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What Breaks a Fast During Ramadan? Common Questions Answered

AZE.US As the holy month of Ramadan begins, questions about what does and does not break the daily fast frequently arise among believers. Everyday activities...

32 Children Are Born Outside Marriage Each Day in Azerbaijan

AZE.US The number of children born outside officially registered marriages in Azerbaijan continues to decline, according to new data released by the Ministry of Justice. In...

Pharmacy Shortages Raise Questions About Azerbaijan’s Import-Dependent Drug Market

AZE.US Patients across Azerbaijan are increasingly hearing the same response at pharmacies: “It’s not available.” For people living with chronic illnesses - particularly asthma and other...

From March 26, Moped Riders Must Have a License

AZE.US Starting March 26, moped riders in Azerbaijan will be required to carry a valid A1 category driver’s license, along with a vehicle registration certificate...

Aesthetic Surgeries Under Closer Scrutiny: What Has Changed for Clinics and Patients

AZE.US A recent clarification by the Supreme Court of Azerbaijan is reshaping the legal landscape of aesthetic and cosmetic procedures in Azerbaijan, drawing a sharper...

Two Paths To Retirement: Accumulated Capital Or 25 Years Of Service?

AZE.US Azerbaijan’s pension system operates under a defined contribution model, where eligibility for retirement benefits depends either on accumulated pension capital or a minimum insurance...

Commercial Iftar Menus Spark Debate During Ramadan In Azerbaijan

AZE.US As Ramadan begins, restaurants across Azerbaijan have launched special “iftar menus,” offering evening meal packages for those breaking their fast. While such offerings have...

Private Kindergartens Expand Beyond Baku – But Are They Affordable In The Regions?

AZE.US Demand for private kindergartens is no longer limited to Baku. In recent years, several regional cities across Azerbaijan have seen a gradual increase in...

Can Part-Time Students in Azerbaijan Receive Military Service Deferments?

AZE.US A proposal under discussion in Azerbaijan’s parliament could extend military service deferments to students enrolled in part-time (distance) university programs. Currently, under the law “On...

23 Thousand Dollars For Pregnancy: What Risks Do Surrogate Mothers Face?

AZE.US Social media platforms in Azerbaijan have recently seen a surge in advertisements inviting women to become surrogate mothers abroad. The offers promise to “handle...

Azerbaijan To Introduce Age Restrictions For Social Media Registration

AZE.US President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has signed an executive order aimed at strengthening the protection of children from harmful content and negative influences in...

“Homosexuals Should Be Removed From Television” – Honored Journalist’s Harsh Remarks on Air

AZE.US Honored Journalist of Azerbaijan Azer Hasrat said during a live broadcast on Media Turk TV that “üzdəniraqlar” - a derogatory colloquial term referring to...

Who Can Receive a Protection Order in Azerbaijan?

AZE.US In Azerbaijan, protection orders are issued as a legal safeguard for individuals facing domestic violence. The measure is designed to restrict the actions of...

Why Azerbaijan’s Science Is Not Getting Younger

AZE.US Azerbaijan speaks the language of innovation. Officials reference digital transformation, artificial intelligence, start-ups, and smart governance. Yet inside many research institutes, a different reality...

Spouses in Azerbaijan May Seek Moral Damages From Each Other, Supreme Court Clarifies

AZE.US Spouses in Azerbaijan will be able to seek compensation for moral damages from one another if their personal rights are violated during marriage, according...

Azerbaijan Sees Decline in Newborn Numbers: Causes and Consequences

AZE.US Azerbaijan is experiencing a noticeable decline in the number of newborns, according to the latest official statistics. Data from the State Statistical Committee show that...

High Scores and a University Degree: How They May Affect Military Service in Azerbaijan

AZE.US Recent legislative changes in Azerbaijan have sparked discussion about whether young men with university degrees or high university entrance scores will receive advantages during...

Speed Limit Raised to 130 km/h on Azerbaijan’s Toll Highways

AZE.US Azerbaijan has increased the maximum speed limit on toll highways from 110 km/h to 130 km/h for certain categories of vehicles. The amendment was adopted...

Children Will Use AI for Homework? – Azerbaijan Faces an Education Crossroads

AZE.US Artificial intelligence is moving from novelty to necessity in classrooms worldwide. Azerbaijan is now weighing how far and how fast to embed AI into...

Sleeping Through Ramadan: What a Theologian Says

AZE.US As Muslims observe the holy month of Ramadan, questions often arise about daily routines during fasting hours - including whether spending most of the...

Scooters Spiraling Out of Control: Accidents on the Rise in Baku

AZE.US The rapid expansion of electric scooters in Baku is raising new safety concerns as accident numbers increase, particularly among underage riders. Originally promoted as a...

Could Use Of Harmala Be Restricted In Azerbaijan?

AZE.US Authorities in Azerbaijan have issued a public clarification regarding the use of harmala - locally known as uzerlik - amid growing discussion on social...

Azerbaijani Blogger Fined Under New Public Morality Law for Semi-Nude Social Media Videos

AZE.US An Azerbaijani court has fined a social media blogger under a recently amended administrative law addressing public morality violations online. According to local reports citing...

Inside Azerbaijan’s IVF Shadow Market: Donor Ads, Paternity Doubts and Legal Risks

AZE.US In Kazakhstan, paternity testing has become routine rather than exceptional. Local data suggest that roughly one in three tests returns a negative result, a...

Renting an Apartment: How to Avoid Hidden Safety Risks

AZE.US For many students and young professionals in Azerbaijan, renting an apartment often comes down to price and location. Proximity to universities or workplaces and...

Experts Warn of Rising Childhood Nutrition Concerns in Azerbaijan

AZE.US Health specialists say imbalanced diets and spending priorities may be affecting children’s growth and long-term well-being. Health professionals in Azerbaijan are raising concerns over childhood...

Which Jobs Artificial Intelligence Cannot Replace

AZE.US As automation reshapes labor markets worldwide, experts say professions built on empathy, ethical judgment and human responsibility remain resistant to full replacement. Artificial intelligence is...

When Empathy Fades: A Quiet Social Shift in Azerbaijan

AZE.USA Across much of the world, people are speaking more about loneliness, digital isolation, and the slow erosion of everyday empathy. Azerbaijan is not immune...

Azerbaijan’s Top Court Bans Unauthorized Monitoring of Private Messaging

AZE.US Azerbaijan’s Supreme Court has ruled that monitoring a person’s private correspondence, including messages sent via WhatsApp, without that person’s knowledge or consent is prohibited,...

Qarabag Suffers Heavy Home Defeat to Newcastle in Champions League Playoff

AZE.US Azerbaijan’s Qarabag endured a decisive 1-6 home defeat to England’s Newcastle United in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League playoff tie in...

Azerbaijan Plans Fines for E-Cigarette Use in Public Places

AZE.US Azerbaijan is preparing to introduce administrative penalties for the use and circulation of electronic cigarettes, under draft amendments currently under discussion in parliament’s committee...

University Admissions Open in Azerbaijan

AZE.US Registration for admission to universities and secondary specialized colleges in Azerbaijan will begin on February 18 and proceed in multiple online stages, according...

Experts Say Utilities Cannot Be Cut Over Building Management Fees in Azerbaijan

AZE.US Building managers and maintenance companies in Azerbaijan do not have the legal authority to disconnect gas, water or electricity over unpaid building management fees,...

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...

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