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Associated Press
15-05-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
AAMA Honors Children's Music Fund Founder and President Dr. Raffi Tachdjian with Inaugural Medicine & Humanities Award
The Armenian American Media Association's award honors legacy of Dr. Aram V. Chobanian; recognizes Dr. Tachdjian's work at the intersection of health and arts 'I am deeply honored to receive this award in Dr. Chobanian's name. As someone who has long believed in the intersection of science and the humanities, I'm profoundly moved by his legacy.'— Raffi Tachdjian, MD, MPH, founder and president, Children's Music Fund LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 / / -- Children's Music Fund is proud to announce that its founder and president, Raffi Tachdjian, MD, MPH, has been named the first-ever recipient of the Armenian American Medical Association ( AAMA ) Aram V. Chobanian Medicine and Humanities Award. This prestigious new award honors a healthcare professional who exemplifies the legacy of Dr. Aram V. Chobanian, President Emeritus of Boston University, past dean of the Boston University Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine, and a former President of AAMA, whose career has championed the intersection of medicine, arts and humanity. Dr. Tachdjian's lifelong commitment to compassionate care and healing through Music Therapy embodies the spirit of this award. 'I am deeply honored to receive this award in Dr. Chobanian's name,' said Dr. Tachdjian. 'As someone who has long believed in the intersection of science and the humanities, I'm profoundly moved by his legacy. His vision continues to shape how we integrate the arts, music and humanities into medical education, community building and healing.' Under Dr. Tachdjian's leadership, Children's Music Fund, the nation's leading pediatrics-focused Music Therapy charity and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has provided over 10,000 fully funded Music Therapy sessions to children facing serious chronic conditions and life altering health challenges. The nonprofit was founded on the goal of healing through music, one child at a time. In addition to his work with Children's Music Fund, Dr. Tachdjian is Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He is also double board certified in Adult and Pediatric Allergy and Immunology. 'We are happy to be able to come together to celebrate Dr. Tachdjian,' said Armineh Mirzabegian, MD, AAMA Medicine and Humanities Committee. 'His career and work with Children's Music Fund are powerful examples of how the arts can be used to ease suffering and bring joy to children facing health conditions and their families. It perfectly reflects Dr. Chobanian's vision for a more compassionate approach to healing. In a previous interview, Dr. Chobanian spoke about how a physician's knowledge and engagement with the arts can deepen the physician-patient relationship. Tonight, we witness firsthand the profound impact of the arts on health and well-being.' AAMA's award presentation takes place on Thursday, May 15 at 6 p.m. ET at The Dorothy and Charles Mosesian Center for the Arts. This award supports AAMA's mission of promoting excellence in healthcare and supporting the professional development of its members. The association plans to continue this program series in Dr. Chobanian's honor for years to come. To register for the free AAMA event, RSVP at To learn more about Children's Music Fund and support its mission, visit Discover more about Dr. Tachdjian's story and how Children's Music Fund was founded at About Children's Music Fund Children's Music Fund provides Music Therapy to children with chronic conditions or life-altering illnesses, such as different forms of cancer, blood disorders, lung/heart/kidney disease, autism, rare diseases, and immune deficiencies to help improve their quality of life. Engaging children in Music Therapy helps reduce pain, fear and anxiety, and provides a much-needed coping mechanism to improve their mental well-being while undergoing medical treatment, during hospitalization and throughout their lives. The organization connects eligible children and young adults to board-certified Music Therapists who provide a personalized treatment plan at home and in hospitals, gifts musical instruments in support of those receiving Music Therapy services, as well as conducts and sponsors research on Music Therapy to further innovate the field and work to integrate music with medicine. Children's Music Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and member of the American Music Therapy Association. We believe that Music Makes Us Better. Learn more at Racepoint Global Children's Music Fund +1 617-624-3213 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. 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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Bears saved from 'years of unimaginable suffering'
Three bears have been rescued from the backyard of a residential home in Yerevan, Armenia, with the help of a Sussex-based charity. The Syrian brown bears - Aram, Nairi and their daughter, Lola - were limited to "filthy cages" and denied "basic care", the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC) found during an investigation. International Animal Rescue (IAR), based in Uckfield, told BBC South East that their joint rescue with FPWC on 20 March took over 12 hours. The rescuers from IAR said the "stench" and "filth" was "horrific" and followed "years of unimaginable cruelty". "The sheer cruelty of locking these animals up in tiny cages and feeding them cola, it was absolutely horrific," said Alan Knight, president of IAR. Rescuers say the male bear (Aram) was held captive for 12 years and repeatedly bred with a female bear (Nairi) taken from the wild. Their daughter, Lola, was discovered with them, while previous cubs had been taken and sold, according to IAR. Mr Knight said: "These were some of the worst conditions I have ever seen." IAR described the rescue as their "most difficult one to date". The rescue team say they were initially refused entry to the property by the bears' owner, despite having a legal order. After a drawn out standoff, rescuers say they finally gained access at night-fall and worked to sedate and transport the bears "under heavy rain and darkness" using torches. IAR told BBC South East that the three bears are now under supervised quarantine and receiving urgent veterinary care at FPWC's wildlife rescue centre in Urtsadzor, Armenia. An appeal has been launched by IAR to fund their ongoing care and to help complete a new sanctuary where the bears can live. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Boki the bear emerges healthy after brain surgery The volunteers rescuing wildlife with Brian May French hunter given suspended sentence for killing protected bear International Animal Rescue Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets
Shafaq News
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Shafaq News
Erbil launches the 17th International Book Fair
Shafaq News/ On Wednesday, the 17th edition of the Erbil International Book Fair opened its doors, bringing together a mix of local and international publishers, authors, and book enthusiasts. This year's fair features participation from 22 countries, with more than 300 publishing houses showcasing over one million titles. The collection spans literature, history, politics, philosophy, religion, science, and technology, offering visitors a rich and varied cultural experience. Held at the Erbil International Fairground, the event will run for ten days. Among the crowd, Aram, a visitor, described the fair as 'one of the most important cultural events in the region,' viewing it as a vital space for promoting publishing and creating direct connections between writers and readers. He added that it also strengthens Erbil's image as 'a flourishing cultural center.' In addition to the vast selection of books, the fair offers a full schedule of events including panel discussions, cultural seminars, and workshops. Well-known authors, academics, and public intellectuals are taking part in book signings and public talks, while special sessions for children and young adults aim to nurture a new generation of readers. Mohammed, representing a participating publishing house, noted that this edition is the largest to date, both in terms of scale and diversity. 'It's an important opportunity to encourage reading and to strengthen cultural ties between Kurdistan and the rest of the world,' he added.
Middle East Eye
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Middle East Eye
France hands anti-racism award to media stars accused of racism
France has awarded a top human rights prize to two broadcasters who have been accused of anti-Muslim racism and discrediting critics of Israel by labelling them as antisemites. Sophia Aram and Jacques Essebag, who is better known by his stage name "Arthur", received the Jean Pierre-Bloch Prize from President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace on Wednesday. The award, curated by the International League Against Racism and Antisemitism (Licra) and named after its former president, honours "an artist and their work" related to human rights. It was given this year to these two media personalities "in recognition of their exceptional commitment to the fight against antisemitism". 'The award ceremony comes amid a surge in antisemitic acts and thus embodies a powerful message: the fight against antisemitism and for a more just and tolerant future must never stop," said the palace in a statement. New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters Aram and Arthur built their careers on French TV and radio, often hosting and starring in comedic shows that poke fun at politics and society. In recent years, Aram has increasingly hit back at "woke" and branded leftists and pro-Palestinian campaigners as antisemites or Hamas supporters. In May 2024, she gave a speech at the Molieres Awards ceremony, where she denounced what she called the "deafening silence" of the cultural world following the Hamas-led attack on 7 October 2023. She also claimed that "there is no more apartheid in Israel than there is now a genocide in Gaza" and performed a sketch about the pager blasts carried out by Israel in Lebanon, which killed and injured thousands of civilians. In December, Aram mocked left-wing France Unbowed (LFI) MP Aymeric Caron for his condemnation of anti-Muslim racism, calling him "Abou Aymeric el Versailly" on social media and referring to the 'Caron Fatwas'. During the 2024 Paris Olympics, she sparked further backlash after mocking the headscarf worn by Dutch gold medalist Sifan Hassan, saying: "Me when I come out of the hammam and my head is cold." Rewarding 'defenders of genocide' Meanwhile, Arthur has accused politicians supportive of Palestinians, such as French-Palestinian European Parliament member Rima Hassan, of being "antisemites" and supporting Hamas. He is also said to be close to the Diaspora Defense Forces, providing support for Israel during its attacks on the Gaza Strip. In his speech at the Elysee Palace, Arthur equated antisemitism with anti-Zionism. "While the republic sometimes hesitates, hatred advances, settles in, takes its ease... with its new Trojan horse, anti-Zionism. The one who says Israel but thinks Jewish. The one who claims to criticise a policy but actually hates an identity," he said. 'Apology for terrorism' row in France shows silencing of debate about Palestine Read More » Macron echoed similar sentiments in his speech at the ceremony, saying that "the poison of antisemitism", which he described as "a hatred born on the far right", has now spread "to certain ranks of the far left and the left, for whom anti-Zionism serves as an alibi for the expression of antisemitism". The French president was hinting at LFI, which has been accused of antisemitism for its stance against Israel. In a post on X, Caron called the handing of the award to the two "the prize of shame". "How is it possible that this prize was awarded to two people who support the massacres in Gaza, who have never said a single word for the 20,000 Palestinian children who have been murdered there by Israel over the past year and a half?" he wrote. He also accused the Licra of being pro-Israel and helping whitewash Israel's war crimes. "So, this year's prize actually rewards defenders of genocide," he said. "What's particularly serious is that the president of the French republic is participating in this indecent charade, while Israel has broken the ceasefire, and more than 1,000 civilians have been killed in two weeks, including several hundred massacred children."
Shafaq News
02-04-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Erbil's Iskan Street comes alive with Eid joy
2025-04-02T17:51:53+00:00 Shafaq News/ Erbil's Iskan Street, Kurdistan Region, bursts to life during Eid al-Fitr, drawing crowds to its brightly lit, festive stretch for late-night celebrations. The street is a major driver of domestic tourism in Erbil, the capital of the Region, drawing visitors from across Iraq and foreign residents eager to experience its festive charm. It offers a variety of activities, from food stalls serving traditional dishes like kebabs, shawarma, falafel, and popular sweets such as zalabiya, baklava, and shakarlama, making it a favorite hangout spot for young people. Local business owners say the holiday season brings a surge in sales, providing a vital boost to the local economy through seasonal job opportunities and small-scale investments. 'Eid means sweets, and this year, demand has been even higher than in previous years,' said Aram, a confectionery shop owner. Hassan, a visitor from Baghdad, described Iskan Street as a social hub that brings people together. 'We come here every night during Eid. The atmosphere is amazing—it's full of joy,' he told Shafaq News. On Thursday, the Spokesperson for the Kurdistan Regional Tourism Board, revealed to Shafaq News that the Region's tourism sector has expanded significantly, attracting more than $7.5 billion in investments over five years.
