For a new generation of Marines, 9/11 is history
For many Americans, 9/11 is now simply a date to mark, much like December 7th and the Pearl Harbor attacks. Even the military war colleges are moving on.
Afghanistan
He demanded higher ed for Afghan girls. He was jailed. Angelina Jolie targets his case
It's been 5 months since Matiullah Wesa, an activist who urged an end to Taliban bans on girls' education, was arrested. Media attention has faded. Now Angelina Jolie is making a plea in his behalf.
Opinion: The Taliban is cracking down on music, and joy
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on two years since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan, including the recent burning of musical instruments and equipment.
They fought alongside the U.S. — now this female Afghan military platoon is in limbo
After the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, members of the Female Tactical Platoon came to America under a temporary humanitarian program. Many are now in immigration limbo.
Heavy flooding in Afghanistan has killed at least 12 people and left dozens missing
Government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said Sunday that around 40 people are missing after the flash flooding late Saturday night in the Jalrez district of Maidan Wardak province, west of Kabul.
'I am crying at my salon': Taliban orders Kabul beauty parlors to shut down
All beauty salons in Kabul must close by the end of July. These businesses are one of the few places where women can work and congregate under the Taliban regime.
The Taliban say they are outlawing women's beauty salons in Afghanistan
The announcement is the latest curb on the rights and freedoms of Afghan women and girls, following edicts barring them from education, public spaces and most forms of employment.
Charities say Taliban intimidation diverts aid to Taliban members and causes
Aid workers in Afghanistan claim the Taliban is using threats and violence to control the way aid is distributed at a time when aid is more critical than ever.
Remembering David Gilkey: His NPR buddies share stories about their favorite pictures
It is the 7th anniversary of the death of NPR photographer David GIlkey, who was killed by a grenade attack while on assignment in Afghanistan. His colleagues talk about his life and work.
A pop-up restaurant in Kabul is run by women for women. The Taliban is watching
This start-up aims to provide both food and economic opportunity to Afghan women. But success means first overcoming economic crises, cultural taboos and Taliban interference.