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Imam Hussain Holy Shrine10h agoIn the presence of the Head of the Shiite Endowment Office and the Secretary-Gen...
Adorning the holy shrine of Imam Hussain (PBUH) with flowers on the birth anniversary of Sayyida Zainab al-Kubra (PBUH). Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine: Establishing Schools is a Fundamental Pillar for Human Development, Societal Advancement, and the Consolidation of Moral and Religious Values
Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine: Establishing Schools is a Fun...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine10h ago
With 10,980 Participants: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine's Quran House Announces E-Lea...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine10h ago
Adorning the holy shrine of Imam Hussain (PBUH) with flowers on the birth annive...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine10h ago
The Fatimah bint Asad Division (peace be upon her) concludes its preparations for the graduation ceremony of students from its Quranic schoolAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)yesterdayMore stories
Al-Kafeel Center concludes the 34th First Aid Workshop for the staff of the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy ShrineThe Al-Kafeel Center for Public Health and Safety, affiliated with the Medical Affairs Department at the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine, has concluded its 34th first aid workshop for the Holy Shrine's staff. Workshop facilitator Mr. Muntadhar Hassan stated: "The workshop spanned two days, with five hours of training each day. It covered skills for mAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)yesterday
Al-Kafeel Nursery Group supplies its nurseries with more than 30,000 seedlingsThe Al-Kafeel Nursery Group, affiliated with the Al-Abbas's (P) Holy Shrine, has supplied its nurseries with more than 30,000 seedlings of various types and sizes, as part of its efforts to support agricultural production and enhance plant diversity in Iraq. The group's deputy manager, Mr. Ali Hamza Salem, said, "The group continues to supply itAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)yesterday
The second day of the Third International Specialized Conference on Information and Libraries has commencedThe Intellectual and Cultural Affairs Department of the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine launched the second day of the third specialized international conference on information and libraries at Al-Ameed University. The conference is organized by the Center for Indexing and Information Systems and the Center for Manuscript Heritage Preservation and ArAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)yesterday
Umm al-Baneen (peace be upon her) Library Participates in the Third Specialized International Conference on Information and LibrariesThe Umm al-Baneen (peace be upon her) Women's Library—affiliated with the Office of the Senior Official for Women's Affairs at the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine—participated in the Third Specialized International Conference on Information and Libraries by hosting a book exhibition. Ms. Asmahan Ibrahim, the library's director, stated thaAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)2d ago
The conclusion of the first day of the Third Specialized Conference on Information and LibrariesThe Department of Intellectual and Cultural Affairs at the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine concluded the first day of the Third International Specialized Conference on Information and Libraries. The conference, organized by the Indexing and Information Systems Center and the Center for the Preservation and Maintenance of Manuscript Heritage and DocumAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)2d ago
Featuring Advanced Educational Spaces and Laboratories: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine...The Strategic Projects Department at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announced the continuation of work on the second phase of the expansion project for Al-Zahraa University for Women in Karbala Governorate. The phase involves constructing the central and wing buildings to accommodate academic growth and provide an integrated learning environment for female students. Head of the department, Engineer Mohammed Dhiyaa Mohammed, stated to the official website that work on the project is proceeding at an advanced completion rate, encompassing architectural and civil tasks along with electrical and mechanical systems. He explained that the central building consists of 5 floors, designed in a T-shape, and constructed on a land area of 1,660 square meters, bringing the total built-up area to approximately 8,300 square meters. He noted that it is equipped with 5 modern elevators, each with a capacity of 24 people, as well as a main entrance positioned in the middle of the front facade. He added that the structure houses 10 scientific laboratories of various sizes and 16 classrooms, ranging from standard lecture halls to major tiered auditoriums—one of which spans 226 square meters—alongside admin…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine2d ago
Extending Its Pedagogical Mission: Owners of the Cloak Center at Imam Hussain Ho...The Owners of the Cloak International Guidance Center, affiliated with Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, announced the laying of the foundation stone for the "Madinat Al-Ilm" (City of Knowledge) School in Nigeria, a step aimed at pursuing its educational and pedagogical mission while strengthening its presence across African communities. Sheikh Ahmed Al-Trafi, director of the center, stated to the official website that the Owners of the Cloak International Guidance Center, under Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, laid the foundation stone for the "Madinat Al-Ilm" School in Nigeria to continue its educational and instructional mission and bolster its reach within African societies. He added that the Madinat Al-Ilm School project represents a new milestone in the center’s ongoing educational path in Nigeria, enhancing learning opportunities and supporting the creation of an academic environment that helps foster students' capabilities. Through its various centers and institutions, Imam Hussain Holy Shrine continues to carry out educational and pedagogical initiatives both within Iraq and abroad, driven by its dedication to disseminating knowledge and supporting programs that serve communities and he…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine2d ago
Globally Latest and First in Iraq: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Adopts Advanced (Dos...The Health and Medical Education Authority at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announced the adoption of modern (DoseRT) technology in the field of radiotherapy, making it the first institution in Iraq to utilize this advanced technology across the branches of the Warith International Cancer Institution in Karbala and the Al-Thaqilayn Cancer Hospital in Basra. Head of the Authority, Dr. Haider Al-Abadi, stated to the official website that the Health and Medical Education Authority at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has adopted the world's latest (DoseRT) technology in radiation therapy, marking the shrine as the first entity in Iraq to deploy this cutting-edge system within the Warith International Cancer Institution in Karbala and the Al-Thaqilayn Cancer Hospital in Basra. He explained that radiation doses were previously calculated using computers prior to and during treatment, whereas technical developments through (DoseRT) technology now allow the radiation dose to be displayed visually via a technical medium, enabling real-time monitoring while the patient is receiving treatment. He added that this technology has become a practical reality and is utilized by specialized teams in a limited n…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine2d ago
In Babil: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Begins Construction of an Integrated Resident...Under the directives of the representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul Mahdi Al-Karbalai, and the Secretary-General of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Mr. Hassan Rashid Jawad Al-Abayachi, the Engineering and Technical Projects Department has commenced the implementation of a residential city project dedicated to underprivileged families in Babil Governorate, aimed at creating an integrated city comprising housing units and service facilities. Head of the department, Engineer Zaid Azzam, stated to the official website that the project is situated along the main road connecting Babil and Najaf governorates within a vital, easily accessible location, spanning a total area of 150,000 square meters and encompassing 400 residential units. He explained that ongoing work in the first phase includes constructing the project's perimeter fence and executing preliminary earthworks to prepare for subsequent stages in accordance with approved engineering standards and technical specifications. He added that the master plan (Site Plan) for the project is not limited to housing units, but also features the construction of a group of fully equipped schools to serve the city's reside…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine2d ago
The first research session of the Third International Specialized Conference on Information and Libraries was heldThe third International Specialized Conference on Information and Libraries witnessed the convening of its first research session, which included discussions of a range of research papers and studies on information governance and the use of artificial intelligence applications in scientific research and library management. The conference is orgaAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)2d ago
A documentary film about the indexing and information systems center was screened as part of the third specialized international conferenceThe activities of the Third International Specialized Conference on Information and Libraries included a documentary film about the Indexing and Information Systems Center, which is part of the Intellectual and Cultural Affairs Department at the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine. The conference is organized by the Indexing and Information Systems CenteAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)2d ago
The Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine launches the activities of the third specialized conference on information and librariesThe Intellectual and Cultural Affairs Department of the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine launched the activities of the third specialized international conference on information and libraries at Al-Ameed University. The conference is organized by the Indexing and Information Systems Center and the Manuscript Preservation and Archival Heritage Center aAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)2d ago
To view its collection... Al-Kafeel Museum receives an academic delegation specialized in Islamic artsThe Al-Kafeel Museum of Treasures and Manuscripts at the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine received an academic delegation specializing in Islamic arts to view its historical and heritage collections. Dr. Shawqi Al-Mousawi, the department's deputy head, stated that the delegation's visit included the museum's exhibition hall, the repository of treasureAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)3d ago
The Deputy Secretary-General reviews the preparations of the Aba al-Fadl al-Abbas (peace be upon him) Complex to welcome the female participants in the central graduation ceremonyMr. Mohammed Ali Azhar, Deputy Secretary-General of the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine, inspected the preparations at the Aba al-Fadl al-Abbas (peace be upon him) Complex to welcome participants to the central graduation ceremony for female students from Iraqi and Islamic universities. This visit took place as he toured the site alongside officialsAl-Abbas's Holy Shrine (Al-Kafeel)3d ago
With a 100-Bed Capacity, Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Continues Expansion Project at...The Department of Engineering and Technical Projects at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine continues to execute the expansion project of Al-Rashad Teaching Hospital in the capital, Baghdad. The initiative involves constructing five specialized buildings aimed at supporting the public health sector and enhancing the efficiency of services provided to patients. In a statement obtained by the Official Website, the department stated that "under the directives of the Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, and the Secretary-General, Mr. Hassan Rashid Al-Abaiji, the Department of Engineering and Technical Projects at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine continues to carry out the expansion project of Al-Rashad Teaching Hospital in the capital, Baghdad, which encompasses the construction of five specialized buildings to support the public healthcare sector and elevate the efficiency of patient services." It explained that "the project includes four inpatient wards and an administrative building, with a total capacity of 100 beds," noting that "work is progressing rapidly to complete all structures according to the scheduled timeline." The department added tha…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine3d ago
With the Participation of an International Expert from the University of Patras...The College of Medical Rehabilitation at University of Al-Subtain for Medical Sciences, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, hosted a specialized scientific lecture titled “An Introduction to Aphasia.” The session was delivered by international expert Prof. Dr. Ilias Papathanasiou from the University of Patras in Greece, with the participation of several students and researchers. In a statement obtained by the Official Website, the university noted that "the lecture addressed the concept of aphasia as an acquired language disorder, reviewing the fundamental principles for evaluating language and communication skills, as well as the clinical symptoms resulting from neurological injuries." It explained that "the lecture highlighted the importance of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and its role in bridging theoretical knowledge with direct clinical application, thereby contributing to the development of students' professional skills and strengthening their ability to handle medical cases in accordance with approved scientific standards." The university added that "the event concluded with an interactive Q&A session, offering students and researchers the opportunity to engage w…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine3d agoArticles are republished with credit to their publishers, who retain all rights. Every story links back to the original reporting.