-cooperation

Tens of thousands of Afghans have had to leave the country, and authorities are rounding up many more in raids across the country.
Thu Nov 09 2023
Why is Pakistan deporting over a million undocumented Afghan immigrants?

Why is Pakistan deporting over a million undocumented Afghan immigrants?

The sudden expulsion threat came after suicide bombings this year that the govt said involved Afghans, though without providing evidence.
Fri Nov 03 2023
Pakistan-Afghanistan border crossing overwhelmed as Afghans face expulsion

Pakistan-Afghanistan border crossing overwhelmed as Afghans face expulsion

Pakistan authorities have barred media access to the border crossing since Tuesday.
Thu Nov 02 2023
Pakistan official: 104,000 undocumented Afghans returned to Afghanistan through Torkham border

Pakistan official: 104,000 undocumented Afghans returned to Afghanistan through Torkham border

Deputy Commissioner Abdul Nasir Khan said the Afghan nationals had traveled from across Pakistan to the border crossing.
Wed Nov 01 2023
Afghans return to Taliban rule as Pakistan moves to expel 1.7 million

Afghans return to Taliban rule as Pakistan moves to expel 1.7 million

Pakistan is home to over 4 million Afghan migrants and refugees, about 1.7 million of whom are undocumented, according to Islamabad.
Tue Oct 31 2023
Afghans keep close watch as some girls' schools open, then shut

Afghans keep close watch as some girls' schools open, then shut

Some girls' secondary schools in what is considered a conservative part of the country quietly reopened in recent weeks.
Thu Sep 15 2022
Democrats, Republicans sponsor bill to give thousands of Afghans path to citizenship

Democrats, Republicans sponsor bill to give thousands of Afghans path to citizenship

The bill also would expand eligibility for Special Immigration Visas beyond Afghans who worked for the US government.
Wed Aug 10 2022
Taliban to woo Afghans in exile

Taliban to woo Afghans in exile

Muhammad said those who left the country can return to their homeland and live in peace instead of foreign countries.
Thu Mar 17 2022
Biden to grant temporary deportation relief to Afghans in the United States

Biden to grant temporary deportation relief to Afghans in the United States

The grant of Temporary Protected Status will be available to 72,500 Afghans who entered on what is known as "humanitarian parole".
Thu Mar 17 2022
More Afghans going hungry, fewer jobs available - World Bank

More Afghans going hungry, fewer jobs available - World Bank

The number of people in Afghanistan who cannot afford food and other essentials has doubled since the Taliban takeover of the country.
Wed Mar 16 2022
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Malaysians allowed to special EPF withdrawal of RM10,000, UN reminds not to forget Afghans during Ukraine crisis

[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Malaysians allowed to special EPF withdrawal of RM10,000, UN reminds not to forget Afghans during Ukraine crisis

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Wed Mar 16 2022
Taliban call on Biden to reverse move to halve frozen Afghan funds

Taliban call on Biden to reverse move to halve frozen Afghan funds

The United States will free up half of the $7 billion in frozen Afghan central bank assets on U.S. soil to help Afghans struggling with a humanitarian crisis.
Tue Feb 15 2022
Single bomber carried out Kabul airport attack, US military says

Single bomber carried out Kabul airport attack, US military says

The bombing occurred as US troops were trying to help both Americans and Afghans flee in the chaotic aftermath of the Taliban's takeover.
Sat Feb 05 2022
For struggling Afghan family, the next meal is a matter of faith

For struggling Afghan family, the next meal is a matter of faith

Already vulnerable after months of severe drought and decades of war that forced many to flee homes, Afghans are entering the unknown.
Fri Dec 31 2021
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024