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Hundreds of Shia mourners commemorate martyrdom of Imam Ali in Hyderabad, India
April 1, 2024
Hundreds of Shia mourners commemorate martyrdom of Imam Ali in Hyderabad, India
The Indian newspaper “Wake Up Telangana” reported that hundreds of followers of the Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, in Hyderabad and several other cities and states participated in commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, peace be upon…
Vatican Advisor: Imam Ali bin Abi Talib is the Imam of humanity and justice
April 1, 2024
Vatican Advisor: Imam Ali bin Abi Talib is the Imam of humanity and justice
Father Sunmar Ganem Telkeif, advisor and ambassador of the Vatican to the Arab Mashriq—countries on the eastern part of the Arab world—visited the holy shrine of the Commander of the Faithful, Imam Ali, peace be upon him, in Holy Najaf,…
Afghanistan: Landmine explosion kills 9 school children
April 1, 2024
Afghanistan: Landmine explosion kills 9 school children
Nine kids lost their lives in an explosion in southeastern Afghanistan triggered by a landmine that was planted during the country’s long history of conflict, Dawn online news agency reported today. The incident occurred when a group of young boys…
Heavy rainfall across Afghanistan leaves more than 540 homes damaged, UN reports
April 1, 2024
Heavy rainfall across Afghanistan leaves more than 540 homes damaged, UN reports
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has announced that heavy rainfall across Afghanistan from March 29-30 has severely damaged over 540 residences, agricultural land, and critical infrastructure in seven provinces. More details in the following…
Millions hungry as extreme drought haunts southern Africa
April 1, 2024
Millions hungry as extreme drought haunts southern Africa
The drought in Zimbabwe, neighboring Zambia and Malawi has reached crisis levels, with 2.7 million struggling with acute hunger in rural Zimbabwe, according to an article by the Associated Press. According to UNICEF, in southern Africa, an estimated 9 million…
AI could contribute up to $15.7 trillion to global economy in 2030, study says
March 31, 2024
AI could contribute up to $15.7 trillion to global economy in 2030, study says
A recent report has predicted that artificial intelligence will contribute to a global increase in GDP of around $15.7 trillion by 2030, exceeding the current GDP of China and India combined. The report—by the leading professional services company “PricewaterhouseCoopers”, which…
Scientists endeavor to spot cancer signs prior to symptoms
March 31, 2024
Scientists endeavor to spot cancer signs prior to symptoms
Researchers at a newly established cancer institute at Cambridge University have initiated a study aimed at identifying cellular changes occurring years prior to tumor formation, the Guardian reported. This research is expected to pave the way for innovative approaches to…
Australia: Shia community commemorates martyrdom of Imam Ali, blessed Laylat al-Qadr
March 31, 2024
Australia: Shia community commemorates martyrdom of Imam Ali, blessed Laylat al-Qadr
Shia communities in New South Wales, Australia, have expressed their heartfelt condolences on the painful anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Ali, peace be upon him. The Ahlulbayt Center in the city hosted a large gathering of Shia communities to…
Holy Karbala-based Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation continues its “Holy Karbala Vision” studies
March 31, 2024
Holy Karbala-based Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation continues its “Holy Karbala Vision” studies
By 2030, the holy city of Karbala is expected to receive more than “50 million” pilgrims during the Holy Arbaeen, according to a study conducted by Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development. According to the study, the numbers of…
Local government in Holy Najaf announces full-scale security plan ahead of Imam Ali’s martyrdom
March 31, 2024
Local government in Holy Najaf announces full-scale security plan ahead of Imam Ali’s martyrdom
Security officials in Holy Najaf have confirmed the preparation of a comprehensive and extensive security plan to secure the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Ali, peace be upon him. The holy city of Najaf witnessed a large influx of…