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New geological evidence confirms Khufu Pyramid’s construction date around 2500 BC
September 10, 2024
New geological evidence confirms Khufu Pyramid’s construction date around 2500 BC
A team of scientists has determined that Egypt’s Khufu Pyramid was built around 2500 BC, based on new geological evidence. The study, led by Dr. Gamal Al-Ashibi, found mineral pollution around Khufu’s port, indicating intense copper tool production during the…
South America’s Rivers Hit Record Lows Amid Drought
September 10, 2024
South America’s Rivers Hit Record Lows Amid Drought
The Paraguay River has reached a record low in Asuncion, Paraguay, due to a severe drought in Brazil, impacting navigation and grain shipments, VOA reported yesterday. Water levels have fallen below minus 0.82 meters, surpassing the previous record set in…
HRW Calls for Independent Body to Address Human Rights Abuses in Afghanistan
September 10, 2024
HRW Calls for Independent Body to Address Human Rights Abuses in Afghanistan
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urgently urged the establishment of an independent body to hold accountable those responsible for ongoing human rights violations in Afghanistan, particularly since the Taliban’s takeover in August 2021. According to an article published by Amu…
Smart Cars Could Help Avoid Fatal Crashes
September 10, 2024
Smart Cars Could Help Avoid Fatal Crashes
Innovative smart cars that communicate with each other and traffic infrastructure may hold the key to significantly reducing road fatalities, said an article published by earth.com yesterday. With a $20 million federal grant, a vehicle-to-everything (V2X) system is being developed…
Violence and Insecurity Force Closure of Over 14,000 Schools in West and Central Africa
September 10, 2024
Violence and Insecurity Force Closure of Over 14,000 Schools in West and Central Africa
In West and Central Africa, more than 14,000 schools have closed due to escalating violence and insecurity, severely impacting hundreds of thousands of children, according to the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). This troubling trend extends into 2024, with significant disruptions…
Newly Discovered Gene Could Unlock Secrets to Longevity
September 10, 2024
Newly Discovered Gene Could Unlock Secrets to Longevity
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have identified a protein, OSER1, that significantly influences longevity across various species, including humans, SciTech Daily reported yesterday. This breakthrough, led by Professor Lene Juel Rasmussen and first author Zhiquan Li, suggests potential new…
Bomb Blast Targets Polio Workers in Pakistan
September 10, 2024
Bomb Blast Targets Polio Workers in Pakistan
A roadside bomb explosion in northwestern Pakistan injured at least 10 people, including anti-polio vaccinators and police personnel escorting them, VOA reported yesterday. The attack occurred on the opening day of a nationwide immunization campaign in the South Waziristan district.…
“In the Footsteps of Wahb”: New documentary tells story of Christian embracing Islam
September 9, 2024
“In the Footsteps of Wahb”: New documentary tells story of Christian embracing Islam
A new documentary film titled “In the Footsteps of Wahb,” inspired by the true story of Mr. Hassanain Kazim Abu Helal, chronicles the journey of a character named “Sylvain,” who transitions from Christianity to Islam in the holy city of…
Thousands Rally in Islamabad Demanding Imran Khan’s Release
September 9, 2024
Thousands Rally in Islamabad Demanding Imran Khan’s Release
Thousands of supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan marched in Islamabad on Sunday, demanding his release from prison, Al Jazeera reported. Khan has been incarcerated for over a year on charges that his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), claims are…
Militarization Disrupts Education in Indian-Controlled Kashmir
September 9, 2024
Militarization Disrupts Education in Indian-Controlled Kashmir
A recent report by Kashmir Media Service highlights the severe impact of militarization on students’ education in Indian-controlled Jammu and Kashmir. Released on International Literacy Day, the report underscores that decades of the unresolved Kashmir dispute have led to harassment…