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China uses ‘ears’ to keep Muslim Uyghurs from fasting during Ramadan
April 11, 2023
China uses ‘ears’ to keep Muslim Uyghurs from fasting during Ramadan
Chinese authorities have been using spies to monitor Uyghur Muslims and ensure they are not fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, according to a police officer from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. These “ears” are reportedly recruited from everyday citizens,…
Afghanistan: Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi distributes sacrificial meat to needy families
April 11, 2023
Afghanistan: Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi distributes sacrificial meat to needy families
The Office of the Supreme Shia Authority, Grand Ayatollah Shirazi, in Mazar Sharif, North of Afghanistan, prepared and distributed Zabiha meat on the night of Ramadan 18th, 2023. The act was inspired by the teachings of Amir al-Mu’minin (peace be…
At least 4 killed, 15 injured in bomb blast in southwestern Pakistan
April 11, 2023
At least 4 killed, 15 injured in bomb blast in southwestern Pakistan
Authorities in southwestern Pakistan said Monday that a powerful bomb blast hit a police vehicle, killing at least four people and injuring 15 others. The blast occurred on a busy road in central Quetta, the capital of Baluchistan province. The…
Mesbah Al-Hussein Foundation distributes over 100,000 food packages in Iraq
April 11, 2023
Mesbah Al-Hussein Foundation distributes over 100,000 food packages in Iraq
Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation, for Relief and Development, a center affiliated with the Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi (may Allah prolong his life), has been distributing “essential food packages” since the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. The recipients of…
Pakistan: Youm-e-Ali procession to be held to commemorate martyrdom of Imam Ali
April 11, 2023
Pakistan: Youm-e-Ali procession to be held to commemorate martyrdom of Imam Ali
Youm-e-Ali will be observed today Tuesday with devotion and respect in commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Ali, peace be upon him. According to sources, a large procession will be taken out in connection with the day for which a…
Shia followers of AhlulBayt extend their heartfelt condolences on martyrdom of Imam Ali
April 11, 2023
Shia followers of AhlulBayt extend their heartfelt condolences on martyrdom of Imam Ali
The loyal Shia followers of AhlulBayt, peace be upon them, have extended their heartfelt condolences on the tragic anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Ali, peace be upon him. The believers, from all over the world, commemorated the Imam’s martyrdom,…
Periods of fasting improves physical fitness: new research finds
April 10, 2023
Periods of fasting improves physical fitness: new research finds
The findings of a recent study published in Nature suggest that intermittent fasting can have a positive effect on the intestinal microorganisms that play an important role in many aspects of our health, including digestion, immunity, and metabolism. The British…
Global ocean surface temperature reached highest, new data reveals
April 10, 2023
Global ocean surface temperature reached highest, new data reveals
New data taken by the US government has found that since the start of April, the average ocean temperature is at around 21.1C. The highest the average temperature has been before is 21C, in 2016. This rise in water temperature…
Syria: IS-planted land mine kills at least 6 civilians
April 10, 2023
Syria: IS-planted land mine kills at least 6 civilians
A deadly land mine explosion in Syria killed at least six people Sunday, according to state media. According to news agencies, the explosion hit civilians who were foraging for truffles in the countryside. The incident was blamed on a land…
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights concerned about critical situation in Sudan
April 10, 2023
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights concerned about critical situation in Sudan
On Saturday, UN human rights chief expressed concern over the situation in Sudan, urging the government and the civilian opposition to work towards reinstating a civilian-led government. The statement came after pro-democracy activists in Sudan staged protests against the army…