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Millions of plastic pellets wash up on Spanish shore, raising concern among environmentalists
January 9, 2024
Millions of plastic pellets wash up on Spanish shore, raising concern among environmentalists
Millions of plastic pellets have washed up on the shores of a beach in Spain, causing concern among environmentalists, Reuters said in an article it published on Monday. The pellets are used to produce items, such as water bottles and…
General Assembly of Shia Scholars in Australia discusses various issues to better serve Shia community
January 9, 2024
General Assembly of Shia Scholars in Australia discusses various issues to better serve Shia community
The General Assembly of Shia Scholars in Newport, New South Wales, Australia, held a new meeting to discuss a number of topics on the Islamic and Shia spheres. In a statement published on its official website and viewed by Shia…
Shia Muslims in Africa hold celebrations to honor blessed birth of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra
January 9, 2024
Shia Muslims in Africa hold celebrations to honor blessed birth of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra
Several African cities witnessed large processions and major celebrations in commemoration of the birth of Fatima Zahra (peace be upon her) Major events and celebrations were held in a number of African countries to commemorate the blessed birth of Sayyeda…
OCHA: Afghanistan faces severe climate crisis amid ongoing economic, social challenges
January 9, 2024
OCHA: Afghanistan faces severe climate crisis amid ongoing economic, social challenges
Afghanistan is grappling with a severe climate crisis, marked by its third consecutive year of drought-like conditions, reported the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Aid (OCHA) on Monday. This follows the worst year-round drought in 30 years…
Pakistan decries its unjustified placement by US on religious freedom watch list
January 9, 2024
Pakistan decries its unjustified placement by US on religious freedom watch list
Pakistan on Monday “categorically rejected” its designation as a “Country of Particular Concern (CPC)” by the US State Department under the International Religious Freedom Act, stressing it is a “pluralistic country, with a rich tradition of interfaith harmony.” Reacting to…
Kashmiris demand settlement of Kashmir dispute within UN framework
January 9, 2024
Kashmiris demand settlement of Kashmir dispute within UN framework
The people of Jammu and Kashmir want peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute by exercising their right to self-determination through a free and impartial plebiscite held under the supervision of the United Nations. According to activists, the India’s militarily and…
New research warns of hidden dangers of Teen Cannabis Use
January 8, 2024
New research warns of hidden dangers of Teen Cannabis Use
In a rapidly changing landscape of cannabis products, a recent study highlights the alarming susceptibility of the adolescent brain to the harms of THC.The research, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, found that adolescents who use cannabis are twice…
Iraq, Saudi Arabia cooperate to enlist “Old Pilgrimage Road” on World Heritage List
January 8, 2024
Iraq, Saudi Arabia cooperate to enlist “Old Pilgrimage Road” on World Heritage List
The Iraqi Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities announced that it has prepared a plan with the Saudi Heritage Authority to manage the Old Pilgrimage Road, as part of the requirements for nominating the road to the World Heritage List.…
Muslim youth sent to jail for offering ‘azan’ at 250-year-old mosque in India
January 8, 2024
Muslim youth sent to jail for offering ‘azan’ at 250-year-old mosque in India
A Muslim man was arrested and sent to jail on Saturday for offering ‘azan’ at a 250-year-old mosque in India’s Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli. Umar Qureshi was booked under IPC section 505 (promoting enmity) and IT Act following a complaint by…
Iraqi PM inaugurates “Ya Hussein” road in Dhi Qar Governorate
January 8, 2024
Iraqi PM inaugurates “Ya Hussein” road in Dhi Qar Governorate
In the presence of Iraq’s Prime Minister, Muhammad Shaya’a al-Sudani, and other officials and local residents, Dhi Qar governorate in southern Iraq witnessed today Monday the opening of “Ya Hussein” road project. This project, with a total length of three…