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Shia Rights Watch releases its August report on anti-Shia rights violations
September 4, 2024
Shia Rights Watch releases its August report on anti-Shia rights violations
Shia Rights Watch (SRW) has released its August report, highlighting significant human rights violations against Shia Muslims in various countries. The report has detailed terrorist attacks, oppressive actions, and other violations that are difficult to document due to the lack…
Amid worsening economic conditions, over 72,000 Afghans flee to Iran, Pakistan in one week
September 4, 2024
Amid worsening economic conditions, over 72,000 Afghans flee to Iran, Pakistan in one week
Afghanistan’s migration crisis continues to escalate, with over 72,000 citizens fleeing to Iran and Pakistan in a single week, according to a report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Sep. 3. Between August 18-24, 2024, a total of…
UNRWA: Over 600,000 children in Gaza suffer severe trauma and are deprived of education
September 4, 2024
UNRWA: Over 600,000 children in Gaza suffer severe trauma and are deprived of education
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) reported that more than 600,000 children in Gaza are suffering from severe trauma and are deprived of education. UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini stated on ‘X’ that the schools for…
Tanzania hosts historic celebration to honour Quran reciters, memorizers
September 4, 2024
Tanzania hosts historic celebration to honour Quran reciters, memorizers
With more than 60,000 attendees from various parts of Africa, the city of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania has hosted a historic celebration organized by the Muslim World League to honor Quran reciters and memorizers. The event was graced by…
Heavy monsoon rains kill over 400 across India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh
September 4, 2024
Heavy monsoon rains kill over 400 across India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh
Heavy monsoon rains and floods have caused significant casualties in South Asia over the past two days. In southern India, 33 people have died, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states particularly affected. Torrential downpours have collapsed houses and disrupted transportation.…
UK-based “Who is Hussain?” charity carries out Husseini service activity in Lucknow, India
September 4, 2024
UK-based “Who is Hussain?” charity carries out Husseini service activity in Lucknow, India
The UK-based “Who is Hussain?” Charity’s team of Lucknow, India, has distributed cold water bottles, juices, food, and plants to take home in remembrance of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him. “Who is Hussein?” charity said on its official Facebook…
Rare collection of 27 silver roman coins discovered in Sicily
September 4, 2024
Rare collection of 27 silver roman coins discovered in Sicily
A rare collection of 27 silver Roman coins, dating from 94 to 74 B.C., was discovered on the remote island of Pantelleria, Sicily. The coins were found during a restoration project led by archaeologist Thomas Schaefer from the University of…
Washington D.C. witnesses Annual Arbaeen March amid large number of participants
September 4, 2024
Washington D.C. witnesses Annual Arbaeen March amid large number of participants
The U.S. capital, Washington D.C., witnessed the Annual Arbaeen March, amid participation from various Shia communities residing in the United States. The march took place in the metropolitan area, including Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C., as part of an annual…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi renews his gratitude to all believers on commemorating Imam Hussain’s sacred rituals
September 4, 2024
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi renews his gratitude to all believers on commemorating Imam Hussain’s sacred rituals
The Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, has renewed his gratitude and appreciation to all believers who participated in commemorating the Husayni rituals during the months of Muharram and Safar, as well as those who have organized…
Over Half of World Lacks Essential Micronutrients, Says New Harvard Study
September 3, 2024
Over Half of World Lacks Essential Micronutrients, Says New Harvard Study
A groundbreaking study by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, UC Santa Barbara, and GAIN reveals that over half of the global population suffers from inadequate intake of vital micronutrients, including calcium, iron, and vitamins C and E, SciTech…