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Concerns Grow Over Rising Hate Speech in Azerbaijan’s Media and Social Networks

AZE.US Concern is increasing in Azerbaijan over the spread of aggressive language, insults and hate speech across parts of the media landscape and social...

Dental Treatment Costs Remain High in Azerbaijan, Driven by Imports and Private Care

AZE.US Dental services in Azerbaijan continue to draw public concern over affordability, particularly for procedures such as implants, braces and root canal treatment that are...

Road Deaths in Azerbaijan Fall to 689 in 2025, Official Data Show

AZE.US Road traffic accidents in Azerbaijan killed 689 people in 2025, down from 764 a year earlier, according to the State Statistics Committee, indicating a...

Private Clinics in Azerbaijan to Be Allowed to Provide Cancer Treatment Under New Law

Aze.US Azerbaijan’s parliament has approved legislative amendments allowing licensed private medical institutions to provide oncology services, a move expected to expand patient choice and improve...

“Youth Should Stay Away From LGBT and Political Opposition,” Lawyer Says

Aze.US Comments by Azerbaijani lawyer Akram Hasanov urging young people to avoid several social and political influences have sparked debate online, highlighting wider tensions around...

Baku in Traffic: Would Odd–Even Driving Limits Really Reduce Congestion?

Aze.US As congestion worsens across Azerbaijan’s capital, debate is growing over whether strict vehicle-restriction models used in major world cities could work in Baku. International...

Doctors Report Rise in Viral Infections in Azerbaijan

Aze.US Medical specialists in Azerbaijan are reporting an increase in viral respiratory infections amid cold seasonal weather, with some patients experiencing prolonged illness and recurring...

Fraudsters Impersonate Relatives and Bank Staff as Cyber Scams Spread in Azerbaijan

Aze.US Cases of phone and online fraud involving criminals posing as relatives, sellers, or bank employees are drawing renewed attention in Azerbaijan, as authorities and...

Debate Emerges in Azerbaijan After Proposal to Introduce Divorce Fines

Aze.US A singer’s suggestion to impose large financial penalties for divorce has sparked legal and social debate, with experts warning such measures could reduce marriages...

Cesarean Births Are Rising in Azerbaijan, Raising Medical Concerns

Aze.US The number of births delivered by cesarean section in Azerbaijan has been steadily increasing, prompting concern among obstetricians who emphasize that the procedure should...

Marriage Is Happening Later in Azerbaijan – and Economics Is a Key Reason

Aze.US The age of first marriage in Azerbaijan has been steadily rising, reflecting broader social and economic changes that are reshaping how young people plan...

Sports Journalist Questions Figure Skater’s Olympic Participation

Aze.US Azerbaijani sports journalist Vugar Vugarli has issued a sharp public critique of the country’s decision to send figure skater Vladimir Litvintsev to the Olympic...

Divorce Is Rising Quietly – and the Reasons Go Beyond Money

Aze.US Divorce is becoming a more visible social reality in Azerbaijan, but the forces behind it are often misunderstood. While financial pressure is frequently cited...

Valentine’s Day Dinner in Baku Reaches Up to 400 Manats per Person

Aze.US Restaurants across the capital are nearly fully booked ahead of February 14, with special menus, deposits, and entertainment programs pushing prices far above regular...

Women Aren’t Rejecting Love. They’re Rejecting Unsafe Marriage

Aze.US When loneliness feels safer than family Across many societies, including Azerbaijan, more women are choosing to stay single. This is not a rebellion against love...

Rising Aggression Among Youth Linked to Stress, Isolation, and Digital Overload

Aze.US Mental health specialists in Azerbaijan are reporting a noticeable rise in aggressive behavior, particularly among adolescents, pointing to a combination of digital immersion, emotional...

Homeowners Forced to Rent as Displaced Families Occupy Their Apartments for Decades

Aze.US Several apartment owners in Baku report that their properties have remained occupied by formerly displaced families for over three decades, while the legal owners...

Courtyards of New Buildings Turn Into Parking Lots as Residents Search for Solutions

Aze.US As new apartment complexes continue to rise across Baku, a quieter urban problem is becoming impossible to ignore: there are simply not enough parking...

School Shooting in Baku: Should Parents Be Held Responsible?

Aze.US A recent shooting at a private lyceum in Baku, where a student opened fire on a teacher, has triggered widespread public discussion across Azerbaijan....

Fake Jobs Abroad: How Azerbaijanis Are Being Left Without Their Money

Aze.US Promises of high salaries, favorable conditions, and fast document processing are increasingly appearing on social media, but many of these offers conceal sophisticated fraud...

Marriage of Convenience? How Youth Values Are Changing in Azerbaijan

Aze.US A growing share of young people in Azerbaijan now view a partner’s financial position as one of the decisive factors when considering marriage. Where emotional...

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