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Social media trend sparks debate on parenting styles and children’s rights
May 19, 2025
Social media trend sparks debate on parenting styles and children’s rights
A growing social media trend has reignited debate around parenting practices, as adults ask their children to complete common phrases once used in harsher parenting styles, according to an article published in The Guardian. Sayings like “I’ll give you something…
Poor child mental health linked to long-term work limitations, study finds
May 19, 2025
Poor child mental health linked to long-term work limitations, study finds
Children in Great Britain with severe mental health issues are significantly more likely to face work limitations in adulthood, according to new research by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR). The study, based on data from the 1970 British…
Netherlands to open nine new Islamic primary schools amid legal reforms
May 19, 2025
Netherlands to open nine new Islamic primary schools amid legal reforms
The Netherlands is set to open nine new Islamic primary schools next year, marking the highest number approved in a single year. According to Dutch newspaper Trouw, this expansion will raise the total number of Islamic primary schools to around…
New study examines social conformity among Arbaeen pilgrims
May 19, 2025
New study examines social conformity among Arbaeen pilgrims
Al-Sibt academic journal has published a specialized study titled “Conformity Among Arbaeen Pilgrims”, exploring a prevalent psychological and social behavior during one of the world’s largest religious gatherings. The study defines conformity as an individual’s tendency to align with group…
Mosque desecration in France sparks outrage and demands for protectio
May 19, 2025
Mosque desecration in France sparks outrage and demands for protectio
The desecration of a mosque in Orléans, France, has triggered anger within the Muslim community after a bottle of alcohol was found near the prayer niche during a congregational prayer. Worshippers believe the act was deliberate and occurred while they…
Mogadishu suicide bomber takes at least 10 lives at army recruitment drive
May 19, 2025
Mogadishu suicide bomber takes at least 10 lives at army recruitment drive
At least 10 people were killed and dozens injured when a suicide bomber attacked a queue of young recruits at the Damanyo military base in Mogadishu on Sunday, Arab News reported. Witnesses reported the bomber arrived in a tuk-tuk, ran…
Ukraine, Russia Set for 1,000-for-1,000 Prisoner Exchange Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Talks
May 19, 2025
Ukraine, Russia Set for 1,000-for-1,000 Prisoner Exchange Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Talks
Following high-stakes peace negotiations in Istanbul, Ukrainian and Russian officials confirmed plans for a large-scale prisoner swap involving 1,000 detainees from each side, Anadolu Agency reported. Ukrainian Intelligence Chief Kyrylo Budanov told TSN that an exchange could occur as early…
Khalilzad Endorses Khan’s Imminent Release Amid 14-Year Sentence and Political Upheaval
May 19, 2025
Khalilzad Endorses Khan’s Imminent Release Amid 14-Year Sentence and Political Upheaval
Former PM Imran Khan, serving a 14-year sentence on corruption charges, may be released soon amid national reconciliation calls, with US envoy Khalilzad expressing hope. Pakistan’s political landscape remains deeply unsettled as former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s detention continues to…
Tragedy in the English Channel: Migrant Dies as Boat Sinks Near French Coast
May 19, 2025
Tragedy in the English Channel: Migrant Dies as Boat Sinks Near French Coast
One migrant drowned and 61 others were rescued after an overloaded boat carrying irregular migrants capsized in the English Channel early Monday morning, Anadolu Agency reported. The incident occurred off the coast of Pas-de-Calais, France, according to BFMTV reports. French…
Pakistan Halts Afghan Visa Extensions, Hundreds Released Amid Mass Deportations
May 19, 2025
Pakistan Halts Afghan Visa Extensions, Hundreds Released Amid Mass Deportations
Pakistan has suspended visa extensions for all categories of Afghan refugees, revoking security clearances needed for renewal, impacting thousands of long-term residents with PoR and ACC cards, Khaama Press reported. This intensifies an ongoing crackdown, with over 1.3 million Afghans…