Enjoying Multicultural Almaty
Kazakstan’s former capital has become a magnet for ambitious young Central Asians, attracted not just by opportunities but also by welcoming environment.
14 Mar 12
Civil society
Fire-Damaged Tbilisi Church in Ownership Row
Armenians want to reclaim church premises where they once worshipped in Georgia.
16 Feb 12
Azeri Oil Wealth Doesn't Spread to Workers
Many families still live in cramped conditions in hostel accommodation.
6 Feb 12
Gay Parade Controversy in Azerbaijan
Proposal for march ahead of Eurovision contest meets strong opposition.
3 Feb 12
Georgia: High Prices Limit Freedom of Information
Journalists say cost of accessing documentation hampers their ability to conduct investigations.
23 Dec 10
Murder Puts Pressure on Armenia's Minority Faiths
Alleged killer’s reported links with Jehovah’s Witnesses heightens distrust of new religions.
20 Dec 10
Iraqi Activists Hailed in Wake of Honour Killing Case
Kurdish women activists campaigned for extradition to London of two men involved in the killing of their cousin.
19 Nov 10
Iraq's Dwindling NGO Sector
Most organisations set up after 2003 have ceased to operate, blaming lack of funding and support.
6 Sep 10
Syrian Store Tries to Keep Traditional Music Alive
Battling against the tide of modernisation, Mohamad al-Masri has been trying to save the recordings from the golden age of Arabic music.
19 Mar 10
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