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UN: 17.1 million Yemenis face acute food insecurity in 2025
February 10, 2025
UN: 17.1 million Yemenis face acute food insecurity in 2025
The United Nations has reported that over 17 million people in Yemen will face acute food insecurity this year, with the majority located in the northern regions of the country. In its “2025 Yemen Humanitarian Response Plan” report released on…
Tatarstan launches 25th One-Day Islamic School ahead of blessed month of Ramadan
February 10, 2025
Tatarstan launches 25th One-Day Islamic School ahead of blessed month of Ramadan
The 25th edition of the One-Day Islamic School has begun in Tatarstan, offering new Muslims essential lessons on Islamic practices ahead of Ramadan. More than 250 participants joined the program, which covers prayer, ablution, Quran recitation, and fundamental Islamic teachings.…
AI-driven automation fuels rising unemployment in US IT sector
February 10, 2025
AI-driven automation fuels rising unemployment in US IT sector
The US IT sector is experiencing a surge in unemployment rates, driven by the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies. According to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), the unemployment rate in the IT sector rose from 3.9%…
HRW Calls for Repatriation of Nationals from Syrian Detainment Camps
February 10, 2025
HRW Calls for Repatriation of Nationals from Syrian Detainment Camps
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged nations Friday to urgently repatriate their citizens trapped in Syrian detainment camps, where thousands are living in life-threatening conditions, Jurist News reported. HRW emphasized that governments must fulfill their international legal obligations by prosecuting…
G42, Microsoft Launch Responsible AI Foundation in Abu Dhabi
February 10, 2025
G42, Microsoft Launch Responsible AI Foundation in Abu Dhabi
G42, an Emirati AI company, and Microsoft launched the Responsible AI Foundation, the first of its kind in the Middle East, Arab News reported. The foundation aims to establish responsible AI standards and best practices across the region and the…
Study Reveals Low Effective Treatment Rates for Mental Health Disorders
February 10, 2025
Study Reveals Low Effective Treatment Rates for Mental Health Disorders
A global study conducted by researchers from the University of British Columbia and Harvard Medical School has found that only 6.9% of individuals with mental health or substance use disorders receive effective treatment, SciTech Daily reported. Analyzing survey data from…
Greece Extends School Closures on Aegean Islands Due to Earthquake Activity
February 10, 2025
Greece Extends School Closures on Aegean Islands Due to Earthquake Activity
Schools on the Aegean islands of Santorini, Ios, Anafi, and Amorgos will remain closed until February 14, following a decision by Greek authorities in response to recent seismic activity, as reported by public broadcaster ERT, Anadolu Agency reported. A committee…
Kurdish Officials Warn of Islamic State Resurgence Amid US Aid Cuts
February 10, 2025
Kurdish Officials Warn of Islamic State Resurgence Amid US Aid Cuts
Kurdish officials in north-east Syria have raised alarms about a potential resurgence of ISIS as US foreign aid cuts loom, The Guardian reported. The cuts threaten essential services for tens of thousands detained in camps like al-Hol, which houses suspected…
CAIR unveils 2025 Ramadan toolkit for workplace and school accommodations
February 9, 2025
CAIR unveils 2025 Ramadan toolkit for workplace and school accommodations
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has released its 2025 Ramadan Toolkit, a comprehensive resource aimed at assisting Muslim employees, students, and community members in securing religious accommodations in professional and academic environments. The toolkit consolidates guidance on requesting schedule…
Nearly 11,000 deported migrants arrive in Mexico
February 9, 2025
Nearly 11,000 deported migrants arrive in Mexico
Mexico has received almost 11,000 deported migrants from the United States since President Donald Trump took office on January 20, according to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The figure, announced on February 7, includes approximately 2,500 non-Mexican nationals. Earlier this week,…