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Polly Bevan-Bowhay

Aug 19, 20214 min read

20 years ago, Saira Shah smuggled herself into the Taliban's country to tell the story of women

Saira Shah is a journalist and filmmaker whose works include "Beneath the Veil" and "The Storyteller's Daughter." She now works with the...

Polly Bevan-Bowhay

Jul 10, 20212 min read

Central Europe worried about possible migrant rush from Afghan conflict

The Taliban offensive started in early May as the US and NATO began the final troop withdrawal following a 20-year occupation. Central...

The Thatch

Apr 15, 20215 min read

Biden’s Withdrawal Plan Sets the Clock Ticking in Afghanistan

With troops to depart on Sept. 11, the next five months are critical for any chance of peace. U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to...

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