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Tunisia's Crackdown on Migrant Advocates: A Closer Look

October 28, 2025

Tunisia's government has recently taken a hard stance against groups advocating for migrant rights. The Tunisian Forum for Economic and Social Rights (FTDES) was told to halt its activities for a month. This isn't an isolated case. Other organizations, like the Democratic Women group, have faced sim

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Farm to Fork: How Rural Tunisia Can Eat Better

July 28, 2025

In rural Tunisia, eating healthy is not as simple as it sounds. There are many things that affect what people can eat. A recent study looked at the food situation in these areas. It wanted to find out how to make diets better and more sustainable. The study used different methods to understand the

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Caregivers in the Crossfire: Navigating Violence in Schizophrenia Care

May 31, 2025

In Tunisia and many other countries with similar economic and cultural backgrounds, family caregivers are crucial to the mental health system. They often take on a heavy load, which can lead to a troubling cycle of violence. Both caregivers and patients with schizophrenia can experience and inflict

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Tunisia's Political Storm: Leaders Face Heavy Sentences

April 19, 2025

In Tunisia, a recent court decision has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Several high-profile figures, including opposition leaders, businesspeople, and lawyers, have been handed lengthy prison terms. The charges? Conspiracy against state security and ties to terrorism. This move has

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Tunisia's Health Decentralization: A Step Towards Equality

December 22, 2024

Over the years from 2014 to 2021, the Tunisian government had a strong desire to spread power more evenly across the country. This meant giving regional hospitals more control over their own healthcare systems. The idea was to make sure that people in all regions had fair access to healthcare servic

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Social Media Obsession: A Look at Tunisia's College Students

November 24, 2024

Ever wondered how social media affects the daily lives of college students in Tunisia? It turns out, many students are spending hours scrolling through their feeds, and this could be leading to a serious problem: social media addiction. Researchers recently took a close look at how widespread this i

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Head Lice in Tunisian Primary Schools: What We Know

November 19, 2024

Head lice are a common problem worldwide, but have you ever wondered if they're a concern in Tunisian primary schools? Until recently, no study had looked into this. Let's dive in and explore what was found. Head lice, scientifically known as Pediculus humanus capitis, are tiny parasites that can i