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Migration of U.S. Scientists Boosts Global Universities Amid Academic Freedom Concerns ————————————– A growing number of scientists are leaving the United States for universities and research centers abroad, amid concerns over political decisions affecting research funding and academic freedom. The…

Vatican Issues Unusual Direct Appeal to U.S., Israel to End War ——————————— The Vatican has made a rare direct appeal to the United States and Israel, calling for an end to escalating regional conflict and urging restraint in ongoing military…

Pilgrims Mark ‘International Day of Supporting the Askari Imams’ in Samarra ———————————————— Large crowds of pilgrims are set to gather on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan to commemorate the “International Day of Supporting the Askari Imams”…

March 18 Marks First Spacewalk, Humanity’s Milestones in Space Exploration —————————– March 18 is celebrated annually as the anniversary of the first-ever spacewalk, a groundbreaking event in human space exploration that opened new frontiers beyond our planet. A spacewalk, or…

March 18 Marks World Recycling Day: Importance of Environmental Protection in Islamic Teachings ————————————— March 18 is celebrated annually as World Recycling Day, a day aimed at raising public awareness about reducing waste, using natural resources responsibly, and protecting the…

Belgium Plans to Ban Religious and Political Symbols in Public Schools ————————————— Belgium is set to ban visible religious and political symbols in public schools starting next academic year, after initial approval by the education committee of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation…

One Year After Coastal Massacres, Economic Hardship Deepens for Syria’s Alawite Community —————————– A year after the March 2025 coastal massacres in Syria, members of the Alawite community in coastal regions are facing worsening economic and humanitarian conditions, amid rising…

Social Media Reshapes Global Economy, Consumer Behavior ——————————- Social media platforms are playing an increasingly influential role in shaping the global economy and transforming consumer behavior, emerging as key tools in modern marketing and digital commerce. Recent data indicates that…

UN Continues Support for Afghan Women as Rights Groups Warn of New Legal Restrictions —————————— The UN Women has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting women and girls in Afghanistan despite ongoing instability and sweeping restrictions on their rights. According to…

UNESCO Calls for Sweeping Higher Education Reforms to Address Global Changes ————————— The UNESCO has urged comprehensive reforms in higher education systems worldwide, warning that incremental changes are no longer sufficient to meet rapidly evolving global challenges. The call came…