Author: The Afghanistan Post

Local sources report intense fighting between Taliban forces and Pakistani border guards in the Anargi area of Ghoshta district, Nangarhar. The clash is reportedly over the construction of a post by the Taliban, with both sides using heavy weaponry. This is not the first time such confrontations have occurred in the region, but neither side has officially commented on the matter yet.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has voiced support for the demand from countries and organizations to immediately lift the Taliban’s discriminatory restrictions on women. Guterres said, “What is happening in Afghanistan compares to some of the most egregious systems of oppression in modern history.” Foreign ministers of Germany, Australia, Canada, and the Netherlands have warned that if the situation for women and girls does not improve, they will take the Taliban to the International Court of Justice.

Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, during a visit to Kunduz province, confirmed that prisoners have been killed in Taliban jails. He stated that after receiving reports, he dismissed the prison official for negligence. Reports suggest that 87 people have died from torture in Taliban intelligence prisons over the past three years. Akhundzada also warned of the risks to the Taliban’s success and expressed concern over the rising trend of prayer neglect among Taliban members.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres criticized the Taliban’s new “Amr bil Ma’ruf” law, stating that it formally excludes Afghan women from public life. During a special meeting focused on Afghan women, Guterres condemned the severe gender oppression in Afghanistan and warned that the Taliban’s restrictions must never become normalized. He praised the courage of Afghan women and called on the Taliban to lift all restrictions, reopen schools and universities for women, and allow them full participation in society.

Malala Yousafzai, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, called on Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to recognize the Taliban’s gender apartheid as a crime against humanity. During their meeting, Malala emphasized the importance of global solidarity with Afghan women and girls and said the Taliban must be held accountable. Trudeau praised Malala as an inspiration to millions around the world. Malala expressed hope that they can send a message of hope and solidarity to the women of Afghanistan.

This year, Earth will briefly have a second moon when a small asteroid begins orbiting the planet. The asteroid, named 2024 PT5, was discovered in August and will act as a mini-moon from September 29 to November 25, revolving around Earth in a horseshoe-shaped orbit. Spotted by NASA’s Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) in South Africa, the asteroid is from the Arjuna asteroid belt. Scientists from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid have tracked its path, determining that Earth’s gravitational pull will capture it for nearly two months before it returns to orbiting the sun. This isn’t the first mini-moon…

As the new academic year begins in Iran, Afghan migrant families report that their children have been denied enrollment in schools. Despite holding legal documents, schools are refusing to admit Afghan students. The Iranian government has introduced new restrictions on student enrollment, which have particularly affected Afghan migrants, making it harder for their children to access education.

The Taliban have informed media officials that live political programs can no longer be broadcast. According to the new decision, political shows must be pre-recorded and aired only after Taliban approval. Sources in Kabul report that the Taliban have imposed strict restrictions on media, forbidding critical content and mandating that all political topics be pre-approved by Taliban authorities.

Do you frequently wake up at 3 or 4 AM with a feeling of intense anxiety? You’re not alone. Many people regularly wake up at this time, and there’s a reason for it. As your body prepares for the day, it reduces melatonin (the sleep hormone) and increases cortisol (the stress hormone). If you’re dealing with stress, this cortisol spike can wake you up. Experts suggest simple techniques like focusing on your breath to redirect your mind from spiraling thoughts and help you get back to sleep.

After the iOS 18 update, iPhone users are encouraged to change five key settings to enhance their experience. These adjustments can extend battery life, improve messaging, and enhance the interface’s appearance. 1. Optimized Battery Charging: Set custom charging limits like 85% or 95% by going to Settings > Battery > Charging and toggling this feature. 2. Turn on RCS Messaging: Send high-quality images and videos to Android users with RCS Messaging. Go to Settings > Apps > Messages > RCS Messaging. 3. Change Lock Screen Shortcuts: Replace the flashlight and camera shortcuts with more practical options like music or alarm.…