Reviving the Ancient Ninja Arts in Kurdistan

The martial arts of the ninja, a figure with roots in 15th century Japan, has found a unique home in the Kurdistan Region.  Originally a form of co

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The Kurdish Chess Champion
Firmesk Wirya Qaneh, a name synonymous with Kurdish chess excellence, has carved a remarkable path in the sport. Born
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Kardo Razzazi A Rise in the Swedish Spotlight
The ascent to stardom of Kurdish-Swedish actor Kardo Razzazi stands as a testament to the success story of yet another
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Gela Wesh Redefines Style and Sustainability at New York Fashion Week
Gela Wesh, born Gelawesh Sharifi, a visionary Kurdish designer from Mahabad in Eastern Kurdistan (northwestern Iran),
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The Art of Shamal Saadullah: A Journey Through Time and Memory
Shamal Saadullah’s artistic journey is a captivating exploration of time, history, and the human condition. Like a scu
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Kurdish Theatrical Expression at 1893 Chicago World’s Fair
The World’s Columbian Exposition, held in Chicago in 1893, remains a landmark event in 19th-century history. This pres
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Kurdish KOICA Staff Member Wins International Recognition
Mudhafar Yousif Hamad, Logistics Officer at the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Office in Erbil, has ac
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The Art of Adornment: A Closer Look at Kurdish Tattooing Practices
The practice of adorning the face and body with tattoos holds deep roots in Kurdish culture, echoing ancient beliefs a
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Burhan Sonmez: One Misses Their Mother Tongue
“One misses their mother tongue. We, the Kurds, are basically in exile in our homeland. Not only our land but also our
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Re-visualizing Sulaymaniyah as a Woman-Friendly City
As a young girl living in Sulaymaniyah, I loved the city. However, the feeling was not reciprocated. I believe that th
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The Mandaean Sabians: An Ancient Faith Finds a Home in Kurdistan
Along the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in southern Iraq, a religious minority cloaked in white performs ritualistic bap
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Akre’s Timeless Tribute to Newroz
The historical city of Akre, nestled in Duhok Governorate in the Kurdistan Region and revered as the epicenter of Newr
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Hanna’s Athletic Triumphs
Born in June 2004 in Oslo, the capital of Norway, Hanna Maroofi is a proud Kurdish girl with roots in Rojhelat in East
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The Path of a Mixed Martial Artist
Makwan Amirkhani, a warrior draped in the Kurdish flag, fist raised high after a grueling victory in the Ultimate Figh
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From Kermanshah to Academic Success
Faraidoun Moradi’s earliest memories are filled with the beauty of a clear sky surrounded by towering mountains and pl
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