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Gene Therapy Breakthrough Restores Vision to Blind Patients
September 21, 2024
Gene Therapy Breakthrough Restores Vision to Blind Patients
Researchers at the University of Florida have developed a groundbreaking gene therapy for Leber congenital amaurosis type I (LCA1), a rare genetic blindness affecting about 3,000 people in the U.S. and Europe, SciTech Daily reported on Friday. In a small…
AI Learning to Think Like Humans: New Research Insights
September 21, 2024
AI Learning to Think Like Humans: New Research Insights
A recent review published in Trends in Cognitive Sciences highlights how artificial intelligence (AI) is learning through cognitive processes akin to human thought, SciTeck Daily revealed. Led by Tania Lombrozo, a professor at Princeton University, the research identifies that AI…
Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation showcases its latest publication at Baghdad International Fair
September 21, 2024
Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation showcases its latest publication at Baghdad International Fair
As part of its ongoing activities during cultural events, Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development showcased its latest publication, “Thank You, Iraq,” at the Baghdad International Fair. The book features excerpts from speeches, letters, and discussions of Grand Ayatollah…
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi congratulates Muslims on blessed births of Holy Prophet, Imam Al-Sadiq
September 21, 2024
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi congratulates Muslims on blessed births of Holy Prophet, Imam Al-Sadiq
The office of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, extended warm congratulations to the Islamic world on the occasion of the blessed birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad and his grandson, Imam Al-Sadiq, peace be upon them. On this significant…
Turkish authorities arrest 88 ISIS suspects in nationwide operations
September 21, 2024
Turkish authorities arrest 88 ISIS suspects in nationwide operations
Turkey’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on Friday the arrest of 88 individuals suspected of links to ISIS. The arrests were made during coordinated operations that have been ongoing for five days across 23 provinces, involving intelligence and counter-terrorism units.…
17th of Rabi’ al-Awwal marks beginning of ten-day period celebrating blessed Birth of Prophet Muhammad, Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq, peace be upon them
September 21, 2024
17th of Rabi’ al-Awwal marks beginning of ten-day period celebrating blessed Birth of Prophet Muhammad, Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq, peace be upon them
On the 17th of Rabi’ al-Awwal, Muslims around the world commemorate the blessed birth of the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his family) and Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) with joyous celebrations. This significant occasion marks…
Militants kill at least six in Pakistan security post attack
September 21, 2024
Militants kill at least six in Pakistan security post attack
Militants attacked a security post in northwest Pakistan late Thursday, killing at least six personnel, the military reported on Friday. The attackers, from the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), attempted to storm the post, but their efforts were repelled by security forces…
Nearly 70,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine conflict, new analysis reveals
September 21, 2024
Nearly 70,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine conflict, new analysis reveals
The BBC and independent Russian news outlet Mediazona reported on Friday that approximately 70,000 Russian soldiers have been killed since the Russian-Ukrainian war began. This figure is based on publicly available information, including official statements, death notices, social media posts,…
New blood test may identify children at risk for diabetes, heart diseases
September 21, 2024
New blood test may identify children at risk for diabetes, heart diseases
Scientists at King’s College London have developed a new blood test that could help detect children at risk of serious health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, liver, and heart disease, The Guardian reported. The test analyzes lipids, which are…
Alarming Pattern of Blasphemy-Related Killings in Pakistan
September 20, 2024
Alarming Pattern of Blasphemy-Related Killings in Pakistan
On September 19, police in Sindh, Pakistan, reported the shooting death of doctor Shah Nawaz, who faced blasphemy allegations, VOA revealed. During a raid intended to arrest him, police claimed Nawaz and an accomplice, fleeing on a motorcycle, opened fire,…