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New Insights into Life’s Origins from Hydrothermal Vents
October 8, 2024
New Insights into Life’s Origins from Hydrothermal Vents
Researchers from RIKEN have discovered nanostructures at deep-ocean hydrothermal vents that resemble life’s building blocks, SciTech Daily reported yesterday. These self-organized structures act as selective ion channels and can generate energy, shedding light on the origins of life and enhancing…
World Teacher’s Day Celebration Banned in Afghanistan Amidst Educator Marginalization
October 8, 2024
World Teacher’s Day Celebration Banned in Afghanistan Amidst Educator Marginalization
The Taliban authorities have banned the celebration of World Teacher’s Day, deeming it un-Islamic, further marginalizing educators in the country, Hasht-e-Subh Daily reported yesterday. According to the article, over the past three years, many teachers have been dismissed due to…
Iraqi Airstrikes Target 6 ISIS Members in Salahaddin
October 8, 2024
Iraqi Airstrikes Target 6 ISIS Members in Salahaddin
Iraqi airstrikes in Salahaddin province killed six suspected ISIS members, Rudaw reported today citing the Iraqi army. The operation, which utilized F-16 aircraft, targeted a terrorist hideout in the al-Aith area and was described as a response to recent attacks…
IHC, Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation inaugurate 32rd well in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan
October 8, 2024
IHC, Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation inaugurate 32rd well in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan
As part of its humanitarian efforts, the UK-based Imam Hussain Charity (IHC), in collaboration with Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development, has inaugurated its 32nd well for potable water in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan. According to IHC, the inauguration ceremony was…
US report highlights alarming decline in religious freedom in India
October 8, 2024
US report highlights alarming decline in religious freedom in India
The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) released its latest report on October 2, 2024, detailing a sharp deterioration in religious freedom in India. The report highlights a rise in violent attacks on religious minorities, arbitrary arrests of…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi urges believers to celebrate blessed birth anniversary of Imam al-Askari
October 8, 2024
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi urges believers to celebrate blessed birth anniversary of Imam al-Askari
The Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, has called on Muslims, especially followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, to celebrate the blessed birth of Imam Hasan al-Askari, peace be upon him, on the 4th of Rabi’…
12th-century hijri Najdi-style Holy Quran showcases rich heritage at Riyadh Book Fair
October 8, 2024
12th-century hijri Najdi-style Holy Quran showcases rich heritage at Riyadh Book Fair
At the Riyadh International Book Fair, a rare Quran manuscript written in the “Najdi” script, featuring part of Surah Al-Baqarah, dating back to the 12th century Hijri, was on display. This valuable artifact is part of a vast collection of…
Somali army claims 59 Al-Shabaab militants killed in recent operations
October 8, 2024
Somali army claims 59 Al-Shabaab militants killed in recent operations
In a significant military operation, the Somali National Army (SNA) has reported the elimination of 59 militants from the militant group Al-Shabaab, news reports said. The operations were conducted in the Galgadud and Middle Shabelle regions, specifically near the localities…
For first time since liberation, Iraq’s Mosul hosts International Book Fair
October 7, 2024
For first time since liberation, Iraq’s Mosul hosts International Book Fair
For the first time since its liberation from ISIS, the Iraqi city of Mosul hosted an international book fair, with participation from over 100 publishing houses representing 14 Arab and foreign countries. The event saw a large public turnout, featuring…
“Visit My Mosque” campaign by Muslim Council of Britain sees record turnout
October 7, 2024
“Visit My Mosque” campaign by Muslim Council of Britain sees record turnout
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) announced a large turnout for its “Visit My Mosque” program, aimed at introducing non-Muslims to Islamic practices and beliefs through visits to mosques across the UK. The initiative saw thousands of visitors participate, as…