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Recent ban on cousin marriage in Denmark and Sweden faces pushback in local communities
October 27, 2024
Recent ban on cousin marriage in Denmark and Sweden faces pushback in local communities
Denmark and Sweden’s recent decision to ban cousin marriage has sparked widespread controversy, especially among foreign communities where such unions are traditionally common. The decision was released following health reports linking a rise in physical disabilities among children to consanguineous…
Polio outbreak poses grave risk to Yemeni children amid worsening health crisis, UN warns
October 27, 2024
Polio outbreak poses grave risk to Yemeni children amid worsening health crisis, UN warns
The United Nations has raised alarms over the continued spread of mutated polio in Yemen, where 273 cases have been recorded over the past three years amid a collapsing health system and declining immunization rates. The World Health Organization (WHO)…
Thousands rally in London against racism and Islamophobia amid heightened security
October 27, 2024
Thousands rally in London against racism and Islamophobia amid heightened security
Thousands of protesters gathered in London’s Piccadilly Square on Saturday to denounce racism and Islamophobia in response to a far-right march on Whitehall, near the Prime Minister’s office. The far-right protest was organized by Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, known as Tommy Robinson,…
Freemuslim Association urges UN to revive its humanitarian role amid worsening global crises
October 27, 2024
Freemuslim Association urges UN to revive its humanitarian role amid worsening global crises
On the 77th anniversary of the United Nations, the Freemuslim Association—a global anti-violence organization— called on the UN to revitalize its humanitarian mission amid escalating global crises and mounting challenges in achieving its foundational goals. In a statement, the organization…
Europe Ends Daylight Saving Time Amid Health Concerns
October 27, 2024
Europe Ends Daylight Saving Time Amid Health Concerns
Most of Europe will end daylight saving time (DST) this weekend, turning clocks back one hour, Euro News reported yesterday. This biannual time change, which occurs in spring and autumn, has been standard practice for years. However, health experts warn…
New Camera Technology Reveals Animal Color Perception
October 27, 2024
New Camera Technology Reveals Animal Color Perception
A groundbreaking camera system developed by researcher Vera Vasas and her team at George Mason University allows humans to experience the world through the eyes of various animal species, Earth.com reported yesterday. This innovative technology captures colors as animals perceive…
Taliban Issues List of 400 Banned Books to Libraries
October 27, 2024
Taliban Issues List of 400 Banned Books to Libraries
The Taliban has distributed a list of 400 banned books to libraries in Kabul, prohibiting their sale and mandating the removal of works deemed incompatible with Taliban principles, Amu TV reported yesterday. The banned titles encompass a wide range of…
Over 600 Million Women, Girls Affected by War: UN Report Highlights Crisis in Conflict Zones
October 27, 2024
Over 600 Million Women, Girls Affected by War: UN Report Highlights Crisis in Conflict Zones
A recent UN report reveals that over 600 million women and girls are currently affected by war, a staggering 50% increase in just a decade, Arab News reported yesterday. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns that generational gains in women’s rights…
Nearly 130 Dead or Missing in Philippines Flooding and Landslides
October 27, 2024
Nearly 130 Dead or Missing in Philippines Flooding and Landslides
Nearly 130 people are dead or missing following severe flooding and landslides triggered by Tropical Storm Trami, News 40 WNKY reported. The storm, which moved away from the northwestern Philippines on Friday, has left at least 85 confirmed dead and…
Israeli Military Completes Targeted Airstrikes on Iranian Facilities
October 26, 2024
Israeli Military Completes Targeted Airstrikes on Iranian Facilities
The Israeli military announced on Saturday, October 26, the completion of targeted airstrikes against Iranian military facilities. The strikes aimed at missile manufacturing sites believed to have produced missiles used in attacks against Israel over the past year. This military…