Kurdistan Region boosts civil defense amid fires Recent devastating fires in Kurdistan and other Iraqi provinces underscore the urgent need for enhanced fire safety measures, including training, enforcement of regulations, and the establishment of public safety colleges May. 02, 2024 Features
Iraq's children in crisis Child labor is a pressing issue in Iraq, exacerbated by economic challenges, insufficient social services, and legislative gaps, demanding urgent government action and comprehensive policy interventions. May. 01, 2024 Features
Iraq's ‘Development Road’ amid global trade projects Iraq's "Development Road" aims to connect Asia and Europe but faces challenges including competition from alternative routes, security risks, and the need for international cooperation. Apr. 30, 2024 Features
Iraqi parliament shackles LGBT+ community The Iraqi parliament on Saturday voted on a controversial anti-LGBT+ law, a move denounced by members of the LGBT+ community, the international community, and activists. Apr. 28, 2024 Features
Extravagance or waste; Unraveling the culture of food waste in Iraq Iraq addresses its food waste dilemma with cultural sensitivity, legislative measures, and community-driven recycling, aiming to reduce its annual five million ton waste. Apr. 26, 2024 Features
Brushstrokes of resilience: Yazidi artist defies trauma The 28-year-old Badal uses his brush to document the Yazidis' plight and his own forced journey. His brushstrokes became a powerful resistance, transforming suffering into a poignant testament to resilience. Apr. 23, 2024 Features
The Anbar Desert: A hub for drug smuggling Anbar province in Iraq faces a growing crisis of drug trafficking and addiction among its youth, prompting urgent calls for government intervention, including law enforcement measures and the expansion of rehabilitation and educational initiatives. Apr. 22, 2024 Features
Social stigma: A challenge for psychiatrists in Thi Qar Challenges faced by psychiatrists in Thi Qar: Societal stigma hinders treatment for mental disorders and addiction Apr. 19, 2024 Features
Iraqis turn to real estate amid banking trust issues Iraqi investors flock to real estate amid banking sector distrust, prioritizing land and property for financial security amidst militia influence. Apr. 14, 2024 Features
Features Iraqi Law on ‘prostitution and sexual deviance’; religious crusade or political maneuver by religious parties