Afghanistan
PulseAugur coverage of Afghanistan — every cluster mentioning Afghanistan across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
- 2026-06-29 regulatory Pakistan conducted airstrikes and ground operations along the Afghanistan border, resulting in civilian casualties. source
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Author Wesley Morgan on Afghanistan War's Microcosm · 1 source tracked
Wesley Morgan, author of "The Hardest Place: The American Military Adrift in Afghanistan’s Pech Valley," discusses the 25th anniversary of the War on Terrorism. Morgan, who reported from Afghanistan as a young freelance…
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9/11 terror attacks: US faces 'darkest hour' 25 years ago
Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, 2001, the United States experienced its "darkest hour" as coordinated terrorist attacks unfolded. Hijacked airplanes struck the World Trade Centre in New York City and the Pentago…
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Microsoft Research Director Discusses Tech for Social Impact
Chris White, Director of Microsoft Research's Catalyst Lab, discusses his career path that has involved applying technology to real-world problems. White's experiences include working with the Defense Advanced Research …
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Satellite operator SES deploys Wi-Fi to aid Nepal flood rescue efforts
Satellite operator SES is deploying high-speed Wi-Fi to aid rescue efforts in flood-stricken Nepal. This initiative is part of SES's broader global humanitarian projects aimed at assisting communities affected by natura…
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Measles cases surge in US and globally in 2026
Measles cases in the United States have surged to over 2,700 in 2026, marking a significant resurgence of the disease. This increase is prompting a closer look at immunity levels, potential exposure risks, and safe acce…
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Afghanistan grape exports collapse amid Pakistan border conflict
Afghanistan's grape harvest is facing significant challenges due to ongoing conflict and border closures with Pakistan. Producers in Kandahar, unable to export their fruit to their primary market, are forced to sell dom…
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Southeast Asia landmine clearers face closure amid aid shift to active war zones
Humanitarian demining organizations in Southeast Asia, particularly Cambodia, are facing severe funding shortages. International donors are redirecting aid towards active conflict zones such as Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan,…
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Trump, Carney in crunch talks to avert 50% US tariffs on Canada · 2 sources tracked
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump held urgent, high-stakes negotiations to prevent the imposition of steep 50% US tariffs on Canadian goods. The tariffs, which would affect approximately …
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Russia proposes overland oil route to India bypassing key maritime chokepoints
Russia has proposed a new overland rail route to India, aiming to bypass traditional maritime chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz and the Bosporus Strait. This initiative, floated by Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnu…
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UN-facilitated aid convoy crosses Pakistan border into Afghanistan
Over 700 trucks carrying vital humanitarian aid have successfully entered Afghanistan from Pakistan, facilitated by the United Nations. This crucial delivery aims to alleviate severe hunger affecting nearly 14 million A…
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Earliest silkworm farming evidence found in Uzbekistan predates Silk Road
Archaeological evidence suggests silkworm farming and silk production existed outside of China approximately 2,000 years before the established Silk Road trade route. Three 4,000-year-old silkworm cocoons were discovere…
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UN: 2.4 million Afghan girls banned from secondary education by Taliban
The United Nations has reported that approximately 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan are currently banned from secondary education due to the Taliban's policies. This ban, which prevents girls from studying beyond primar…
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Maldives seeks to revive stalled South Asian bloc, faces India-Pakistan deadlock
The Maldives, through its President Mohamed Muizzu, has expressed a desire to help revive the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (Saarc), which has not held meetings in 12 years. Muizzu stated that the Mal…
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Afghan man gets life sentence for deadly Munich car-ramming attack
A German court has sentenced an Afghan asylum seeker to life in prison for a car-ramming attack in Munich that resulted in the deaths of a mother and her young daughter, and injured dozens more. The court found the 25-y…
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Suicide bombing kills 14 at Pakistan anti-militant rally
A suicide bombing at an anti-militant rally in Pakistan's Swat Valley on Sunday resulted in at least 14 fatalities, including several police officers, and injured over two dozen individuals. The attack occurred in Kabal…
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China tests Central Asian land routes to bypass maritime chokepoints
China is exploring new land-based freight routes through Central Asia to reduce its reliance on maritime shipping, particularly in light of potential chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz. A pilot program has successful…
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Russia's nuclear arsenal proves ineffective in Ukraine war · 1 source tracked
The ongoing war in Ukraine has highlighted the limited practical utility of Russia's extensive nuclear arsenal. Despite threats, Russia has not deployed tactical nuclear weapons, even when facing drone and missile attac…
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Cymbiotika reaches $150M revenue with celebrity backing
Cymbiotika, a wellness brand co-founded by Durana Elmi, has achieved significant growth, reaching $150 million in annual revenue. The company, known for its innovative supplement packets, secured $25 million in seed fun…
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US-Iran conflict escalates, drawing parallels to Vietnam War
The United States has intensified strikes against Iran, leading to concerns of a prolonged conflict and drawing historical parallels to the Vietnam and Afghanistan wars. Analysts suggest these actions are testing both T…
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Russia's drone program gears up for potential NATO conflict
Russia's drone development is accelerating in preparation for a potential large-scale conflict with NATO, according to expert Samuel Bendett. The annual "Dronnitsa" event focuses on improving drone tactics and technolog…