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Amnesty International Calls for Justice for Victims of Environmental Pollution
March 18, 2025
Amnesty International Calls for Justice for Victims of Environmental Pollution
Amnesty International has urged the United Nations to prioritize justice for victims of environmental pollution in its recent submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on Toxics and Human Rights, Jurist News reported. The report highlights the critical need for effective…
Germany Pledges 300 Million Euros in Aid for Syrians at EU Conference
March 18, 2025
Germany Pledges 300 Million Euros in Aid for Syrians at EU Conference
Germany announced a commitment of 300 million euros ($326 million) in aid for Syrians through the United Nations and selected organizations, Reuters reported citing Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock. This announcement was made ahead of an EU-led donor conference in Brussels…
Freshwater Salinization: A Growing Global Concern
March 18, 2025
Freshwater Salinization: A Growing Global Concern
Freshwater ecosystems, including rivers and estuaries, are becoming saltier due to natural and human processes, threatening biodiversity and water resources, Earth.com reported. A recent study from the University of Maryland highlights the dual sources of salinity: land-based activities, such as…
Muslim educators call on Australian authorities to reschedule NAPLAN to support fasting students
March 17, 2025
Muslim educators call on Australian authorities to reschedule NAPLAN to support fasting students
Muslim educators in Australia have criticized the scheduling of NAPLAN exams during Ramadan, arguing it disadvantages fasting students and undermines inclusivity, Australian media network ABC News reported NAPLAN (National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy) is a standardized test in…
Muslims in Ukraine Observe Ramadan Amid War
March 17, 2025
Muslims in Ukraine Observe Ramadan Amid War
Despite the ongoing war with Russia, thousands of Muslims in Ukraine are observing Ramadan, Rudaw reported. For many, fasting serves as a source of solace for both the soul and mind. Some Muslim officers in the Ukrainian army reflect on…
Muslim Council in US Voices Alarm Over Rising Islamophobia
March 17, 2025
Muslim Council in US Voices Alarm Over Rising Islamophobia
The Muslim Council in the United States has expressed deep concern regarding the alarming rise of Islamophobia worldwide, as evidenced by recent reports indicating a surge in anti-Muslim sentiments and attacks, Morocco World News reported. The Council on American Islamic…
Sweden to ban Mobile phones in schools starting July 1
March 16, 2025
Sweden to ban Mobile phones in schools starting July 1
Swedish Minister for Schools, Lotta Edholm, announced on Thursday, March 13, a proposed law to ban mobile phone use among students in Swedish schools. If approved, the ban will take effect on July 1, 2026. During a press conference, Edholm…
China Islamic Association’s Rebrand Reveals Beijing’s Integration Drive
March 16, 2025
China Islamic Association’s Rebrand Reveals Beijing’s Integration Drive
The semi-official China Islamic Association has undergone a significant rebranding, removing its traditional Arabic-style green logo featuring Islamic symbols from its website and social media, South China Morning Post reported. This change reflects Beijing’s ongoing campaign to “sinicise” religions in…
Rights Groups Highlight Fossil Fuels’ Role in Climate Crisis at UN
March 16, 2025
Rights Groups Highlight Fossil Fuels’ Role in Climate Crisis at UN
Twenty-four organizations, including Amnesty International and Oxfam, submitted a joint statement to the UN on Friday, emphasizing the critical link between fossil fuels and climate harm, Jurist News reported. They highlighted that carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel use increased…
Surge in Sea Level Rise Linked to Record Heat in 2024
March 16, 2025
Surge in Sea Level Rise Linked to Record Heat in 2024
In 2024, global sea levels rose at an accelerated rate of 0.23 inches (0.59 centimeters) per year, surpassing the expected 0.17 inches (0.43 centimeters), an article by Earth.com claimed. This increase is primarily attributed to thermal expansion, which now accounts…