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Palestinian American Poet Teaches Cross-stitching to Unite Her Community: ‘Tatreez Is My Culture’ Arts & Culture As Told To

Palestinian American Poet Teaches Cross-stitching to Unite Her Community: ‘Tatreez Is My Culture’

Bayan Fares learned Palestinian cross-stitching when she was 10. Now, she teaches others the traditional form of Palestinian embroidery to preserve this art form amid an ongoing war in her homeland.

Tara MobasherOctober 15, 2024

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Where to Find Free English Language Classes in Chicago Education Resources

Where to Find Free English Language Classes in Chicago

City Colleges of Chicago, Chicago Public Libraries and other local organizations that offer free English classes for adults across the city.

Tara MobasherOctober 10, 2024

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Turkish Influencer Shares Vibrant Culture with Chicago Arts & Culture Trending

Turkish Influencer Shares Vibrant Culture with Chicago

When much of the world was locked down in early 2020, Hatice Özge Akbudak started documenting her journey in America. Now, she has a dedicated following as she elevates her culture and explores Chicago.

Tara MobasherOctober 8, 2024

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How to Vote in Illinois This Election

From how to register to vote to who can vote, we answer your questions about voting in the presidential election.

Tara MobasherSeptember 15, 2024

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Chicago-Based Iranian Artist Explores Confinement with the Help of Her House Plants Arts & Culture Trending

Chicago-Based Iranian Artist Explores Confinement with the Help of Her House Plants

Laleh Motlagh describes how she discovered art, women's rights in Iran, and her latest exhibit, "Entanglement."

Tara MobasherSeptember 5, 2024

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Life for Women in Iran: ‘They Want to Own Our Minds’ Education Immigration Policy Trending

Life for Women in Iran: ‘They Want to Own Our Minds’

The Islamic Revolution ushered in a new normal for Iranian women. Some have fled, while others have built a life in the country despite the adversity.

Tara MobasherSeptember 4, 2024

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Iranians Face Stringent Screening for a Chance to Study in the U.S. Education Immigration Policy Staff pick Trending

Iranians Face Stringent Screening for a Chance to Study in the U.S.

Many students face canceled visa interview appointments, months-long waits and unexplained rejections, jeopardizing their attendance at American Universities.

Tara MobasherSeptember 3, 2024

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I Helped My Immigrant Parents Buy A Home. Now I Help Families Become Homeowners As Told To Trending

I Helped My Immigrant Parents Buy A Home. Now I Help Families Become Homeowners

Gerardo Revelo helped his parents navigate the homeownership process when he was younger. He now guides hundreds of families on the home-buying journey.

Tara MobasherAugust 29, 2024

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How to Apply for Financial Assistance as an Undocumented Student Resources Trending Where to find

How to Apply for Financial Assistance as an Undocumented Student

Undocumented students entering college can’t apply for federal financial aid, but some local and national scholarships and assistance attempt to bridge this gap.

Tara MobasherJune 25, 2024

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What You Need To Know About The New Protections For Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens Immigration Policy Trending

What You Need To Know About The New Protections For Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens

The Biden administration announced a plan to offer protection for noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens.

Tara MobasherJune 18, 2024

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What You Need to Know About the New Border Restrictions Immigration Policy Trending

What You Need to Know About the New Border Restrictions

President Joe Biden’s directive temporarily closes the border to asylum seekers until the seven-day crossing averages decrease.

Tara MobasherJune 5, 2024