The outlawed TTP had also staked its claim for attacks on Pakistan's security forces, as well on Chinese personnel, apart from fragmenting the society on sectarian and parochial lines. While the ...

Beside imposing severe rules on women, new laws require men to grow fist-length beards and bar them from imitating non-Muslims in appearance or behavior.

Disputes over national anthems and flags often reflect deeper political tensions.

Freshta Zary is one of eight Afghan refugees launching businesses in the St. Louis region with the help of a $15,000 grant ...