AZE.US Azerbaijan is preparing tougher penalties for crimes committed through the use of artificial intelligence, with proposed legal changes предусматривающие prison terms of up to 15 years for provocations carried out with AI tools. As reported by Vesti Baku, the issue was discussed during a plenary session of the Milli Majlis alongside several other draft … Read more
AZE.US For many families in Azerbaijan, wedding season is no longer just a time of celebration. It has become a serious monthly expense that can eat up a large share of household income. As reported by Vesti Baku, people in Baku and the regions say the cost of attending weddings and giving the traditional cash … Read more
AZE.US People in Azerbaijan are increasingly pointing to a familiar mix of pressures when asked why marriages fall apart: financial strain, jealousy, infidelity, family interference and unrealistic expectations about married life. As reported by Vesti Baku, residents speaking in a street survey said money problems remain one of the biggest triggers for conflict inside the … Read more
AZE.US In Azerbaijan, taking a wife’s surname at marriage remains an uncommon choice for men, but it is still happening every year. According to information provided by the Justice Ministry in response to a query from Report, six men took their wives’ surnames during the first three months of 2026. The ministry also said that … Read more
AZE.US Passengers in Azerbaijan who watch videos or listen to music loudly on public transport could face legal consequences in some cases, even though the behavior is not listed as a separate offense under the law. The issue has become a growing source of tension on buses and in the metro, where long commutes, traffic … Read more
AZE.US President Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory message to Azerbaijan’s Orthodox Christian community ahead of Easter, emphasizing the country’s traditions of religious tolerance and multiculturalism. According to Vesti Baku, Aliyev addressed the message to Azerbaijan’s Christian community, extending his wishes for happiness, peace, and well-being on the holy holiday. In the message, the president … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan’s wedding industry, once seen as one of the country’s most dynamic and profitable service sectors, is losing momentum. Fewer new wedding halls are being built, and many existing venues are being repurposed into shopping centers, service facilities, or smaller event spaces. The shift reflects a deeper social change: fewer young people are choosing … Read more
AZE.US Private lyceums in Baku are actively recruiting students for the new academic year, promoting admissions across social media and other platforms. To gain entry, children usually have to pass both an interview and an exam stage. Interest in such schools has been rising in recent years. In some cases, demand is so high that … Read more
AZE.US After days of heavy rain and flooding, concern is growing that water-damaged vehicles may soon begin appearing on the secondary car market in Baku. Sellers and mechanics warn that some owners may try to get rid of flood-affected cars quickly, offering them at slightly lower prices in order to attract buyers before the full … Read more
AZE.US A surge in weddings planned for April is fueling fresh activity in Azerbaijan’s jewelry market, as many couples move their ceremonies forward before the start of Muharram. The seasonal shift is having a direct effect on demand for gold, with jewelers reporting heavier customer traffic and faster sales of the most popular items. According … Read more