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Rewan Radio: A Voice for the Kurds
The sound of my mother’s voice urging me to “press that button and turn the radio on” is a key memory from my childhood. Back then, in the absence of the internet and social media, Radio Rewan was o
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Assyrian Language in 'Voice of Iraqi Kurdistan'
In light of the changing times and advancements in technology in the 1960s, General Mustafa Barzani, leader of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Kurdistan liberation movement, recognized
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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