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UNICEF warns of dire consequences of Israel’s blockade on Gaza
March 9, 2025
UNICEF warns of dire consequences of Israel’s blockade on Gaza
The United Nations agency for children, UNICEF, has raised alarms over the life-threatening effects of Israel’s renewed blockade on the Gaza Strip, warning that Palestinian children could die as a result. Following the expiration of a truce deal with Hamas…
Wage gap between native Germans and immigrants remains high, expert says
March 9, 2025
Wage gap between native Germans and immigrants remains high, expert says
A Kurdish researcher has revealed that immigrants in Germany earn approximately 70% less than native Germans, based on his research. Agid Pozdemir, head of the Mosaic Organization, emphasized that immigrants face prejudice and racism, which contribute to the wage disparity.…
“Who is Hussain?” distributes stationery kits to school children in Uganda
March 9, 2025
“Who is Hussain?” distributes stationery kits to school children in Uganda
The UK-based charity “Who is Hussain?” has launched a charitable campaign in Uganda, to assist school children, amid difficult economic circumstances in the country. In a statement on its official Facebook account, the charitable organization said that, “Our Uganda team…
Severe Storm Alfred Leaves Thousands in Queensland Without Power
March 9, 2025
Severe Storm Alfred Leaves Thousands in Queensland Without Power
Hundreds of thousands of residents in Queensland are without power, Reuters reported, following the impact of Storm Alfred, a downgraded tropical cyclone that brought damaging winds and heavy rains. As of Sunday, approximately 316,540 people were affected, with the Gold…
UAE Food Bank Launches Ramadan Initiative to Combat 60% Food Waste in Dubai
March 9, 2025
UAE Food Bank Launches Ramadan Initiative to Combat 60% Food Waste in Dubai
In 2024, the UAE faces a significant food waste challenge, with an estimated 3.27 million tons discarded annually, Arab News reported. In Dubai, 38% of prepared food is wasted daily, increasing to 60% during Ramadan. To combat this, the UAE…
Annual Women’s Gathering at Residence of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi
March 9, 2025
Annual Women’s Gathering at Residence of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi
The honourable residence of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi will host its annual women’s gathering in commemoration of the passing of Lady Khadijah al-Kubra (peace be upon her). This event will take place on Wednesday, the 11th of Ramadan, corresponding to March…
Urgent Funding Needed as Millions Face Food Insecurity in Central Sahel and Nigeria
March 9, 2025
Urgent Funding Needed as Millions Face Food Insecurity in Central Sahel and Nigeria
The UN World Food Programme (WFP) warns that millions in Central Sahel and Nigeria may face critical food shortages without immediate funding. WFP has announced that life-saving food and nutrition assistance could end next month due to a severe funding…
Efforts underway to combat child cyberbullying across Europe
March 9, 2025
Efforts underway to combat child cyberbullying across Europe
Cyberbullying has become a phenomenon rampant around the world, impacting hundreds of thousands of children. According to the World Health Organization, one in six school-aged children experienced online bullying across Europe during 2024. In an attempt to combat online bullying,…
Syria sees deadliest clashes since Assad’s fall, over 340 Alawites executed
March 8, 2025
Syria sees deadliest clashes since Assad’s fall, over 340 Alawites executed
Ongoing clashes in Syrian have left hundreds people dead and injured, marking the most violent escalation since the fall of ruling regime in December, 2024. Local reports indicate that armed groups have executed more than 340 individuals belonging to the…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi calls on believers to focus on youth during holy month of Ramadan
March 8, 2025
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi calls on believers to focus on youth during holy month of Ramadan
The Supreme Religious Authority, His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, has called on believers to intensify their focus on the youth, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan, due to the unique spiritual atmosphere of this month that…