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PHOTOS: See inside the historic markets of Baghdad
Traditional Iraqi goods are at home on offer among modern stationary and arts and crafts supplies. Souq Al-Saray, situated in Old Baghdad in a narrow street surrounded by brick domes at the end of Al-Mutanabbi Street, is one of the oldest and most famous markets in Iraq. The busy market,…
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QS: Iraq one of world’s fastest-growing research hubs
One of the world’s highest regarded university rankings bodies, QS, in an interview with the Iraq International News Agency, the topic of Iraq’s progress in the university sphere was discussed with Dr Shadi Hijazi. Iraq is one of the fastest growing research hubs in the world by some margin. Between…
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From England to Iraq by train
United Kingdom based tour agency Lupine Travel which offers “once in a lifetime experiences in unique and hard to reach destinations” is to hold a “Wigan to Iraq” train trip to take place in September of this year. The Iraq International News Agency spoke with agency founder Dylan Harris about…
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British Lord visits Iraq to strengthen UK-Iraq relations
Following his visit to Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region, Lord Tariq Ahmad, welcomed the UK and Iraq’s commitment to working together on shared challenges such as climate change, security, human rights and freedom of religion and belief. During his visit he met President Mr Abdul Latif Rashid, Prime Minister Mohammad…
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Times University Rankings: Iraq’s “very positive growth” on prestigious list
In an interview with this agency, Phil Baty, Times Higher Education’s Chief Global Affairs officer spoke about the growth of Iraq’s universities. What trends in regards to Iraq’s universities has The Times University rankings noticed? University of Babylon was recently included for the first time in your rankings. Do you expect…
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Foreign fashion and diverse tastes on display in Baghdad Mall
As Iraq’s development continues, as does its internationalisation and the diversification of available goods and services. In Baghdad, the Baghdad Mall is a prime expample of such development. A mighty building featuring a multi-storey glass front, the mall is home to countless retailers, an arcade, food hall and cinema. The mall serves…
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Babylon’s new Al-Zaki Hospital nears completion
Babylon’s Engineering Projects Department announced the resumption of work related to the Al-Zaki Hospital project in Babylon Governorate, where its construction nears the final stages. The hospital is built on an area of approximately 16 thousand square meters, divided into two parts, the first is the main building of…
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Baghdad: Saj Alreef’s shawarma remains a hit after 20 years in Iraq’s capital
Published: 27th February 2022
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