Thi Qar protestors close down government building Thi Qar protestors closed down provincial council and governorate buildings on Wednesday, expressing their anger as their 48 hour ultimatum to the government regarding electricity came to an end. News
Thi Qar's suicide crisis: 1 case every five days Thi Qar records one suicide case every five days over eight years. A phenomenon that lacks genuine government intervention. 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 Features
Iraq’s AIDS infections surpass 2000; actual numbers likely higher Iraq faces challenges with HIV/AIDS, including transmission, secrecy, treatment struggles, and stigma. There's a need for increased awareness and screenings. Nabras Aziz's story highlights the impact on families and stresses early detection and prevention. Features
Thi Qar's security leadership threatened by tribal conflicts In Thi Qar, tribal conflict threatens the state’s security apparatus, and the government’s efforts to defuse the conflict is believed by locals to be misplaced. Features
Girls in Thi Qar driven to addiction through family disintegration and study pressures Iraq faces a rising epidemic of drug addiction, particularly among youth and women, driven by societal pressures, familial breakdowns, and easy access to stimulants like Captagon and crystal methamphetamine. Features
Climate change threatens Thi Qar's heritage Climate change poses a significant threat to archaeological sites in southern Iraq, especially in Thi Qar governorate, endangering their preservation and prompting urgent conservation efforts. News
Thi Qar tribal conflicts ‘good for business’ while destroying lives Displacement from areas of tribal violence has revitalized urban markets while leaving officers dead and civilians running for their lives, even over trivial social media posts. Features