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The Daireh the last sound of music in Afghanistan under Taliban rule.
The performance of local songs accompanied by the rhythmic sound of the daireh (frame drum) has become an integral part of everyday life in many Afghan family gatherings. In one of…
Coinciding with World Handicrafts Day, warnings have been raised regarding the situation of women artisans in Afghanistan.
On the occasion of June 10, World Handicrafts Day, a number of women artisans in Afghanistan say that restrictions imposed by the Taliban have led to a decline in production, a shr…
The story of Bamiyan’s skiers has won the Emmy Award for best sports documentary in the United States.
The documentary Heroes of the Golden Valley, which depicts the lives of skiers in Bamiyan Province before and after the Taliban’s return to power, has won a national Emmy Award in…
In Khost, 15 Jeribs of land have been allocated for a museum dedicated to jihad-era artifacts.
In Khost Province, the Taliban’s Department of Information and Culture says that 15 jeribs of land have been allocated in the “Bairagh Tapa” area for the establishment of the provi…
American singer Taylor Swift has become the world’s wealthiest singer.
American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has been recognized as the world’s wealthiest singer in the latest assessment. Her personal net worth has now surpassed $2 billion. Swift’s…
Russian language day and Pushkin’s birth anniversary commemorated in Afghanistan and around the World.
Marking June 6, Russian Language Day and the birth anniversary of the renowned Russian poet and writer Alexander Pushkin, a series of cultural and educational events have been held…
Suspension of the production of the programs “Khanda Qand” and “Sanaf Jim” due to financial constraints.
Ali Yaqubi, writer and director of the comedy programs “Khanda Qand” and “Sanaf Jim,” has announced that production of both shows has been halted due to financial constraints and a…
Matiullah Wesa won the 2026 Freedom Prize.
Matiullah Wesa, an Afghan advocate for girls’ education and the right to learning, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Freedom Prize. The award medal was presented to him duri…
The 254th anniversary of Ahmad Shah Baba’s Death: how did the founder of greater Afghanistan die?
The 3th of June, marks the 254th anniversary of the death of Ahmad Shah Baba, the great ruler of Afghanistan and the founder of the Durrani Empire. Historical accounts indicate tha…
During the Eid al-Adha holidays, around four million tourists traveled to recreational areas.
The Taliban’s Ministry of Information and Culture has said that during the Eid al-Adha holidays, nearly “four million” domestic and foreign tourists traveled to various recreationa…