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Study Links Economic Sanctions to Rising Civilian Deaths Over Five Decades ——————————– A global study finds economic sanctions linked to tens of millions of civilian deaths over five decades, raising humanitarian concerns. A growing body of international research is intensifying…

Mounting Social, Economic and Rights Pressures Deepen Crisis in Afghanistan —————————————— Afghanistan is facing a growing multi-layered crisis as economic hardship, social tensions, security concerns and new legal restrictions increasingly affect daily life, according to field reports and UN assessments.…

Mecca Launches New Digital Service to Support Pilgrims ——————————- The authorities overseeing the Grand Mosque (Masjid al‑Haram) in Mecca have introduced a new digital service aimed at improving the experience and well‑being of pilgrims performing Hajj and Umrah. The announcement…

Quran Memorization Growing in US Muslim Households, Report Shows ——————————————- The practice of hifz (Quran memorization) is gaining momentum among Muslim families across the United States, driven by a renewed focus on religious education and community support, according to a…

UK Researchers Develop New Tool to Predict Who Is Most at Risk from Obesity‑Related Diseases ——————————————————— UK scientists have created a new predictive health tool designed to pinpoint which people are most likely to develop serious obesity‑related conditions, offering potential…

Texas Republicans Push “Sharia-Free America” Legislation Amid Concerns Over Religious Discrimination ————————- A new political initiative, the “Sharia-Free America Caucus”, has ignited debate in Texas, led by Republican lawmakers including Chip Roy and Keith Self. The caucus seeks to prevent…

AI‑Driven Abuse Escalates Against Women Journalists, Report Finds ————————— A new global study published ahead of World Press Freedom Day reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) is intensifying online abuse against women journalists and media workers, making harassment more frequent, sophisticated…

UN: Mental health support vital for women and girls in Afghanistan ————————————– UN says mental health support services are aiding Afghan women and girls cope with trauma, stress, and hardship under challenging humanitarian conditions. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)…

Piracy Surges Off Somalia’s Coast Amid Global Shipping Disruptions, Regional Tensions —————————————— Piracy off the coast of Somalia has risen sharply in recent weeks, reigniting international concern over maritime security in the Gulf of Aden and the broader Indian Ocean…

Iran-Linked Tensions Disrupt Global Electronics Supply Chain, Raising Concerns Over Raw Material Shortages ————————————– Escalating tensions involving Iran have begun to significantly disrupt the global electronics supply chain, limiting access to critical raw materials used in the production of advanced…