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Imam Hussein Media Group to live broadcast from holy Najaf on Imam Ali’s birth anniversary
February 3, 2023
Imam Hussein Media Group to live broadcast from holy Najaf on Imam Ali’s birth anniversary
On the birth anniversary of the Commander of the Faithful Imam Ali, peace be upon him, a live broadcast will be launched in five languages, through 6 networks by Media Group of Imam Hussein (IHM Group). According to the Planning…
Canada votes to take in 10,000 Uyghur refugees amid Chinese pressure
February 2, 2023
Canada votes to take in 10,000 Uyghur refugees amid Chinese pressure
Canada’s parliament has unanimously passed a motion to take in 10,000 Uyghur refugees who fled China, but are now facing pressure to return. The vote on Wednesday builds on a February 2021 move by Canadian lawmakers to label Beijing’s treatment…
Over 800,000 Pakistanis flee country due to current crisis
February 2, 2023
Over 800,000 Pakistanis flee country due to current crisis
Many young skilled professionals are leaving Pakistan because of the country’s economic turmoil in search for better job opportunities abroad. Last year’s nationwide floods made the economy much worse. In 2022 alone, more than 800,000 people relocated to work abroad.…
UK based poet and spoken word artist, Taher Adel, to launch new book on AhlulBayet
February 2, 2023
UK based poet and spoken word artist, Taher Adel, to launch new book on AhlulBayet
A UK-based poet and spoken word artist, Taher Adel who is of Bahraini origin is due to launch his new book which took three years to write and compile. The book of poetry is made to appeal to both Muslims…
Iraqi Ministry of Transport announces preparations for Rajab Pilgrimage
February 2, 2023
Iraqi Ministry of Transport announces preparations for Rajab Pilgrimage
The Iraqi Ministry of Transport announced the start of preparations for the Rajab Pilgrimage in the holy city of Kadhimiya, by providing 200 buses of different capacities to transport pilgrims. Dr. Abdul-Azim Karim Ghafel, General Manager of the General Company…
16 million Yemenis need urgent assistance to access water supply network
February 2, 2023
16 million Yemenis need urgent assistance to access water supply network
In a country where more than 16 million people (including 8.47 million children) are in urgent need of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) assistance, access to clean and safe drinking water remains crucial for the good health and survival of…
Iraq: Baghdad Operations Command discusses Rajab Pilgrimage security plans
February 2, 2023
Iraq: Baghdad Operations Command discusses Rajab Pilgrimage security plans
The Baghdad Operations Command held a security conference in preparation for the Rajab massive Pilgrimage in holy Kadhimiya, to secure all roads leading to this holy city. In a statement received by Shia Waves Agency, the Baghdad Operations Media said,…
Muslims in Berlin decry lack of burial places, demand urgent solution
February 2, 2023
Muslims in Berlin decry lack of burial places, demand urgent solution
The lack of graves for Muslims in Berlin has been an issue for decades, as more space is needed to accommodate more graves. The umbrella associations established by Muslims operating in Germany’s capital demanded that the Berlin state government must…
Holy Shrine of Abu al-Fadl begins manufacturing holy grilles of Imam Hussein and al-Jawad basements
February 2, 2023
Holy Shrine of Abu al-Fadl begins manufacturing holy grilles of Imam Hussein and al-Jawad basements
Holy Grilles and Gates Manufacturing Department, affiliated to the Holy Shrine of Abu al-Fadl (peace be upon him), has begun manufacturing grilles of the basements of Imam Hussein and Imam al-Jawad (peace be upon them both). The head of the…
February 1st marks World Hijab Day
February 2, 2023
February 1st marks World Hijab Day
The World Hijab Day (WHD) was founded by New York native, Nazma Khan in February of 2013, celebrating the millions of Muslim women who wear the hijab around the world. Observed in February 1st every year, the day is all…