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Stray Animals And Public Responsibility: What Solutions Are Being Proposed In Azerbaijan

AZE.US The number of stray animals in Baku and surrounding areas remains high while shelters operate at full capacity. Experts and animal welfare advocates say...

Changing Address Without Registration Can Lead To A 30-Manat Fine

AZE.US Azerbaijani law requires residents to register their place of residence after moving. Lawyers say failing to do so within 10 days can trigger an...

Medical Tourism In Azerbaijan: How Much Do Treatment Packages Cost?

AZE.US Medical tourism is growing worldwide, and Azerbaijan is positioning itself as a regional destination for health and wellness travel. Treatment packages - especially those...

Blogger Fined In Azerbaijan Over “Immoral” Social Media Posts

AZE.US A blogger in Azerbaijan has been fined after authorities said several videos she posted on social media violated public morality standards. According to prosecutors, S....

School Buses In Baku: Cost, Safety And Traffic Remain Key Concerns

AZE.US Every morning in Baku begins with the same stressful routine: parents rushing to work and children trying to reach school on time. School bus...

Where New Bicycle Lanes Will Appear in Baku

AZE.US Authorities in Baku plan to expand the city’s bicycle infrastructure as part of a broader effort to improve urban mobility and promote alternative transportation. According...

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...

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