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British government warns Iraqi and Syrian migrants of slavery upon arrival
January 21, 2025
British government warns Iraqi and Syrian migrants of slavery upon arrival
The British government has launched a new publicity campaign aimed at curbing smuggling operations across the English Channel into Britain, particularly targeting refugees from Iraq and Syria, according to the Express newspaper on Sunday. The campaign includes testimonies and warnings…
India, Italy pledge to boost anti-terror cooperation
January 21, 2025
India, Italy pledge to boost anti-terror cooperation
India and Italy have agreed to enhance their collaboration in combating terrorism, including addressing the misuse of technology for terrorist activities, the Indian news wesbite “Firstpost” said. At the India-Italy Joint Working Group meeting on Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime held…
Week to Commemorate Martyrdom Anniversary of Imam al-Kadhim Begins as Second Largest Mourning Procession in Iraq Moves Towards Kadhimayn
January 21, 2025
Week to Commemorate Martyrdom Anniversary of Imam al-Kadhim Begins as Second Largest Mourning Procession in Iraq Moves Towards Kadhimayn
The 20th to the 26th of Rajab marks the week commemorating the martyrdom of Imam al-Kadhim (peace be upon him). The grand procession of Kadhimayn, the second largest after the Arbaeen pilgrimage, is nearing its peak. A multitude of pilgrims,…
World Economic Forum Annual Meeting Emphasizes Collaboration in Intelligent Age
January 21, 2025
World Economic Forum Annual Meeting Emphasizes Collaboration in Intelligent Age
The 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting began on Monday, January 20, in Davos, Switzerland, highlighting the need for global collaboration amid ongoing uncertainties, Xinhua reported. Under the theme “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age,” this five-day event has attracted…
Iraq’s Interior Minister: Flexible Security Plan Developed for Imam Al-Kadhim Pilgrimage
January 21, 2025
Iraq’s Interior Minister: Flexible Security Plan Developed for Imam Al-Kadhim Pilgrimage
Iraq’s Interior Minister Abdul Amir Al-Shammari announced the implementation of a flexible security plan to ensure the safety of the pilgrimage commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Al-Kadhim (peace be upon him), Iraqi News Agency reported. According to INA quoting Al-Shammari,…
James Webb Discovers Unique Exoplanet Unlike Anything in Our Solar System
January 21, 2025
James Webb Discovers Unique Exoplanet Unlike Anything in Our Solar System
The James Webb Space Telescope has identified a new type of exoplanet, GJ 1214 b, located 48 light years away in the constellation Ophiuchus, SciTech Daily reported. This planet is significantly different from those in our Solar System, challenging existing…
Bitcoin Reaches Historic High of $109,000
January 21, 2025
Bitcoin Reaches Historic High of $109,000
The price of Bitcoin surged past $109,000 on Monday, marking an all-time high, Anadolu Agency reported. Over the past 24 hours, the largest cryptocurrency experienced a low of $99,400 and a peak of $109,110. Prior to the US elections in…
Holy shrines in Iraq draped in black in commemoration of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim’s martyrdom
January 20, 2025
Holy shrines in Iraq draped in black in commemoration of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim’s martyrdom
The Holy shrines of Imams al-Kadhim and al-Jawad, peace be upon them, have been draped in black in observance of the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa ibn Ja’far al-Kadhim, peace be upon him, on the 25th of the current blessed…
Ceasefire begins as hostages exchanged amid 15-month Gaza war
January 20, 2025
Ceasefire begins as hostages exchanged amid 15-month Gaza war
A truce between Israel and Hamas came into effect Sunday, marking a temporary halt in a 15-month-long conflict that has devastated Gaza. The ceasefire was brokered by Qatar, the U.S., and Egypt after intense negotiations. On the first day of…
Sayyida Zainab Shrine explosion was fabricated to improve new administration’s image, report says
January 20, 2025
Sayyida Zainab Shrine explosion was fabricated to improve new administration’s image, report says
An international report by research site The Cradle suggests that the recent explosion at the Sayyida Zainab shrine in Syria may have been a fabricated incident, allegedly aimed at bolstering the image of the newly established Syrian administration. The report…