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Pakistan Faces Dual Crises: Militant Violence and Refugee Challenges
November 21, 2024
Pakistan Faces Dual Crises: Militant Violence and Refugee Challenges
On Wednesday, November 20, Pakistan witnessed yet another security threat: A suicide bombing and gun attack at a military outpost in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, resulted in the deaths of at least 12 soldiers, with several others injured, including two critically,…
UN Warns of Escalating Humanitarian Needs in Afghanistan Following Herat Earthquakes
November 21, 2024
UN Warns of Escalating Humanitarian Needs in Afghanistan Following Herat Earthquakes
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported that over 275,000 people in Herat Province urgently need assistance more than a year after devastating earthquakes struck the region. The earthquakes, which occurred on October 7,…
WHO Approves Second Mpox Vaccine from Japan Amid Ongoing Outbreaks
November 21, 2024
WHO Approves Second Mpox Vaccine from Japan Amid Ongoing Outbreaks
The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the LC16m8 mpox vaccine, produced by Japan’s KM Biologics, marking a significant step in combating the mpox outbreak, which has affected over 39,000 individuals in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) alone, Anadolu…
Scientists Introduce New Antibiotic to Combat Drug-Resistant Superbugs
November 21, 2024
Scientists Introduce New Antibiotic to Combat Drug-Resistant Superbugs
Researchers have developed a modified version of darobactin, an antibacterial compound, which shows effectiveness against drug-resistant bacteria like E. coli in animal trials, SciTech Daily reported yesterday. This advancement comes amid rising concerns over antibiotic resistance, as many current treatments…
New mosque opens in Portugal’s Sintra, strengthening cultural and religious ties
November 20, 2024
New mosque opens in Portugal’s Sintra, strengthening cultural and religious ties
The Muslim community in Agualva-Cacém, a town in Portugal’s Sintra region, has inaugurated a new mosque named “Masjid Qasim”. The opening ceremony was attended by local officials, Islamic community leaders from Lisbon, and residents. Suri Jallow, Vice President of the…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi urges promotion of Ahlulbayt culture and rituals
November 20, 2024
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi urges promotion of Ahlulbayt culture and rituals
The Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, has emphasized the importance of spreading the teachings of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, describing it as a major responsibility toward the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his…
University of Kufa hosts annual Open Day to strengthen
November 20, 2024
University of Kufa hosts annual Open Day to strengthen
The University of Kufa in Holy Najaf held its annual Open Day, welcoming thousands of visitors, including high school students, academics, and community leaders. The event aimed to foster stronger ties between the university and the local community while showcasing…
Spain to legalize 300,000 migrants annually to boost workforce
November 20, 2024
Spain to legalize 300,000 migrants annually to boost workforce
Spain plans to regularize 300,000 undocumented immigrants annually for the next three years to address labor shortages and an ageing population, Migration Minister Elma Saiz announced. The reforms streamline work and residence permits, extend job seeker visas to 12 months,…
Iraq Begins First Nationwide Population Census in Nearly Four Decades
November 20, 2024
Iraq Begins First Nationwide Population Census in Nearly Four Decades
Iraq has officially commenced its first nationwide population census today in nearly four decades, starting at 7 a.m. local time. This significant operation is expected to last until midnight each day and will involve approximately 120,000 enumerators visiting each household…
UNICEF Warns of Threats to Children’s Well-being by 2050
November 20, 2024
UNICEF Warns of Threats to Children’s Well-being by 2050
In a stark warning, UNICEF has released its annual report highlighting significant risks to the wellbeing of children globally by the year 2050. The recent UNICEF report outlines three critical issues: demographic changes, climate change, and the rapid advancement of…