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New Book Exposes British Military’s Role in Iraq and Afghanistan Wars ………….. A new book titled Militarizing British Democracy: The Iraq and Afghanistan Wars and the Rise of Authoritarianism by political science professor Paul Dixon of Queen Mary University of…

Severe monsoon flooding across Pakistan’s Punjab province has submerged over 2,000 villages and affected more than two million people, causing widespread devastation to homes, farmland, and livestock. The worst floods in decades have displaced hundreds of thousands, destroyed vital crops,…

Burkina Faso Enacts Law Criminalizing Homosexuality …………. Burkina Faso’s transitional government has passed a law banning homosexuality, with offenders facing two to five years in prison and fines, Al Jazeera reported. The legislation was unanimously approved by 71 unelected members…

Experts Warn of Rising Health Risks from Teen Vaping …………… A group of leading cardiologists have raised alarm over the growing epidemic of teenage vaping, describing it as a potential “ticking time bomb,” The Telegraph reported. Presenting at the European…

Kuwait Replaces Jail Time with Community Service for Traffic Violations ——————————— In a significant overhaul of its traffic laws, Kuwait has officially replaced jail sentences for certain traffic offenses with mandatory community service, a move confirmed by the Ministry of…

Researchers find drug that is better than aspirin at preventing heart attacks ————————————— In a significant development that could reshape global heart disease treatment, a new study has found that the drug clopidogrel is more effective than aspirin at preventing…

Continued Executions in Saudi Arabia Spark Global Concern Over Human Rights ————————————— Amid promises of reform, Saudi Arabia faces mounting international criticism as executions continue, particularly affecting Shia communities in the Eastern Province. According to Shia Waves Persian citing Arabic…

Commemoration of 9th of Rabi‘ al-Awwal: From Betrayal of Saqifa Leaders to Fulfillment of Sayyida Fatimah’s Prayer ——————————————— The 9th of Rabi‘ al-Awwal holds special significance for Shia Muslims, marking the death of Umar ibn al-Khattab, a figure seen as…

Shia Teachers in Balkh Strive to Educate Underprivileged Students —————————– In Balkh province, Afghanistan, Shia teachers are using all available resources and forming dedicated educational teams to provide learning opportunities for underprivileged students. According to the Shia Waves Agency, despite…

Scientists Warn of Risks from “Mirror Life” Development ————————— A group of U.S. scientists has raised concerns about the potential dangers and consequences of developing “mirror life,” also known as “reflected life.” According to Shiite Waves Persian, citing Foreign Affairs,…