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The Tears of Mount Sinjar
The Tears of Mount Sinjar by Homeira Soufi is fiction inspired by real events. It is the story of Agrin, a young Kurdish Yezidi woman from the Sinjar District, whose family and thousands of others w
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Kurdistan: The Cradle of Mankind
I just completed two months of lecture tours in southern Iraq with three groups of intrepid travelers from the United States as my guests. We had a wonderful time visiting some of the most important
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AUK Alumni: Shaping Minds, Inspiring Success
As the American University of Kurdistan (AUK) approaches its tenth anniversary, it is not just a milestone to celebrate; it is a moment to reflect on the significant impact of the institution on the
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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 combat employed by Japanese clans, the techniques of
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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 in 1965 in Langa Deh village near Sulaymaniyah, Firmesk’s life is interwoven wit
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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 Kurdish refugee. Born in Uppsala, Sweden, in 1985, Kardo emerged into the world
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