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Researchers find association between early childhood tablet use and anger
August 20, 2024
Researchers find association between early childhood tablet use and anger
A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that tablet use by children at 3.5 years old was linked to increased expressions of anger and frustration a year later. Furthermore, children who exhibited more anger and frustration at 4.5 years…
IHC, Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation distribute drinking water to Holy Arbaeen pilgrims
August 20, 2024
IHC, Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation distribute drinking water to Holy Arbaeen pilgrims
As part of their ongoing humanitarian and service projects for the Holy Arba’een Pilgrimage of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, the UK-based Imam Hussein Charity (IHC) and Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development have begun distributing drinking water…
Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation launches ‘Pilgrim’s Chair’ initiative to help pilgrims with special needs
August 18, 2024
Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation launches ‘Pilgrim’s Chair’ initiative to help pilgrims with special needs
The Holy Karbala-based Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development, one of the humanitarian organizations affiliated to the office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi, has launched its ‘Pilgrim’s Chair’ initiative, which aims at assisting the elderly, people with disabilities and the…
More than 13,000 service units mobilized to serve honourable Arbaeen pilgrims
August 18, 2024
More than 13,000 service units mobilized to serve honourable Arbaeen pilgrims
More than 13,000 Mawakib (service units) have been mobilized in the holy city of Karbala and other provinces to provide services to the ever-growing number of pilgrims. The Governor of Holy Karbala, Nassif Jassim Al-Khattabi, stated that more than 13,000…
100,000 medical workers, ambulances and medical stations deployed to serve pilgrims during Holy Arba’een
August 18, 2024
100,000 medical workers, ambulances and medical stations deployed to serve pilgrims during Holy Arba’een
Iraq’s Minister of Health, Saleh Al-Hasnawi, announced on Saturday that 100,000 medical personnel will be participating in the health plan for the Arbaeen pilgrimage, confirming the deployment of medical stations and immediate ambulance services within the holy city of Karbala…
Iraq: Ya Zainab Route in Tuz Khurmatu hosts first central Husseini Mawakib and Procession
August 18, 2024
Iraq: Ya Zainab Route in Tuz Khurmatu hosts first central Husseini Mawakib and Procession
For the first time, the Iraqi city of Tuz Khurmatu witnessed the launch of a large central Mawkib to serve the pilgrims of the Holy Arbaeen of Imam Hussain, peace be upon him, along the “Ya Zainab” route, which passes…
Millions of fish perish in Iraq’s drought-stricken marshlands due to lack of rainfall, rising temperatures
August 18, 2024
Millions of fish perish in Iraq’s drought-stricken marshlands due to lack of rainfall, rising temperatures
A massive fish die-off in the drought-stricken marshlands of southern Iraq has sparked warnings from officials about a looming “environmental and economic catastrophe.” “Hawizeh Marshes have seen millions of fish die due to the failure to release water, leading to…
Israeli strike kills at least 10 people in southern Lebanon
August 18, 2024
Israeli strike kills at least 10 people in southern Lebanon
An Israeli airstrike has killed at least ten people in Nabatiyeh, a town in southern Lebanon, CNN said Saturday citing Lebanon’s Ministry of Health. In response to the attack, Hezbollah launched multiple retaliatory rockets targeting Israel. All of the victims…
Thailand: Shia Muslims launch humanitarian initiatives in commemoration of Holy Arba’een
August 18, 2024
Thailand: Shia Muslims launch humanitarian initiatives in commemoration of Holy Arba’een
Coinciding with the Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), a group of Shia youth in the Phatthalung province of Thailand organized a humanitarian initiative expressing their love and loyalty to the Master of Martyrs. The believers…
More than 2M pilgrims crossed Iran-Iraq border to participate in Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 18, 2024
More than 2M pilgrims crossed Iran-Iraq border to participate in Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
The Iranian Ministry of Interior announced that nearly two million Iranian pilgrims have crossed the Iran-Iraq border to participate in the Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him. Majid Mir Ahmadi, Deputy Minister of Interior and Head…