CultureAfghanistan Refugee Women's Cricket Team Plays Matches in England
Hosted by the England and Wales Cricket Board, the team defeated Marylebone by two wickets at Wormsley stadium and met King Charles III while staying at Murray Edwards College in Cambridge.
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Iran Draws 1-1 with Egypt in World Cup After VAR Disallows Late Goal
Egypt advanced with five points while Iran on three points awaits other results to determine if it qualifies as one of the best third-placed teams. Shojae Khalilzadeh's goal in the ninety-third minute was ruled out for offside following a VAR review.
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Ashura Observed Across Afghanistan
Former President Hamid Karzai called on Afghans to foster unity and advance national progress during the observances, while the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan provided security assurances for the peaceful events.
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Afghan Fighter Jawid Basharat Joins PFL Organization
Basharat holds a 15-2 record and defeated Gianni Vazquez by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 266 on February 7. The PFL is adding 18 new fighters from 14 countries across nine weight classes.
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Lionel Messi Turns 39 While Scoring Five Goals at 2026 World Cup
Argentina secured early qualification to the knockout stage after the forward's hat-trick against Algeria and two goals against Austria brought his career World Cup total to 18.
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Deputy Minister Azizi Meets UNICEF Officials to Discuss Youth Cultural Programs
The talks addressed promoting reading habits, improving library resources and developing materials for children, with both sides pledging to strengthen ongoing joint programs in these fields.
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Dejan Djedovic Appointed Head Coach of Afghanistan National Futsal Team
The two-year deal was signed at a press conference in Kabul between federation officials and the coach. The team manager's contract was extended and five specialists from Iran, Spain, and Brazil were added to the staff.
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Ghana Holds England to Goalless Draw in 2026 World Cup
England dominated possession during the Group L encounter but could not overcome Ghana's organized defense under coach Carlos Queiroz, leaving qualification hopes open for all sides with remaining fixtures to play.
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Seven 300-year-old artifacts handed over to Sar-i-Pul culture department
The items were found in Frashqan-i-Qalan village of Sancharak district and include a small cauldron, lamp stand, candlestick, broken cauldron, plate stand, oil container and two spoon handles. Governor Mullah Ahmad Shah Din Dost and culture department head Mullah Abdul Ghaffar Haqnama praised the residents' action as important for heritage preservation.
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Afghan Buzkashi Federation Head Joins World Nomad Games Meeting by Video Link
Scheduled for Kyrgyzstan from 31 August to 6 September 2026, the games will feature Afghanistan's national team competing to display its traditional sports, cultural heritage and sporting potential.
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Islamic Emirate Commission Monitors Over 120 Signs and Billboards in Kabul
More than 120 signs and billboards were examined in the Breshna area of Kabul's fourth district, with recommendations issued on language use, placement, Islamic values and traffic safety. Commission member Syed Mahmood Wakman discussed the activities with media, shopkeepers and citizens.
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Messi Sets World Cup Goal-Scoring Record; Argentina Advances to Knockout Stage
The 39-year-old Argentine missed an early penalty but scored twice to reach 18 World Cup goals, two more than the previous record. He has scored in six consecutive tournaments and has five goals so far, making him a favorite for the Golden Boot.
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Book Evaluation Commission Holds Regular Session
Led by Mohajer Farahi, the commission granted printing approval for books aligned with Islamic and Afghan values while deciding on 2,498 copies across 53 titles and referring ten others for further review.
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Seven Historical Artifacts Discovered in Sar-e Pul and Handed Over to Information and Culture Directorate
Young locals discovered the items, including a pot, lamp, candlestick, broken small pot and ladle handle pieces, while hunting migratory birds in Farshqan Kalan village of Sancharak district.
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Eleventh Edition of Shpageza Cricket League Begins in Khost
The league will feature five teams playing a total of twenty-one matches before the final on July fourteenth. It is the first time the domestic T20 competition is being staged outside Kabul.
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Deputy Minister of Art and Culture Inquires About the Health of Professor Mohammad Asif Samim
Maulvi Atiqullah Azizi praised Professor Mohammad Asif Samim's contributions and consulted with him on cultural matters. The visit follows a similar inquiry about Professor Habibullah Rafi last week.
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Kabul Governor Meets Deputy Minister to Strengthen Cultural Cooperation
The pair reviewed plans for cultural programs and the preservation of historical sites while stressing their institutions' joint role in safeguarding national heritage.
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Paraguay eliminates Turkiye from 2026 World Cup after 1-0 win
Matias Galarza scored after 64 seconds with a 25-metre strike, and Paraguay held on despite playing with 10 men following Miguel Almiron's red card.
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Afghanistan A Loses to Sri Lanka A by 103 Runs, Misses Final
Sri Lanka A and India A advanced to the final scheduled for 31 Jawza. Afghanistan A ended the group stage with one win and three losses for two points.
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Ministry of Information and Culture Officials Visit Professor Habibullah Rafi
The group, which included several deputy ministers and directors, praised the professor's work as a researcher, historian and writer while offering support for publishing his research. They also presented gifts and placed a turban of honor on his head during the meeting.
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