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March 18 Marks World Recycling Day: Importance of Environmental Protection in Islamic Teachings ————————————— March 18 is celebrated annually as World Recycling Day, a day aimed at raising public awareness about reducing waste, using natural resources responsibly, and protecting the…

Belgium Plans to Ban Religious and Political Symbols in Public Schools ————————————— Belgium is set to ban visible religious and political symbols in public schools starting next academic year, after initial approval by the education committee of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation…

UN warns of mounting humanitarian threat amid Mideast escalating conflict —————————— The United Nations has issued a stark warning about the growing humanitarian threat across the Middle East as regional conflict continues to devastate civilian populations and infrastructure. The UN…

Islamophobia Rising in Australia, Surpassing US Levels, Calls for Urgent Action —————————– A recent report has highlighted a worrying increase in Islamophobia in Australia, noting that its prevalence now exceeds levels recorded in the United States. The rise comes amid…

World Social Work Day Highlights Role of Social Workers, Religious Values of Solidarity ————————– The international community marked World Social Work Day on March 17, recognizing the vital role of social workers in promoting social justice and supporting vulnerable populations…

Kazakhstan Holds Constitutional Referendum Amid High Voter Turnout ———————————– Kazakhstan has entered a new phase of political reform following a nationwide constitutional referendum marked by high voter participation and international observation. The vote, held across more than 10,000 polling stations…

Pope Leo XIV Calls for Immediate Ceasefire, End to Violence in Middle East ————————— Pope Leo XIV, head of the Catholic Church, has urged an immediate halt to wars and an end to violence in the Middle East, emphasizing the…

Ramadan Iftar in Sydney Welcomes New Muslims to Foster Support, Integration ————————————— The Lebanese Muslim Association in Australia hosted a special Ramadan iftar for new Muslims at its community hall adjacent to the Lakemba Mosque in southwest Sydney, aiming to…

One in Five Australian Children Under 16 Still Using Social Media Despite Ban ———————————- A significant number of children in Australia continue to use social media platforms despite a nationwide ban on users under the age of 16, raising concerns…

German Court Rules Headscarves Not Permitted for Judges in Courtrooms —————————– A court in Darmstadt, in the German state of Hesse, has ruled that judges and public prosecutors must maintain religious neutrality while performing their duties, determining that wearing a…