Assyrian boxing cousins Jonny Mansour and Julius Ballo delivered standout performances on the undercard of the WBC Cruiserweight title rematch between Swedish champion Badou Jack and German-Armenian challenger Noel Mikaelian, held in Los Angeles on December 13.
Remarks made by Cardinal Louis Raphael Sako during Christmas Mass in Baghdad have sparked controversy in Iraq, after his use of the term “normalization” was interpreted by some as carrying political implications in a country where such language is legally and socially sensitive.
Founded during the COVID-19 lockdowns in Belgium, Beth Zmirothe, meaning House of Songs, has grown into one of the most impactful projects dedicated to the preservation of Western Assyrian music.
21-year-old Assyrian footballer Charbel Shamoon scored his debut A-League Mens goal for Perth Glory on their recent away win over Macarthur FC in Sydney - a late, decisive strike that sealed a 2-0 victory under their new coach.
Assyrian-Australian boxer Alex Naman extended his perfect record to 9–0, defeating his opponent to win the IBO Oceania-Orient Super Bantamweight title, another milestone in the rising fighter’s journey from refugee roots to undefeated pro.
Assyrians continue to play a significant role in Iraq’s campaign to earn a berth in the 2026 FIFA World Cup intercontinental playoff, reflecting a historic pattern of influence within the national team.
A 46-year-old Houston man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Marvan Batoo, a 40-year-old Assyrian father of three from Michigan.
