For orphans who have lost one or both parents in the conflict that has plagued Kashmir for decades, orphanages have long offered lifesaving food, shelter and education. But ex... Read More >
Among some ethnic groups in Nigeria, it has long been tradition to mark children after they are born. The specific pattern of cuts on the face or body identifies the child’s... Read More >
When it comes to inheritance in Africa, patriarchal systems often receive criticism from women and women’s rights advocates. But members of Cameroon’s Balue tribe say that... Read More >
The second annual Nepal Tattoo Convention took place in the nation’s capital at the end of April, signaling the rise in tattoo culture in Nepal’s urban areas. While small,... Read More >
The Talking Box, an initiative for girls in Nairobi’s Kibera slum, invites students to write down concerns that they are afraid to discuss with their teachers or parents. Educators say... Read More »
Although Zimbabwe is a mineral-rich country, mine laborers and owners say that profits aren’t enough to cover costs, leading to low or little pay and unsatisfactory working conditions. The government... Read More »
Women in business in Uganda cite growing opportunities to secure their money, from mobile banking to new ATM technology. But they still face obstacles when it comes to obtaining loans... Read More »
Kashmir’s 30-acre tulip garden has extended the region’s tourist season, drawing visitors from all over the world. Readers of Lonely Planet recently voted the region the top travel destination emerging... Read More »
The number of divorces doubled in Nepal’s capital from 2005 to 2011, according to the Kathmandu District Court. Legal professionals say one reason is increased awareness among women about their... Read More »
Live theater, once stymied by regional conflict and still considered a socially unacceptable profession, is undergoing a revival in Kashmir thanks to youth interest. Nongovernmental and governmental academies strive to... Read More »
Live theater, once stymied by regional conflict and a reputation for being a socially unacceptable profession, is undergoing a revival in Kashmir thanks to youth interest. Nongovernmental and governmental academies... Read More »
Today is International Workers’ Day. Celebrated by thousands of laborers around the globe, the day also calls attention to the shaky employment situation worldwide. A photo essay.... Read More »
Although paco, a drug derived from cocaine, has a reputation of being a lower-class drug, it has extended to affect middle-class families as well. Families of people addicted to the... Read More »
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