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Grand Ayatollah Shirazi’s scholarly meetings dubbed real-time in English
May 21, 2023
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi’s scholarly meetings dubbed real-time in English
For the first time, scholarly meetings of the Supreme ReligiousAuthority, Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Sadiq Hosseini Shirazi (may Allah prolong his life), are now dubbed into English real-time, Imam Hossein Media Group’s Central Office in Europe announced. Qasim Fahd, Director of…
Shia Followers of Ahlul Bayt worldwide celebrate joyous birth anniversary of Fatima al-Masoumeh
May 21, 2023
Shia Followers of Ahlul Bayt worldwide celebrate joyous birth anniversary of Fatima al-Masoumeh
Today, the first of the month of Dhu Qada, marks the birth anniversary of Sayyidah Fatima al-Masoumeh, peace be upon her. Accordingly, the devotees of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them) all over the world celebrate this day by holding…
G7 leaders call for international standards for artificial intelligence
May 21, 2023
G7 leaders call for international standards for artificial intelligence
In their meeting in Hiroshima, Japan, the leaders of the seven industrialized countries of the world, known as “G7”, called for the creation of standards to ensure that “artificial intelligence” is reliable and in accordance with shared democratic values of…
Nigerian Shias file petition against illegal destruction of their properties
May 21, 2023
Nigerian Shias file petition against illegal destruction of their properties
A group of Nigerian Shias have petitioned the Kaduna State High Court of Justice to issue a permanent injunction to stop the illegal destruction of their property by the state governor, Nasser al-Refai, and his supporters. In the summons prepared…
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces first day of holy month of Thul Qida
May 20, 2023
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces first day of holy month of Thul Qida
The office of the Supreme Religious Authority, His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, has announced that tomorrow is the first day of the month of Thul Qida. In a statement received by Shia Waves Agency, the office of…
Michigan’s Muslim Foster Care Association: Bringing Hope to Vulnerable Children
May 19, 2023
Michigan’s Muslim Foster Care Association: Bringing Hope to Vulnerable Children
Kalamazoo, Michigan – The Muslim Foster Care Association (MFCA) is making a profound impact in Michigan, providing hope and support to vulnerable children in foster care. These children, often survivors of trauma and abuse, including refugees unfamiliar with American culture,…
Int’l human rights organizations call on Expo2023 organizers to reject Saudi Arabia’s candidature
May 19, 2023
Int’l human rights organizations call on Expo2023 organizers to reject Saudi Arabia’s candidature
Twelve human rights organizations have urged the organizers of “Expo2030” to not allow Saudi Arabia to host this world event, noting that Saudi Arabia’s poor record on human rights will mire the event. Four countries have submitted competing candidatures to…
6.2 Million children affected in Turkey, Syria after massive earthquakes
May 19, 2023
6.2 Million children affected in Turkey, Syria after massive earthquakes
Millions of children have been severely affected by the quakes which hit the country earlier this year. Around 2.5 million children in Turkey and 3.7 million children in Syria have been desperately trying and struggling to rebuild their lives. UNICEF…
Human Rights Watch says Rohingya refugees face new risks as Bangladesh, Myanmar plan of repatriation
May 19, 2023
Human Rights Watch says Rohingya refugees face new risks as Bangladesh, Myanmar plan of repatriation
Human Rights Watch says Rohingya refugees face new risks as Bangladesh, Myanmar plan repatriation Human Rights Watch said today that Bangladesh and Myanmar are organising return of Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh to Myanmar’s Rakhine State which can cause great risks…
Karbala-based Alama Al-Hilli Religious Seminary resumes its scientific studies, research
May 19, 2023
Karbala-based Alama Al-Hilli Religious Seminary resumes its scientific studies, research
The Alama Al-Hilli Religious Seminary, affiliated to the Shirazi Religious Authority in Holy Karbala, has announced the resumption of its research programs and Hawza studies for the new year and for all classes. The head of the religious school, His…