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New study reveals unique proteins responsible for left-handedness
April 9, 2024
New study reveals unique proteins responsible for left-handedness
The study, which examined rare genetic variants in over 350,000 individuals, has revealed that tubulins, unique proteins responsible for building the internal skeletons of cells, play a significant role in determining hand dominance. These findings challenge common assumptions about the…
Afghanistan: Over 24,000 Herati families still homeless 6 months after earthquake, says UN
April 9, 2024
Afghanistan: Over 24,000 Herati families still homeless 6 months after earthquake, says UN
The United Nations Coordination Office for Humanitarian Assistance has announced that 24,800 Herati families impacted by the earthquake are residing in makeshift shelters like tents, reported Khaama Press. More details in the following report: In an article published yesterday, April…
Zambia: UN officials evaluate worst drought in two decades
April 9, 2024
Zambia: UN officials evaluate worst drought in two decades
Two senior U.N. officials have completed their assessment of Zambia’s severe drought, which has affected 8 million people and put 6 million at risk of food insecurity, VOA reported yesterday. The U.N. representatives have emphasized the urgent need for humanitarian…
More than 10,400 homes flooded across Russia
April 9, 2024
More than 10,400 homes flooded across Russia
Over 10,400 residential houses have been flooded in Russia’s western Siberia, the Volga region, and Urals, Xinhua reported yesterday. In the Orenburg region, more than 6,100 people have been evacuated, with 33 temporary accommodation centers set up for 33,000 people,…
George W. Bush Institute: Taliban should be designated as terrorist group
April 9, 2024
George W. Bush Institute: Taliban should be designated as terrorist group
The George W. Bush Institute has called on the international community, especially the United States, to designate the Taliban as a “terrorist group” due to their continued ties to “terrorist groups” and continued human rights violations in Afghanistan. The recent…
Pakistan: Grenade attack at mosque kills 1 cop, injures 6 others
April 9, 2024
Pakistan: Grenade attack at mosque kills 1 cop, injures 6 others
A police officer was killed and six others were injured on Monday in a grenade attack at a mosque in southwestern Pakistan, Arab News reported. No one immediately claimed responsibility for the attack which occurred near Quetta, the capital of…
Significant increase in violations against journalists, media institutions in Yemen during 2023, New report says
April 8, 2024
Significant increase in violations against journalists, media institutions in Yemen during 2023, New report says
A new report by a specialized media observatory has revealed a significant increase in violations against journalists and media institutions in Yemen during 2023, with a total of 54 recorded violations, indicating a noticeable deterioration in the conditions of journalists.…
At least 38 more Palestinians killed, 71 others injured over last 24 hours
April 8, 2024
At least 38 more Palestinians killed, 71 others injured over last 24 hours
At least 38 more Palestinians were killed and 71 others injured over the last 24 hours, as Israel continues its onslaught on the besieged Gaza Strip, the territory’s Health Ministry said on Sunday. “The Israeli forces committed four massacres against…
Holy Karbala prepares to receive pilgrims on Eid al-Fitr
April 8, 2024
Holy Karbala prepares to receive pilgrims on Eid al-Fitr
The local government in Holy Karbala and the Two Holy Shrines are preparing to receive the honorable pilgrims from Iraq and other Arab and foreign countries on the coming Eid al-Fitr. Millions of followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them,…
Believers commemorate 23rd demise anniversary of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Mohammad al-Husseini al-Shirazi
April 8, 2024
Believers commemorate 23rd demise anniversary of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Mohammad al-Husseini al-Shirazi
On his twenty-third demise anniversary, the office of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi in Sayyeda Zainab area in Syria held a memorial to commemorate the late Sultan of Authors Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Mohammad al-Husseini al-Shirazi. Hujjat al-Islam wal-Muslimin Sheikh…