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More than a quarter of Syrians live in extreme poverty, World Bank warns
May 28, 2024
More than a quarter of Syrians live in extreme poverty, World Bank warns
The World Bank has reported that more than a quarter of Syrians are living in extreme poverty, after 13 years of conflict in the country, which has led to successive economic crises and left millions of people unable to secure…
Local government of Holy Karbala installs AI-powered surveillance camera system
May 28, 2024
Local government of Holy Karbala installs AI-powered surveillance camera system
The local government in the holy city of Karbala has announced the completion of the second phase of installing surveillance cameras and putting them into service, using an advanced system that utilizes artificial intelligence features to save time and provide…
London gears up to host “Muslim Film Festival” for Islamic films
May 28, 2024
London gears up to host “Muslim Film Festival” for Islamic films
The British capital, London, is preparing to host a “Muslim Film Festival” for Islamic films, challenging the stereotypical image of Muslims. The film festival director, Sajid Farda, announced that London is getting ready to host a film festival aimed at…
ILO: 27.6M people worldwide are exploited in forced labor
May 28, 2024
ILO: 27.6M people worldwide are exploited in forced labor
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has revealed in a report titled “Profits and Poverty, The Economics of Forced Labour” that approximately 27.6 million people worldwide are being exploited through forced labor. The ILO’s report highlights that 3.5 individuals per every…
In partnership with IHC, Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation continues its humanitarian programs
May 28, 2024
In partnership with IHC, Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation continues its humanitarian programs
In partnership with Imam Hussein Charity (IHC), the Holy Karbala-based Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development continues its entertainment program in the holy city. The foundation, one of the centres affiliated with the office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi, said…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine announces preparations for Arafa pilgrimage
May 27, 2024
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine announces preparations for Arafa pilgrimage
The Field Medical Center for Mass Gathering Medicine at Safeer al-Husseini Hospital, one of the medical centres affiliated to Imam Hussein Holy Shrine, has announced its readiness to provide medical services to pilgrims during the upcoming Arafa pilgrimage. The director…
AI’s Impact on Global Economy
May 27, 2024
AI’s Impact on Global Economy
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the world, and its economic impact is undoubtedly significant. AI has automated many tasks in the fields of writing, computing, data analysis, graphics, displacing some jobs but creating new ones. According to the global management…
Pakistan: Attack on outpost near Afghan border leaves 5 soldiers, 5 militants dead
May 27, 2024
Pakistan: Attack on outpost near Afghan border leaves 5 soldiers, 5 militants dead
A militant attack on a Pakistani security outpost near the Afghanistan border has left 5 soldiers and 5 assailants dead, with another 6 soldiers injured, VOA reported today. The attack occurred in the Tirah valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a…
104-year-old Iraqi woman arrives in Mecca to perform Hajj rituals
May 27, 2024
104-year-old Iraqi woman arrives in Mecca to perform Hajj rituals
A 104-year-old Iraqi woman named Kazimiya Hatim has arrived in Mecca to perform the Hajj pilgrimage, making her the oldest Iraqi pilgrim this year. Despite her advanced age, Kazimiya’s determination and faith have inspired many other pilgrims. The Iraqi Hajj…
Amid aids suspension, over 13M Yemenis experiencing acute food insecurity
May 27, 2024
Amid aids suspension, over 13M Yemenis experiencing acute food insecurity
A new UN report has highlighted that more than 13M people across Yemen are experiencing food insecurity due to the temporary suspension of food aid distribution for about 7 months. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs…