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Arab News
30-04-2025
- General
- Arab News
Droughts in Iraq endanger buffalo, and farmers' livelihoods
'People have left ... We are a small number of houses remaining,' said farmer Sabah IsmailBuffalo have been farmed for centuries in Iraq for their milk DHI QAR, Iraq: Iraq's buffalo population has more than halved in a decade as the country's two main rivers, the Tigris and Euphrates, suffer severe droughts that endanger the livelihood of many farmers and breeders.'People have left ... We are a small number of houses remaining,' said farmer Sabah Ismail, 38, who rears buffalo in the southern province of Dhi Qar.'The situation is difficult ... I had 120 to 130 buffalo; now I only have 50 to 60. Some died, and we sold some because of the drought,' said Ismail while tending his have been farmed for centuries in Iraq for their milk, and are mentioned in ancient Sumerian inscriptions from the to Iraqi marshland experts, the root causes of the water crisis driving farmers out of the countryside are climate change, upstream damming in Turkiye and Iran, outdated domestic irrigation techniques and a lack of long-term management country has also endured decades of warfare, from conflict with Iran in the 1980s, through two Gulf Wars to the recent rise and fall of the Daesh within the cultivable lands known as the Fertile Crescent that have been farmed for millennia, the Iraqi landscape has suffered from upstream damming of the Tigris and Euphrates and lower rainfall, threatening the lifestyle of farmers like Ismail and leading many to move to the marshland expert Jassim Assadi told Reuters that the number of buffalo in Iraq had fallen since 2015 from 150,000 to fewer than 65, decline is 'mostly due to natural reasons: the lack of needed green pastures, pollution, illness ... and also farmers refraining from farming buffalos due to scarcity of income,' Assadi said.A drastic decline in crop production and a rise in fodder prices have also left farmers struggling to feed their difficulty of maintaining a livelihood in Iraq's drought-stricken rural areas has contributed to growing migration toward the country's already-choked urban centers.'This coming summer, God only knows, the mortality rate may reach half,' said Abdul Hussain Sbaih, 39, an Iraqi buffalo breeder.
Zawya
30-04-2025
- General
- Zawya
Droughts in Iraq endanger buffalo, and farmers' livelihoods
Iraq's buffalo population has more than halved in a decade as the country's two main rivers, the Tigris and Euphrates, suffer severe droughts that endanger the livelihood of many farmers and breeders. "People have left ... We are a small number of houses remaining," said farmer Sabah Ismail, 38, who rears buffalo in the southern province of Dhi Qar. "The situation is difficult ... I had 120 to 130 buffalo; now I only have 50 to 60. Some died, and we sold some because of the drought," said Ismail while tending his herd. Buffalo have been farmed for centuries in Iraq for their milk, and are mentioned in ancient Sumerian inscriptions from the region. According to Iraqi marshland experts, the root causes of the water crisis driving farmers out of the countryside are climate change, upstream damming in Turkey and Iran, outdated domestic irrigation techniques and a lack of long-term management plans. The country has also endured decades of warfare, from conflict with Iran in the 1980s, through two Gulf Wars to the recent rise and fall of the Islamic State group. Located within the cultivable lands known as the Fertile Crescent that have been farmed for millennia, the Iraqi landscape has suffered from upstream damming of the Tigris and Euphrates and lower rainfall, threatening the lifestyle of farmers like Ismail and leading many to move to the cities. Iraqi marshland expert Jassim al-Assadi told Reuters that the number of buffalo in Iraq had fallen since 2015 from 150,000 to fewer than 65,000. The decline is "mostly due to natural reasons: the lack of needed green pastures, pollution, illness ... and also farmers refraining from farming buffalos due to scarcity of income," al-Assadi said. A drastic decline in crop production and a rise in fodder prices have also left farmers struggling to feed their animals. The difficulty of maintaining a livelihood in Iraq's drought-stricken rural areas has contributed to growing migration towards the country's already-choked urban centres. "This coming summer, God only knows, the mortality rate may reach half," said Abdul Hussain Sbaih, 39, an Iraqi buffalo breeder.
Reuters
30-04-2025
- General
- Reuters
Droughts in Iraq endanger buffalo, and farmers' livelihoods
DHI QAR, Iraq, April 30 (Reuters) - Iraq's buffalo population has more than halved in a decade as the country's two main rivers, the Tigris and Euphrates, suffer severe droughts that endanger the livelihood of many farmers and breeders. "People have left ... We are a small number of houses remaining," said farmer Sabah Ismail, 38, who rears buffalo in the southern province of Dhi Qar. Make sense of the latest ESG trends affecting companies and governments with the Reuters Sustainable Switch newsletter. Sign up here. "The situation is difficult ... I had 120 to 130 buffalo; now I only have 50 to 60. Some died, and we sold some because of the drought," said Ismail while tending his herd. Buffalo have been farmed for centuries in Iraq for their milk, and are mentioned in ancient Sumerian inscriptions from the region. According to Iraqi marshland experts, the root causes of the water crisis driving farmers out of the countryside are climate change, upstream damming in Turkey and Iran, outdated domestic irrigation techniques and a lack of long-term management plans. The country has also endured decades of warfare, from conflict with Iran in the 1980s, through two Gulf Wars to the recent rise and fall of the Islamic State group. Located within the cultivable lands known as the Fertile Crescent that have been farmed for millennia, the Iraqi landscape has suffered from upstream damming of the Tigris and Euphrates and lower rainfall, threatening the lifestyle of farmers like Ismail and leading many to move to the cities. Iraqi marshland expert Jassim al-Assadi told Reuters that the number of buffalo in Iraq had fallen since 2015 from 150,000 to fewer than 65,000. The decline is "mostly due to natural reasons: the lack of needed green pastures, pollution, illness ... and also farmers refraining from farming buffalos due to scarcity of income," al-Assadi said. A drastic decline in crop production and a rise in fodder prices have also left farmers struggling to feed their animals. "This coming summer, God only knows, the mortality rate may reach half," said Abdul Hussain Sbaih, 39, an Iraqi buffalo breeder.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rev. James C. Reynolds, Youngstown, Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – A man of unwavering faith, musical legacy, military distinction, and civic dedication, Dr. James C. Reynolds entered eternal rest on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the age of 86. A beloved husband, father, pastor, veteran, and music legend, his life was a testament to service, excellence, and the transformative power of faith and purpose. Born to humble beginnings in Atmore, Alabama, James began life working the fields as the son of sharecroppers. His voice and vision would carry him far beyond those fields—from sharing the gospel in Youngstown, Ohio, to performing on iconic stages like the Apollo Theater, and mentoring generations from his pulpit at Early Morning Church of God in Christ. Find obituaries from your high school Scholar, Servent, Soldier, Shepherd: Dr. Reynolds earned his Associate Degree from Youngstown State University, followed by a Doctor of Divinity from Moody Bible Institute. He served faithfully in the United States Air Force Reserves for 37 years, retiring as Senior Master Sergeant, and later as a Chaplain during the Vietnam and Gulf Wars. His honors included the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, and Legion of Merit. A Voice That Echoed in History: As a founding and last living member of The Edsels, Dr. Reynolds helped pioneer the Doo-Wop genre. Their timeless hit 'Rama Lama Doing Dong' rose to the top of the Billboard charts, and the group performed on legendary programs such as American Bandstand and The Ed Sullivan Show. The Edsels would influence music greats like The Temptations and The Supremes, cementing Dr. Reynolds' place in American music history. Faithful Until the End: In 1972, Dr. Reynolds founded Early Morning Church of God in Christ, creating a spiritual haven where music, youth outreach, and community empowerment thrived. With his wife of 63 years, State Church Mother Louise Reynolds, he mentored countless ministers, musicians and leaders. His five sons formed The Reynolds Brothers, a nationally known gospel group born from their father's vision. Legacy of Leadership and Love: He is survived by his beloved wife, Louise, his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a spiritual family that spans generations. Dr. Reynolds' leadership produced lawyers, doctors, musicians, educators, and servicemen – a living legacy that echoes through his church, city, and country. Arrangements are being handled by the L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rev. James C. Reynolds, please visit our floral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
BBC News
13-04-2025
- General
- BBC News
Kate Adie collection curated at Sunderland University
An archive featuring notebooks and pictures belonging to journalist and author Katie Adie has been curated in her former BBC reporter, described as a "trailblazer" in the world of journalism, grew up in Sunderland and covered a raft of major events, including the 1980 Iranian Embassy siege and the 1989 student uprising in Tiananmen bomb fragments and a chunk of the Berlin Wall are part of the special collection at the University of Sunderland, which will be taken out into the who donated more than 2,000 items to preserve a record of her professional career, said it was a "privilege to be a reporter because you poke your nose in". Adie began her career working in local radio at BBC Radio Durham and then BBC Radio Bristol, before moving into she became chief news correspondent for the BBC in 1989, holding the post for 14 years and reported from conflicts including both Gulf Wars and war in the currently presents From Our Own Correspondent on BBC Radio 4. 'First-rate hoarder' Adie said growing up in Sunderland had felt "magical" and she remembered an "immensely happy" childhood."The town itself was friendly," she said. "You can never stand in the bus queue without saying, 'Well, pet, what do you think?' It was just great." She said by donating the items she wanted people to "feel proud" of their about the items, Adie said: "Well first of all, it sounds as if I'm a first-rate hoarder."A reporter does not usually have much time to collect souvenirs so it's an eclectic collection, but I hope it represents the extraordinarily varied stories I've covered, from wars to royal garden parties." Adie donated the items in 2005 and grant funding was awarded last year to catalogue them as part of the university's "Special Collections", which can be viewed by appointment David Bell, university vice chancellor and chief executive, said: "Kate Adie is one of the most talented journalists and broadcasters of her generation and, as a native of Sunderland, her collection will be of interest both locally and further afield."The Kate Adie Collection was officially launched on Thursday. Follow BBC Sunderland on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
