Breaking barriers: The life and legacy of Bahiya Hamid Beg Jaf
In a time when girls in Kurdish society were often denied formal education, Bahiya Hamid Beg Jaf stood as a bold exception—a pioneer who broke...
Category : Art & Culture
A poet in love: The enduring legend of Wali Dewana
In the rich and emotional landscape of Kurdish literature, few names carry as much heart and legend as Wali Dewana. Known not only for his...
Ancient graves and cemeteries hidden in the heart of Erbil’s bazaar
In the lively heart of Erbil’s ancient bazaar, where the sounds of merchants and shoppers fill the air, lie silent witnesses to centuries gone by—graves...
Astonishing archaeological finds at Metrab hill in Erbil plain
Metrab Hill, located about 30 kilometers south of Erbil city on the Erbil plain, is revealing a fascinating glimpse into humanity’s distant past. Identified in...
A lifetime of preserving history: Halabja man’s home museum
For fifty years, citizen Tahir Ali Abdulrahim has quietly preserved the history of Kurdish life and culture through a vast personal collection of antiquities housed...
Samira Karzan revives a beloved Kurdish hit with fresh energy
Kurdish female artist Samira Karzan has recently captured the hearts of Kurdish youth once again by remaking a popular song originally performed by artist Zakaria...
Sulaymaniyah film festival gears up for fifth edition
Preparations are underway for the fifth edition of the Sulaymaniyah International Film Festival, scheduled to take place this October. The festival has become a shining...
A powerful song uniting artist from all four parts of Kurdistan
In a rare and heartfelt artistic collaboration, a group of Kurdish musicians and singers from all four parts of Kurdistan have joined forces to produce...
Kurdish filmmaker wins top director award in Milan
A proud moment for Kurdish cinema unfolded in Milan, Italy, where filmmaker Rakat Hama Tofiq was honored with the Best Director award at the prestigious...
Art as a common language
In the heart of Van, a city nestled in Northern Kurdistan, renowned Kurdish artist Ferhad Goçer brought together thousands for one of the largest concerts...