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UNICEF: 74 children killed in Gaza Strip during first week of 2025
January 12, 2025
UNICEF: 74 children killed in Gaza Strip during first week of 2025
At least 74 children have been killed in ongoing violence in the Gaza Strip during the first week of 2025, according to UNICEF. The fatalities occurred in several mass casualty events, including nighttime attacks in Gaza City, Khan Younis, and…
Syrian Intelligence Claims Thwarting ISIL Bombing Attempt on Holy Shrine Sayyida Zeinab, peace be upon her
January 12, 2025
Syrian Intelligence Claims Thwarting ISIL Bombing Attempt on Holy Shrine Sayyida Zeinab, peace be upon her
Syrian authorities say they have successfully foiled an attempt by ISIL (ISIS) to bomb the Sayyida Zeinab holy shrine, peace be upon her, in a Damascus suburb, Al Jazeera reported. Intelligence sources reported that several individuals were arrested in connection…
Study Unveils Profound Health Benefits for Seven Days of Fasting
January 12, 2025
Study Unveils Profound Health Benefits for Seven Days of Fasting
A study from Queen Mary University of London reveals significant health benefits from seven days of fasting, particularly after three days without food, SciTech Daily reported. This research, published in Nature Metabolism, demonstrates that fasting triggers systematic changes across multiple…
Gas station explosion in Yemen’s Al-Bayda kills 10, injures over 65
January 12, 2025
Gas station explosion in Yemen’s Al-Bayda kills 10, injures over 65
An explosion at a gas station in Yemen’s Al-Bayda province on Saturday claimed at least 10 lives and left more than 65 injured, according to a local government official. The blast occurred in Zaher district, triggering a chain reaction that…
Scientists Warn of Freshwater Crisis, Claiming One in Four Species Faces Extinction
January 12, 2025
Scientists Warn of Freshwater Crisis, Claiming One in Four Species Faces Extinction
A recent study reveals a dire situation for freshwater ecosystems, which cover less than 1% of Earth’s surface yet support over 10% of all known species, Earth.com reported in an article. Alarmingly, nearly 25% of these species, approximately 4,294, are…
Over 100,000 Displaced in Congo Amid Intensified Clashes Since Start of 2025
January 12, 2025
Over 100,000 Displaced in Congo Amid Intensified Clashes Since Start of 2025
The UN humanitarian coordinator for Congo, Bruno Lemarquis, reported that over 100,000 people have been displaced in Masisi territory since January 1, 2025, due to escalating clashes between the M23 rebel group and the Congolese army, Anadolu Agency reported. This…
Syria: Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi celebrates blessed birth of Imam Muhammad al-Jawad
January 12, 2025
Syria: Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi celebrates blessed birth of Imam Muhammad al-Jawad
A festive celebration marking the birthday of Imam Muhammad al-Jawad, peace be upon him, was held at the office of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Hosseini al-Shirazi in the Sayyeda Zainab area in Damascus. The ceremony witnessed the presence of numerous…
Governor of Michigan proclaims January as Muslim American Heritage Month
January 12, 2025
Governor of Michigan proclaims January as Muslim American Heritage Month
Governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, has declared January as Muslim American Heritage Month, highlighting the contributions of the state’s Muslim community, estimated at 240,000 people, news reports said Wednesday. “This month, we honor their achievements, reflect on their history, and…
Pakistan: 1,000 Shia Muslims killed or injured in a decade amid escalating violence against community
January 12, 2025
Pakistan: 1,000 Shia Muslims killed or injured in a decade amid escalating violence against community
In stark contrast to the vision of Pakistan’s founding leader, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who envisioned a state for all Muslims, Pakistan has become one of the most dangerous places for Shia Muslims. Recent attacks have highlighted the systematic persecution faced…
“Qur’an Recitation and Nasheed” competition held in Thailand promoting peace in the
January 12, 2025
“Qur’an Recitation and Nasheed” competition held in Thailand promoting peace in the
The 6th edition of the “Recitation and Nasheed for Peace in the South” competition was inaugurated at Hat Yai University, Thailand, on January 7, 2025. The event, organized under the patronage of the Songkhla provincial government, featured prominent participation from…