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Kulsoom Khan is a multimedia journalist based in the Greater Chicago area in the U.S. Kulsoom has worked with the Chicago Tribune, AFP TV, Voice of America and China Radio International. She has nine years experience in print, digital, and broadcast platforms in both local and national newsrooms in Pennsylvania, New York, and Washington D.C. Among other news outlets, she has also worked for the Times Leader, PBS Newshour, MSNBC, and the Associated Press assisting with election coverage for the 2016 presidential primaries and general election, the 2018 midterms, and the 2020 primaries and general election. Kulsoom also served as a research assistant for “The Voice of America: Lowell Thomas and the Invention of 20th-Century Journalism”, a biography and winner of the 2018 Sperber Prize. In 2014, she reported on the one-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon Bombings from Boston and the growing Latino community in New Orleans as part of a special project sponsored by New York University’s Reporting The Nation graduate program. Kulsoom is specifically interested in how politics and international conflicts affect people as well as human rights, terrorism and immigrant communities. Regardless of the medium or the topic, storytelling is an art and she hopes to do it justice through her endeavors.
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'We have to win this war': Local woman supports Ukrainian soldiers with medical supplies, winter gear
Iryna Kilyk, a Palatine resident originally from Ukraine, has been collecting medical supplies and winter gear for Ukrainian soldiers since the war began in 2022. She has gathered items worth over $150,000 and personally traveled to Ukraine nine times to distribute them. Kilyk focuses on soldiers, believing that their ability to hold the frontline is crucial. She includes personal notes in the packages and plans to continue her efforts until the war ends.
How to navigate the holidays with babies as multiple respiratory viruses spread rapidly
Pediatrician Dr. Shelly Vaziri Flais of Pediatric Health Associates and Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and author of parenting books, advises parents on how to protect babies from respiratory viruses like COVID, RSV, and flu during the holidays. She emphasizes the importance of handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals, and the benefits of vaccinations for infants over 6 months. Dr. Flais also discusses the scarcity of the RSV vaccine and suggests that parents may need to prevent others from kissing their babies or consider skipping holiday gatherings to ensure their infants' safety.
Suburban teens lead charge to organize Chicago summit on gun violence prevention
Nathan Schleiden, a senior at Libertyville High School and executive director of the Chi-Town Gun Violence Prevention Summit, is actively involved in addressing gun violence through youth activism. Along with other teenagers from the Chicago suburbs, he is organizing a youth-led summit in Chicago to discuss gun violence prevention. The summit aims to cover various aspects of gun violence, including mass shootings, suicides, and homicides, and the role of mental health. The organization, which includes members from various states, seeks to engage young activists and provide them with strategies for advocacy and lobbying. The article highlights the concerns of these young activists and their efforts to bring about change in the face of governmental inaction on gun control.
A Requiem for Syria's Lost Revolution
Marking the tenth anniversary of the Syrian revolt against President Bashar al-Assad, the conflict has resulted in around half a million deaths and widespread devastation. Initially a secular-led effort, the rebellion became tainted by Islamism and sectarianism, exacerbated by foreign interventions and the rise of the Islamic State. The revolution's early promise was overshadowed by brutality and the failure to establish a unified political vision or military strategy. The war's impact has been profound, with international involvement influenced by regional ambitions and the global threat posed by Islamic State terrorism.
Ten Years On, Syrian Refugees in US Express Loss, Hope
The Syrian war, involving Russian and Iranian backed government forces and rebels supported by the U.S. and Turkey, has reached a ten-year milestone, resulting in millions of refugees, with thousands resettled in the U.S. Kulsoom Khan and Bezhan Hamdard of VOA report on the experiences of these refugees, capturing their sense of loss and hope.
Ten Years On, Syrian Refugees in US Express Loss, Hope
The Syrian war, involving Russian and Iranian backed government forces and rebels supported by the U.S. and Turkey, has reached a ten-year milestone, resulting in millions of refugees, with thousands resettled in the U.S. Kulsoom Khan and Bezhan Hamdard of VOA report on the experiences of these refugees, capturing their sense of loss and hope.
One in Four People Will Have Hearing Problems by 2050, WHO Says
The World Health Organization has warned that by 2050, one in four people globally will suffer from hearing problems. The first-ever global report on hearing suggests that many causes of hearing loss, such as infections, diseases, birth defects, noise exposure, and lifestyle choices, are preventable. The report recommends a package of measures costing $1.33 per person per year, contrasting with the nearly $1 trillion lost annually due to unaddressed hearing issues. The report highlights the lack of access to care, especially in low-income countries, and the need for public health initiatives, vaccinations, and systematic screening to prevent and manage hearing loss.
Deaf Painter Uses Art to Warn Others About COVID
Nancy Rourke, a deaf artist who contracted COVID-19, created a series of paintings to alert others to the dangers of the disease. Despite her severe symptoms and a previous career as a graphic designer for major corporations, Rourke has been focusing on deaf art since 2009. She faced challenges during the pandemic, such as people removing masks to communicate and the initial absence of ASL interpreters at White House briefings. Her advocacy, along with that of the National Association of the Deaf, led to a federal ruling requiring interpreters at COVID-19 press briefings. Rourke plans to continue her art with a project themed around her experiences in 2020.
-Produced TV news package for Voice of America including conducting research, shooting b-roll and conducting interviews, cutting sound and b-roll, and writing script -Wrote corresponding web story and took stills
Srebrenica Anniversary Prompts Reflection by Bosnian-Americans
The article recounts the personal stories of Behidin Piric and Senada Pargan, both survivors of the Srebrenica massacre during the Bosnian War. Piric learned of his grandfather's death in a mass grave, while Pargan lost 99 family members and faced severe hardships. The International Criminal Court has convicted key figures like Ratko Mladic and Radovan Karadzic for their roles in the genocide. The Bosnian-American Genocide and Education center and initiatives like the Bosnia Memory Project aim to preserve the history and experiences of survivors. Despite the passage of 25 years, the trauma remains deeply felt within the Bosnian community, and there is a strong emphasis on remembering the victims to prevent future genocides.
Produced video for China Plus News, the digital platform of China Radio International. Acquired footage and stills, wrote script, and edited
Used by AJ+, shot and cut some b-roll and sound from Chicago protest for AFP
Sahara Homecare opens new location in Elgin
Sahara Homecare has opened a new office in Elgin, Illinois, offering free assistance to the elderly who meet certain qualifications through its Community Care Program funded by the Illinois Department on Aging and Department of Human Services. Services include help with daily tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and personal care. President Armaghan Rana anticipates success in the area, noting the diverse senior population. Sahara Homecare, with its main headquarters in Lombard, operates several offices in the region and is hiring caregivers with a starting wage of $12/hour and health benefits for those working at least 20 hours per week.
Pennsylvania is a leader in Lyme disease: Expert gives tick prevention tips
Pennsylvania leads the nation in confirmed Lyme disease cases, with 33 percent of U.S. cases. Nicole Chinnici, director of East Stroudsburg University’s Northeast Wildlife DNA Laboratory, shared prevention tips at Nescopeck State Park, such as using insect repellent, wearing light-colored clothing, and following a routine after potential exposure to ticks. Symptoms of Lyme disease include fatigue, fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, nausea, achy joints, and rashes. Chinnici emphasized seeking medical attention if symptoms are detected.
Nanticoke man faces drug trafficking charges
Desmond Knott from Nanticoke was arrested on charges of narcotics trafficking in Luzerne County. Police found marijuana, crack cocaine, heroin, and drug paraphernalia in his residence. Knott is accused of selling drugs in Hanover Township, Nanticoke, and Wilkes-Barre. He was taken into custody in West Pittston, and cash was seized from a safe. Knott faces multiple possession and intent to deliver charges and was jailed on a $100,000 cash bail after arraignment by District Judge Joseph Halesey.
Harveys Lake Council decides against more hours for zoning officer
The Harveys Lake Borough Council voted 4-3 against increasing the working hours of zoning officer Maureen Oremus, with Mayor Carole Samson casting the deciding vote. Oremus, who was reinstated on January 16 after a previous decision to replace her with Barry Isetts & Associates, has seen her hours reduced from 16-20 to 12 per week. Councilwoman Michell’e Boice and residents expressed support for Oremus, with some suggesting the reduced hours and new work conditions might be part of a hidden agenda to force her resignation. Council President Clarence Hogan denied any intention to push Oremus out.
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