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The First complete Zoroastrian-Parsi Mitochondria Reference Genome: Implications of mitochondrial signatures in an endogamous, non-smoking population

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          Press Release – 15 June 2020     Avesthagen releases “The First complete Zoroastrian-Parsi Mitochondria Reference Genome: Implications of mitochondrial signatures in an endogamous, non-smoking population” – The study unravels mitochondrial signatures linked to persian origin, longevity and associated health con-ditions     Avesthagen Limited, with support from the Foundation for a Smoke Free World,

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ZYNG2.0 announces ‘Lockdown 2020 PUBG Night’ friendly gaming session for Zoroastrian youth on Saturday, 23rd May

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Some advantages of gaming (PUBG), when not played regularly or in excess, are helping in multitasking and increasing thinking ability and reflexes when exposed to different situations. Keeping this in mind, ZYNG 2.0 plans to entice and engage the parsi youth with ‘Lockdown 2020 PUBG Night’ a friendly gaming session for Zoroastrian youth on Saturday, 23rd May. What: ‘Lockdown 2020

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Remembering Prof. Rumy Mistry

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Prof Rumy Mistry was a Senior Member of Baroda University. One of the first supporters of Parzor, his work for his country and community remains remarkable. As a long-standing Trustee of the Baroda Parsi Anjuman, he was the force behind the creation of BUZY – the Baroda Youth League. His work with the Federation Of Zoroastrian Anjumans Of India gave

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A Unique webinar on design with Mr. Ratan Tata, Mr. Jimmy Mistry and Mr. Peter Rich

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A rare and unique opportunity listening to the legendary Mr. Ratan Tata (Chairman Emeritus – Tata Sons) discussing architecture and design alongside Mr. Jimmy Mistry (MD, Della Group) and Ar. Peter Rich (Peter Rich Architects, South Africa) stressing on the key focus areas for designers to rise to in addressing the challenges posed by COVID – 19. Watch the complete

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Yoga & Breathing Exercises By Mickey Mehta

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India’s holistic health guru Dr. Mickey Mehta shares some of his tips on yoga, meditation and breathing exercises for everyone who is homebound during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown

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BPP Installs DIRECT HELP LINE For Community Members

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Dear Community Members, Given the difficult times the world is currently going through with the fatal danger that the dreaded COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) poses to the country in general, and our aging community in particular, the BPP is taking several steps to proactively, positively and effectively address the issues faced by our community members. Our endeavours are aimed to help

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Manashni: March 2020 – Official Journal of AZA

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Please find attached the Manashni for March 2020, the official journal of Australian Zoroastrian Association (AZA)

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GEN Z AND BEYOND A GLOBAL ZOROASTRIAN SURVEY TO SECURE THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITY

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Funding Needed To Study The Twin Goals Of Unity And Growth In A Global Zoroastrian Survey   What does the Zoroastrian community, especially our youth, seek? How can we preserve our identity and strengthen the community as a whole? Community members across the globe dwell on these questions without a clear answer. A new initiative called Gen Z and Beyond

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Iraqi Kurds Turn To Zoroastrianism As Faith, Identity Entwine

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In a ceremony at an ancient, ruined temple in northern Iraq, Faiza Fuad joined a growing number of Kurds who are leaving Islam to embrace the faith of their ancestors — Zoroastrianism. Years of violence by the Islamic State jihadist group have left many disillusioned with Islam, while a much longer history of state oppression has pushed some in Iraq’s

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