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Inclusion of Islamic Holidays in Germany’s Intercultural Calendar: A New Step Toward Peaceful Coexistence
September 24, 2024
Inclusion of Islamic Holidays in Germany’s Intercultural Calendar: A New Step Toward Peaceful Coexistence
The Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) in Germany has released a new intercultural calendar that officially recognizes Islamic holidays alongside other cultures and religions, thereby promoting peaceful coexistence and mutual respect. The organization has published its new intercultural…
Nearly 30,000 Suspected Mpox Cases Reported in Africa This Year
September 24, 2024
Nearly 30,000 Suspected Mpox Cases Reported in Africa This Year
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported nearly 30,000 suspected mpox cases in Africa in 2024, with the majority occurring in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which is currently facing a shortage of testing supplies, Reuters reported yesterday. The…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi permits allocating funds from Imam’s share to support families in Lebanon
September 24, 2024
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi permits allocating funds from Imam’s share to support families in Lebanon
The office of the Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq Hosseini Shirazi, has issued a statement permitting the allocation of funds from the Imam’s share to support believers affected by the ongoing Israeli aggression in southern Lebanon. This decision…
Iran Build over 10 Kilometers of Wall Along Afghanistan Border
September 24, 2024
Iran Build over 10 Kilometers of Wall Along Afghanistan Border
Iran has completed over 10 kilometers of a wall along its border with Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported yesterday citing Nozer Nemati, Deputy Commander of the Iranian Ground Forces. On September 23, Iran’s state news agency reported plans for an additional…
Iraq Reports 178 Cases of Crimean-Congo Fever in 2024
September 24, 2024
Iraq Reports 178 Cases of Crimean-Congo Fever in 2024
Iraq’s health ministry has confirmed 178 cases of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever since January 2024, resulting in 26 fatalities, Rudaw reported yesterday. Dhi Qar province, known for its livestock, leads the country with the highest number of infections, the source added.…
Researchers Discover Fat-Burning Protein Variants, Paving Way for Obesity Treatment
September 24, 2024
Researchers Discover Fat-Burning Protein Variants, Paving Way for Obesity Treatment
A study by Kobe University researchers in Japan has unveiled new protein variants that may enhance fat burning during exercise, potentially offering innovative obesity treatments, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. Led by endocrinologist Ogawa Wataru, the research identified two variants of…
At Least 30 Bodies Found on Migrant Boat Off Senegal
September 24, 2024
At Least 30 Bodies Found on Migrant Boat Off Senegal
The Senegalese military reported that at least 30 bodies were discovered on a drifting boat off the coast of Dakar on Monday, VOA reported yesterday. The navy was alerted to the vessel’s presence on Sunday evening and dispatched a patrol…
Over 1,000 Migrants Arrive on Italy’s Southern Coast
September 24, 2024
Over 1,000 Migrants Arrive on Italy’s Southern Coast
More than 1,000 irregular migrants reached Italy’s southern coast over the weekend, with significant arrivals on the island of Lampedusa and in Calabria and Puglia, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. On Sunday alone, 232 migrants landed in Lampedusa, raising the total…
The Evolving Landscape of AI in Pakistan: Balancing Innovation and Ethics
September 24, 2024
The Evolving Landscape of AI in Pakistan: Balancing Innovation and Ethics
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly transitioned from hype to a powerful technological force, prompting discussions about regulation and ethics. According to an article by Dawn published on September 23 about AI in Pakistan, the technology is gradually impacting sectors like…
Fossilized remains of three Ice Age mastodons discovered in Peru
September 24, 2024
Fossilized remains of three Ice Age mastodons discovered in Peru
Fossilized remains of three Ice Age mastodons, believed to be between 11,000 and 12,000 years old, have been discovered in the Peruvian Andes near Chambara, about 300 km east of Lima, Reuters reported. Excavations began in 2019, revealing nearly complete…