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Humanitarian Crisis in Southeast Asia: Typhoon Yagi Affects Six Million Children
September 18, 2024
Humanitarian Crisis in Southeast Asia: Typhoon Yagi Affects Six Million Children
The situation following Typhoon Yagi in Southeast Asia is indeed dire, with UNICEF reporting that nearly six million children are affected, Al Jazeera reported on Wednesday. The typhoon has caused extensive damage across multiple countries, particularly in the Philippines, Vietnam,…
Escalating Violence in Burkina Faso Linked to ISIL and Al-Qaeda
September 18, 2024
Escalating Violence in Burkina Faso Linked to ISIL and Al-Qaeda
Armed groups affiliated with ISIL and al-Qaeda have intensified their attacks on civilians in Burkina Faso, Al Jazeera reported on Wednesday citing a recent report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The NGO documented the killing of at least 128 civilians…
Polio Outbreak Threatens Afghanistan as Vaccination Campaign Suspended
September 18, 2024
Polio Outbreak Threatens Afghanistan as Vaccination Campaign Suspended
Afghanistan faces a heightened risk of polio outbreaks after the Taliban suspended its vaccination campaign due to security concerns and restrictions on women’s participation, The Guardian reported yesterday. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported 18 new polio cases this year,…
Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir al-Najafi stresses importance of collective efforts to defend Iraq
September 18, 2024
Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir al-Najafi stresses importance of collective efforts to defend Iraq
Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir al-Najafi stressed the importance of continuing efforts to track down remnants of extremist terrorist groups and cleanse Iraq of any threats to its security. Grand Ayatollah al-Najafi’s statement came during his meeting with a delegation of…
Van Gogh’s ‘The Starry Night’ captures hidden atmospheric turbulence, study suggests
September 18, 2024
Van Gogh’s ‘The Starry Night’ captures hidden atmospheric turbulence, study suggests
Vincent van Gogh’s “The Starry Night”, often regarded as one of the greatest artworks, has long been interpreted as a reflection of his mental state. However, a new study by researchers in China and France suggests the painting holds more…
Islamic Banking Set to Outpace Conventional Growth in GCC
September 18, 2024
Islamic Banking Set to Outpace Conventional Growth in GCC
Islamic finance is projected to surpass conventional banking growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, driven by robust economic expansion and increasing demand for Shariah-compliant products, Middle East Monitor reported yesterday citing Moody’s Ratings. Saudi Arabia leads with 85%…
Portugal Faces Deadly Wildfires as Toll Rises to Seven
September 18, 2024
Portugal Faces Deadly Wildfires as Toll Rises to Seven
Portugal is grappling with devastating wildfires that have claimed seven lives, including three firefighters who perished in the Coimbra region, Arab News reported today. Over 4,500 firefighters, supported by 1,000 vehicles and 20 aircraft, are battling approximately 50 active fires,…
45,000 Afghans Sought Asylum in Europe in 2024, Reports EUAA
September 18, 2024
45,000 Afghans Sought Asylum in Europe in 2024, Reports EUAA
In the first half of 2024, 45,000 Afghans applied for asylum in European countries, Khaama Press reported yesterday citing the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA). It added that, by July, a total of 513,000 asylum applications were recorded across…
Scientists Confirm ‘Third State’ of Existence Beyond Life and Death
September 18, 2024
Scientists Confirm ‘Third State’ of Existence Beyond Life and Death
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have proposed the existence of a “third state” of being which challenges conventional definitions of life and death, Earth.com revealed in an article on Tuesday. This phenomenon occurs when cells from deceased organisms continue to…
How Plant Stem Cells Could Support Human Growth
September 18, 2024
How Plant Stem Cells Could Support Human Growth
Research by Professor Huanzhong Wang at the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources highlights the untapped potential of plant stem cells in enhancing food supply resilience, earth.com revealed in an article on Tuesday. While animal stem cells have garnered…