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May 12, 2023

‘My Kabul’ Is A Love Letter To Afghan Food — And To The Region’s Refugee Community

Owner Khalis Noori says he wants My Kabul restaurant to be more than just a place where people can get a taste of home.

Nov 23, 2022

‘It Reminds You Of Home’: What Immigrant Communities In The D.C. Region Are Cooking For Thanksgiving

This year, immigrant communities reflect on the meaning of Thanksgiving with dishes from their home country.

Aug 23, 2022

‘We Left Everything:’ Afghan Refugees Reflect On Their New Lives In The D.C. Area One Year Later

It’s been one year since Kabul fell to the Taliban, forcing hundreds of thousands of Afghans to flee the country. Here are five stories of refugees who resettled in the D.C. area, one year on.

Apr 19, 2022

‘No One Else Is Doing It’: High School Students Fundraise For Afghan Refugees Living In Hotels

The students say the funds will contribute to the cost of household needs, including groceries and laundry, for Afghan families living at a hotel in Jessup.

Apr 07, 2022

After Evacuating Afghanistan, Some Refugees In Northern Virginia Still Struggle With Job Options

Although many Afghans have found jobs locally, they say it can be challenging to find work in line with their previous skill sets or chosen fields.

Feb 25, 2022

Resettlement Program For Afghan Refugees Moves Forward In Loudoun County

Up to 1,000 Afghan families and individuals are expected to arrive in Loudoun County beginning Mar. 8.

Dec 01, 2021

After Fleeing Afghanistan, These Women Are Building A Life Together In Northern Virginia

Torn from their homes and faced with starting a new life in the U.S., the women lean on one another as family.

Nov 24, 2021

New Traditions And A Helping Hand for Immigrants In The Metro Area This Thanksgiving

As resettlement and relief agencies work with limited resources – local businesses have stepped up to provide aid to the Afghan community this Thanksgiving.

Aug 21, 2021

Here’s How To Help Afghan Refugees In The D.C. Area

A number of local agencies and businesses are collecting funds, supplies, and welcoming volunteers to help Afghan refugees resettle. 

Oct 23, 2015

Out of Frame: Rock the Kasbah

Bill Murray stars in this watered down lounge-singer-out-of-water comedy.

 
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