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Uzbekistan hosts global leaders to promote Islamic tolerance amid globalization and extremism
October 16, 2024
Uzbekistan hosts global leaders to promote Islamic tolerance amid globalization and extremism
Uzbekistan is hosting an international conference titled “Islam: Religion of Peace and Mercy” in the capital, Tashkent. The event, which began yesterday, brings together more than 70 influential figures from international organizations, religious leaders, and prominent scholars representing 22 countries.…
New Local Government Takes Office in Jammu and Kashmir
October 16, 2024
New Local Government Takes Office in Jammu and Kashmir
Omar Abdullah was sworn in as chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, leading a new local government formed after a five-year hiatus following the region’s loss of autonomy, Arab News reported today. Abdullah, who previously served from 2009…
Challenges Persist for Islamic Education in Spain
October 16, 2024
Challenges Persist for Islamic Education in Spain
Despite years of advocacy, Islamic education remains largely absent from the Spanish education system, The New Arab reported yesterday. A recent four-year pilot program in Catalonia aimed to introduce Islamic religious education as an elective but concluded without plans for…
Two Billion Women Lack Access to Social Protection, UN Women Report Reveals
October 16, 2024
Two Billion Women Lack Access to Social Protection, UN Women Report Reveals
A recent UN Women report highlights a staggering global crisis: two billion women and girls are without access to any form of social protection, exacerbating their vulnerability to poverty. As the world approaches the International Day for the Eradication of…
Council of Europe Urges Denmark to Increase Muslim Representation in Key Sectors
October 16, 2024
Council of Europe Urges Denmark to Increase Muslim Representation in Key Sectors
The Council of Europe has recommended that Denmark enhance the employment of Muslims in academic institutions and law enforcement agencies, Middle East Monitor reported yesterday. This call follows a report by Anadolu Agency, emphasizing the need for a national action…
Education Crisis Deepens in West and Central Africa Amidst Severe Flooding
October 16, 2024
Education Crisis Deepens in West and Central Africa Amidst Severe Flooding
Severe flooding has left about 10 million children in Nigeria, Mali, Niger, and the DRC out of school, worsening an already critical education crisis. Save the Children is urging urgent support for emergency relief and resilient school infrastructure. According to…
Sky’s the Limit: Air Taxi Market Poised for Rapid Growth Despite Challenges
October 16, 2024
Sky’s the Limit: Air Taxi Market Poised for Rapid Growth Despite Challenges
The air taxi market is on track to explode, projected to reach $80.3 billion by 2029, fueled by urban traffic congestion and the need for alternative transportation, an article by Al Jazeera revealed yesterday. However, experts warn that success hinges…
Pakistan Hosts Major Security Meeting Amid Rising Violence
October 16, 2024
Pakistan Hosts Major Security Meeting Amid Rising Violence
Pakistan is hosting a crucial security meeting this week, with leaders from China and India in attendance, as the nation grapples with escalating insurgent violence, VOA reported yesterday. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting, starting Tuesday, aims to address security concerns,…
Global Biodiversity Summit Faces Major Setback As 80% of Participating Countries Failed Submission of Plans
October 16, 2024
Global Biodiversity Summit Faces Major Setback As 80% of Participating Countries Failed Submission of Plans
As the COP16 summit approaches in Cali, Colombia, a new analysis reveals that over 80% of countries have failed to submit plans to meet a UN agreement aimed at halting ecosystem destruction, The Guardian reported yesterday. Nearly two years after…
Frontex: Irregular Crossings into EU Drop 42% in 2024
October 16, 2024
Frontex: Irregular Crossings into EU Drop 42% in 2024
Detected irregular crossings into the European Union fell by 42% in the first nine months of 2024, VOA reported yesterday citing the EU border agency Frontex. The total number of crossings decreased to 166,000 compared to the same period last…