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Iraqi News
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Iraqi News
Iraqi Musician Yousif Abbas Leaves a Musical Imprint on a Global Television Epic
In a landmark achievement for Iraqi art, renowned composer Yousif Abbas has captured international attention through his distinguished contribution to the high-profile American series Debriefing the President. The production, inspired by the memoirs of U.S. intelligence officer John Nixon, is helmed by global media titan Leslie Greif, co-founder of Warner Bros. Hailed as one of the most significant American television productions of the year, the series boasts a full original score composed by Abbas, an unprecedented feat marking the first time an Iraqi musician has been entrusted with scoring a Hollywood project of such caliber. Abbas's involvement, however, transcended the realm of composition. He was a constant presence on set, meticulously translating scripts into authentic Iraqi Arabic, coaching both American and international actors in the dialect, and even appearing in select scenes. His responsibilities further extended to supervising the dubbing and recording of dialogue in the local vernacular, as well as ensuring the cultural authenticity of all scenes set in Iraq. Notably, Yousif Abbas is no stranger to the world of dramatic composition; his previous work includes musical scores for acclaimed Iraqi series such as Watan and Al-Naqeeb, among others.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
East London restaurant fined £7k for fly-tipping food orders on street
An East London restaurant has been fined over £7,000 after dumping food orders and catering oils drums on the street outside. The restaurant, Watan, was identified by enforcement officers at Redbridge council as the perpetrator behind fly-tips discovered on Hampton Road, Ilford. Officers from the council were first alerted to the fly-tipped mess following complaints from local people. The waste included black bags of food waste, packaging, catering oil drums and food orders linked to the restaurant. The items were all reportedly left against a side wall of the restaurant, on the street outside. READ MORE: Former Hackney pub set to become Gail's almost a year after shutting suddenly READ MORE: Two in A&E after Romford station 'assault' The investigation led to restaurant owner Bismillah Ullah being given a criminal record as a result of the prosecution. The 36-year-old from Church Road in Hayes, Middlesex, attended a trial at Barkingside Magistrates Court on April 29, where he and the business were found guilty of fly-tipping charges. The company was fined as a result of the verdict and was ordered to pay the court and council costs totalling £7,150. The authority said: "The majority of local businesses help keep the neighbourhoods they serve tidy by disposing of their commercial waste properly, so when Redbridge enforcement officers were alerted to reports of commercial waste being left on the street, they wasted no time investigating." It added: "Not only was the rubbish creating an eyesore in the community, it was also likely to attract vermin to the local area." Labour Councillor Khayer Chowdhury, Redbridge Cabinet Member for Enforcement and Community Safety, said: "The failure to correctly store commercial waste presents a threat to the environment and public health, as well as being an eyesore for local communities. We all have a responsibility to ensure our streets and neighbourhoods are clean, and that includes businesses." He added: "Fly-tipping commercial waste on our streets is unacceptable. We have zero tolerance for those who treat our borough disrespectfully, and this prosecution is testament to our commitment to holding law breakers to account for their behaviour." Redbridge Council has said all fly-tips reported to the authority are recorded and investigated, with enforcement action being taken if evidence is found. The council aims to clear all recorded fly-tips on council land and the highway within 24 hours of it being reported. Individuals can submit evidence of fly-tips, perpetrators or their vehicles on the council's Report It page. The authority's Love Clean Streets app can also be used to report fly-tips, missed bin collections and potholes. Have a story you want to share? Email Don't miss out on the biggest local stories. Sign up to our MySouthLondon newsletter HERE for all the latest daily news and more.
Express Tribune
27-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Mubarak Qazi's poetry of Baloch resistance
"To read Mubarak Qazi's poetry is to walk the rugged paths of Balochistan, where every word carries the weight of its mountains and the dreams of its people." After Baloch Remembrance Day, we reflect on the lives of those who have embodied the spirit of Baloch identity and resistance. Among them is Mubarak Qazi ( December 1956 –16 September 2023) , a celebrated poet of our time and a longstanding voice for his people. Qazi's work reflects not only the struggles and resistance of the Baloch people, but also encapsulates his love for the homeland. This love, in addition to cultural pride, resonates deeply with a community that has historically faced political and social marginalization. Qazi's work reminds us that poets are more than just writers, they're historians of their own kind, breathing life into words both new and old. Their poetry carries within themselves the joys and sorrows of the world. His death in 2023 marked an irreplaceable loss for the community, yet his work remains a guiding light for the younger generation of writers and poets. Writing in Balochi, he used straightforward, unadorned language to express his feelings. وطن بہارانی رنگءُ دز ین انت وطن کہ نیست انت تہ ھچ نہ ما نیت وطن کہ ھست انت مازندگان، زندگان نیمراں "The homeland blooms with colors and light, Without the homeland, there is nothing, no existence. If there's a homeland, I am alive—alive, and I won't die! – ' Watan' from Zarnawishat (Golden Words) Qazi's commitment to the idea of watan (homeland) is a pillar of his writing. For him, the homeland was not just a location or a piece of land, it represented the soul of the Baloch people. His poetry frequently acts as a call to action, telling the people of this country to value their heritage and culture, and to persevere in the face of hardship. His legacy continues to inspire emerging poets who draw from his revolutionary themes and lyricism. Young poet Sajid Noor, during a tribute event in Turbat 2024, organized by the Balochistan Academy to honor Qazi's contributions, presented a gripping documentary on Qazi's life and works. Acts as such are evidence of the enduring influence of his poetry on the younger generations. The passing of Mubarak Qazi has left a permanent void in Baloch literature and culture, but one that we hope becomes the ground for new seeds to grow from. On this Baloch Remembrance Day, as we honor the memory of Mubarak Qazi, we are reminded of the power of words to inspire, unite, and resist. His poetry is a testament to the resilience and unshakeable spirit of the Baloch people. "I will die and turn to dust, Rise again, as rise I must, And with my voice, so bold and clear, Speak the truth for all to hear." Through his legacy, Mubarak Qazi continues to shine as a beacon of identity and hope, ensuring that the Baloch story remains alive for generations to come.
