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Nepal villagers struggle for survival in wake of powerful earthquake that shook its northwest, killing 157

Nepal villagers struggle for survival in wake of powerful earthquake that shook its northwest, killing 157

Villagers in the mountains of northwest Nepal mourn over loved ones who perished in an earthquake that shook the area Friday night. The strong tremblor killed 157 people, injured 184, and left thousands homeless, local authorities confirmed. Victims were from…
At least seven dead and several missing as Storm Ciarán lashes Italy

At least seven dead and several missing as Storm Ciarán lashes Italy

At least seven people have been killed in central Tuscany when Storm Ciaran swept through Italy after causing chaos in more western parts of Europe. Italian Civil Protection authorities said that 200 millimetres (nearly eight inches) of rain fell in…
UN voices concern over worsening humanitarian situation in Sudan’s Darfur amid relentless conflict

UN voices concern over worsening humanitarian situation in Sudan’s Darfur amid relentless conflict

The U.N.’s humanitarian agency is warning that the situation for civilians in Sudan’s volatile Darfur region is worsening as fighting between the country’s two rival armed groups escalates and intercommunal tensions rise. It reports renewed clashes between the Sudan Armed…
Ongoing violence against Shiites claim more lives in Pakistan’s Parachinar

Ongoing violence against Shiites claim more lives in Pakistan’s Parachinar

Sectarian violence in Pakistan has resulted in much bloodshed in a country already grappling with political and economic crises. Armed terrorist militia driven by anti-Shia hatred and plots of insurgency have stripped the Parachinar region of peace and security. The…
Construction of Husseini Holy Camp reaches advanced stages

Construction of Husseini Holy Camp reaches advanced stages

The Department of the Husseini Holy Camp, affiliated to the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine, has announced that the construction project is continuing with advanced completion rates in roofing the outer courtyard of the holy site. He explained that “this project…
Amnesty International accuses Facebook of human rights violations in Ethiopia

Amnesty International accuses Facebook of human rights violations in Ethiopia

A new report by Amnesty International, released on Tuesday, found that Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, contributed to the exacerbation of human rights violations during the armed conflict in northern Ethiopia from November 2020 to November 2022. The…
Mishbah Al-Hussein Foundation discusses issue of electricity during Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage

Mishbah Al-Hussein Foundation discusses issue of electricity during Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage

The Mishbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development in the holy province of Karbala, discussed the issue of electricity in the city; in its last session held on Saturday; to find solutions to this important sector, especially during the Holy…
Iraqis celebrate 103rd anniversary of 1920 Revolution, honoring its leader Imam Sheikh Shirazi

Iraqis celebrate 103rd anniversary of 1920 Revolution, honoring its leader Imam Sheikh Shirazi

The Iraqi people have celebrated the 103rd anniversary of the 1920 Revolution, a major uprising against the British colonization of Iraq. The revolution was led by the late Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Muhammad Taqi al-Shirazi, who issued a fatwa calling for…
Shia Rights Watch releases its October report, documenting top anti-Shia attacks

Shia Rights Watch releases its October report, documenting top anti-Shia attacks

Shia Rights Watch(SRW) released its monthly report for October 2023, documenting the most prominent human rights violations against individuals and Shia Muslim communities in several countries around the world. The report covered Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq,…
Egyptians hold special ceremonies to commemorate arrival of Imam Hussein’s holy head to Cairo

Egyptians hold special ceremonies to commemorate arrival of Imam Hussein’s holy head to Cairo

According to Egyptian media outlets, Egyptians and Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, have begun special ceremonies to commemorate the arrival of the head of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, to its blessed location in his mosque…
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