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Afghan women resort to virtual learning amid education ban

Afghan women resort to virtual learning amid education ban

Two online universities in the UK and the US say the ban on women’s education has led tens of thousands of Afghan girls to turn to their online educational programs. According to them, business and English language courses are among…
In conjunction with blessed birth of Sayyeda Fatima, Al-Abbas Holy Shrine launches its 6th annual ‘Rooh Al-Nobowa Festival’

In conjunction with blessed birth of Sayyeda Fatima, Al-Abbas Holy Shrine launches its 6th annual ‘Rooh Al-Nobowa Festival’

On the occasion of the joyful anniversary of the blessed birth of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra, peace be upon her, the Al-Abbas Holy Shrine began on Wednesday the activities of the 6th annual Rooh Al-Nobowa Festival, amid a participation of more…
Australia-based Imam Al-Hassan Al-Mujtaba Center continues its cultural, religious activities

Australia-based Imam Al-Hassan Al-Mujtaba Center continues its cultural, religious activities

The New South Wales-based Imam Al-Hassan Al-Mujtaba Center is intensifying its activities and events for Shia children and youth in Australia. The center’s organizers emphasized the need to increase activities and events for young children, which will enhance their religious…
Number of undocumented migrants almost doubled in Spain in 2023

Number of undocumented migrants almost doubled in Spain in 2023

Around 57,000 migrants entered Spain irregularly last year, almost double the 2022 number as arrivals on the Canary Islands in fragile boats from west Africa surged to record levels, official data showed on Wednesday, Reuters reported. The Spanish government last…
Ukraine and Russia carry out biggest prisoner swap since war began

Ukraine and Russia carry out biggest prisoner swap since war began

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged hundreds of prisoners of war in the biggest single release of captives since Russia’s invasion began in February 2022. Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday that 230 of its prisoners were released while Russia said 248…
New antibiotic uses novel method to target deadly drug-resistant bacteria, study says

New antibiotic uses novel method to target deadly drug-resistant bacteria, study says

Scientists say they have developed a new type of antibiotic to treat bacteria that is resistant to most current antibiotics and kills a large percentage of people with an invasive infection. Zosurabalpin defeated highly drug-resistant strains of Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii…
Pakistan Election Subject To ‘Pre-Poll Rigging,’ says Rights Watchdog

Pakistan Election Subject To ‘Pre-Poll Rigging,’ says Rights Watchdog

Jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party is being targeted by “systematic dismemberment” and “pre-poll rigging”, a rights watchdog said on January 2, casting doubt on the fairness of upcoming elections. Nomination papers for Khan and the majority of…
Security stability, economic recovery boost tourism in Iraq

Security stability, economic recovery boost tourism in Iraq

According to a report recently published by the independent website “iol”, Iraq has reached a state of recovery and openness to the world to attract tourists and visitors who wish to visit its holy cities, its cultural landmarks and its…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine puts final designs for psychiatric hospital in Holy Karbala

Imam Hussein Holy Shrine puts final designs for psychiatric hospital in Holy Karbala

The Engineering Projects Department at Imam Hussein Holy Shrine announced that it has completed the final designs for the construction of the Warith Psychiatric Hospital in the holy city of Karbala. In a statement to Shia Waves Agency, Hussein Reza…
Iran: Two ‘terrorist’ explosions kill over 100, injure scores near Kerman Martyrs Cemetery

Iran: Two ‘terrorist’ explosions kill over 100, injure scores near Kerman Martyrs Cemetery

This evening, January 3, 2023, two explosions occurred 10 minutes apart in the vicinity of Kerman’s Gulzar-e Shuhada, Iranian local media reported. Officials of the cemetery initially stated that the ‘blast’ sound emanated from the explosion of several gas canisters,…
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