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Lebanon Faces Severe Drought as Litani River Water Levels Hit Historic Low ………………….. Lebanon’s largest reservoir, Lake Qaraoun, has drastically shrunk as water levels in the Litani River reached historic lows, Reuters reported. Experts describe this as the worst drought…

Oxford Hosts Global Conference on Imam Ali’s Enduring Legacy …………….. The University of Oxford held an international academic conference from July 9 to 11, 2025, exploring the intellectual and cultural heritage of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (peace be upon…

MWL Launches New Strategic Plan and Governance Framework ……………… The Muslim World League (MWL) has unveiled an updated strategic plan and governance framework under the leadership of Secretary-General Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim al-Issa. The launch event at the MWL’s headquarters…

China Launches Advanced Ocean-Level Intelligent Research Vessel “Tongji” …………….. China’s first ocean-level intelligent scientific research vessel, Tongji, was delivered in Shanghai, boosting the marine research capabilities of top Chinese universities. Built by China State Shipbuilding Corp’s Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company…

Fatal Fire at Assisted Living Facility in Fall River Claims Nine Lives …………….. A devastating fire at Gabriel House, an assisted living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, resulted in nine deaths and left one resident critically injured, officials reported. The…

Algeria Launches Traveling Quran Recitation Caravan Across Mascara Province …………….. Algeria’s Ministry of Religious Affairs and Endowments, in collaboration with the Mascara Provincial Office of Tourism and Handicrafts, has initiated a traveling Quran recitation caravan. Launched on July 11 under…

Bitcoin Hits Record High Above $120,000 Amid Regulatory Optimism ………………….. Bitcoin surged past $120,000 on Monday, reaching an all-time high as U.S. lawmakers prepare to vote on crypto regulations that could strengthen institutional demand. The cryptocurrency peaked at $123,000 before…

Germany Vows to Honor Visa Pledges for Afghans Despite Policy Changes ………………. Germany has reaffirmed its commitment to processing visas for eligible Afghans, even as its federal admission program remains suspended, Khaama Press reported. The decision follows legal pressure after…

Iraq: “Amir al-Qurra” Quranic Program Launches with Recitations and Mourning Rituals ………………… The Holy Quran Scientific Assembly, affiliated to Al-Abbas Holy Shrine, has inaugurated the latest stage of its annual “Amir al-Qurra” (King of Quran Reciters) program. The opening ceremony…

Air India crash victims’ families dissatisfied with ‘vague’ initial report ————————— Families of the Air India crash victims expressed dissatisfaction with the preliminary investigation report, which revealed that both fuel switches were cut off immediately after takeoff, causing engine fuel…