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TikTok’s sponsorship of UK Muslim heritage event sparks Uyghur concerns
February 25, 2025
TikTok’s sponsorship of UK Muslim heritage event sparks Uyghur concerns
A British Parliament event celebrating the cultural contributions of Muslims in the UK has drawn criticism for its sponsorship by TikTok, a platform accused of suppressing content on human rights abuses against Uyghur Muslims, media reports said. The event, scheduled…
Mass Graves in Libya Highlight the Human Cost of Migration Crisis
February 25, 2025
Mass Graves in Libya Highlight the Human Cost of Migration Crisis
In the arid landscapes of southeast Libya, investigators have uncovered mass graves that reveal the horrific human toll of the migration crisis. The discovery of these graves, containing the remains of numerous victims, serves as a stark reminder of the…
EU Suspends Sanctions on Key Sectors in Syria to Support Reconstruction
February 25, 2025
EU Suspends Sanctions on Key Sectors in Syria to Support Reconstruction
The European Union has announced the suspension of sanctions on Syria’s energy, transport, and banking sectors to facilitate the country’s reconstruction following the fall of Bashar Assad’s regime, Anadolu Agency reported. The EU aims to enhance engagement with Syria’s people…
Thaksin Shinawatra Seeks Forgiveness From Muslims Over 2004 Tak Bai Massacre
February 25, 2025
Thaksin Shinawatra Seeks Forgiveness From Muslims Over 2004 Tak Bai Massacre
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has publicly sought forgiveness from Muslims for the 2004 Tak Bai massacre, where 78 protesters suffocated in army trucks during a crackdown, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at a school in Narathiwat province, Thaksin acknowledged…
Brain Stimulation Shows Promise for Treating Anxiety in Parkinson’s Patients
February 25, 2025
Brain Stimulation Shows Promise for Treating Anxiety in Parkinson’s Patients
Scientists have discovered that brain stimulation may alleviate anxiety in individuals with Parkinson’s disease, affecting over 10 million people globally, The Guardian reported. Research led by Dr. Lucia Ricciardi at City St George’s, University of London, reveals a strong connection…
Court Issues Arrest Warrants in 2014 Sit-In Case Involving Dr. Tahirul Qadri
February 25, 2025
Court Issues Arrest Warrants in 2014 Sit-In Case Involving Dr. Tahirul Qadri
The Judicial Magistrate of Secretariat, Shahzad Khan, has initiated proceedings against Dr. Tahirul Qadri, Chairman of Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT), in connection with the 2014 sit-in case, Dawn online newspaper reported. The court issued arrest warrants for MNA Khurram Shahzad,…
Amnesty International Calls for Stronger Digital Rights in Taiwan at RightsCon2025
February 25, 2025
Amnesty International Calls for Stronger Digital Rights in Taiwan at RightsCon2025
Amnesty International Taiwan, alongside six partner organizations, is set to present a joint statement to President Lai Ching-Te on February 25, emphasizing the need for robust human rights protections in the digital age. This statement will be delivered during RightsCon2025,…
Three Women Arrested for Distributing Quran in Srinagar, Released After Questioning
February 25, 2025
Three Women Arrested for Distributing Quran in Srinagar, Released After Questioning
Three women were detained by police in Rajbagh for distributing copies of the Holy Quran ahead of Ramzan, Free Press Kashmir reported. The incident raised concerns among local leaders, including PDP MLA Waheed Para, who described the detention as unjust.…
15th-century Alaca Imaret Mosque: A living example of Ottoman architecture
February 25, 2025
15th-century Alaca Imaret Mosque: A living example of Ottoman architecture
Alaca Imaret Mosque—a 15th-century Ottoman masterpiece—stands proudly in Thessaloniki, Greece. Formally known as Ishak Pasha Mosque, Alaca Imaret was built by order of the Ottoman general and statesman Ishak Pasha in 1484 A.D. The mosque’s design is a living example of…
Conservatives come out victorious in Germany’s parliamentary elections
February 24, 2025
Conservatives come out victorious in Germany’s parliamentary elections
Germany’s conservative coalition, consisting of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Christian Social Union (CSU), has emerged victorious in the parliamentary elections, securing 28.6% of the vote, Anadolu Agency reported citing the Electoral Commission on Monday. The far-right Alternative…