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Verified News: Pope Leo XIV Calls for Reduction of Violence and Peace in the Middle East ————————————– Pope Leo XIV, the first American‑born pontiff, has issued a renewed appeal for peace and a reduction in violence related to the ongoing…

NYC Mayor Mamdani Calls for Opposition to War Amid Middle East Tensions —————————— New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has reiterated his opposition to expanding military conflict in the Middle East, emphasizing moral, economic, and political concerns and urging peaceful…

Sheikh Baha’i Remembered for Enduring Legacy in Science, Architecture, Shia Civilization ————————————– The anniversary of the death of Sheikh Baha’i, observed on the 12th of Shawwal, has renewed attention to the influential scholar’s lasting contributions to science, religious scholarship, and…

Middle East Tensions Add Pressure to Global Economy, Key Sectors Face Strain ———————————- Ongoing tensions in the Middle East are contributing to heightened global economic uncertainty, with rising energy costs, market volatility, and sector-specific disruptions affecting economies worldwide. According to…

Grand Ayatollah Sistani Affirms Relief Work in Southern Lebanon as Religious Duty ————————————– The office of the eminent Shia Marja, Grand Ayatullah Ali al-Sistani, has affirmed that ongoing humanitarian and rescue efforts in southern Lebanon may rise to the level…

Study Links E-Cigarettes to Increased Risk of Lung and Oral Cancer ————————————- A new study has raised concerns that nicotine-containing e-cigarettes may increase the risk of lung and oral cancers, adding to growing global warnings about their health impacts, particularly…

Scientists Find Plants Can “Count” and Learn Patterns Without a Brain ———————————— New research from William & Mary suggests that plants may process information and “count” environmental events, challenging the long-held view that learning requires a brain. The study, published…

Texas Congressman Faces Backlash Over Anti-Muslim Social Media Post ———————————- Republican U.S. Rep. Chip Roy of Texas’ 21st Congressional District has sparked widespread criticism after posting on social media: “No more Muslims. No more criminals. No more marxists. No more…

Rising Islamophobia Fuels Anxiety Among Young Muslims in Australia ———————————— Young Muslims across Australia are reporting increased fear and alienation amid a rise in anti-Muslim rhetoric and the recent electoral success of Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party, according to The…

Humanitarian Aid Arrives in Iran from Iraq and Pakistan Amid Crisis ————————————- Iran has received significant humanitarian aid shipments from neighboring countries to support relief efforts in areas affected by ongoing crises. The second large shipment from Iraq included 27…