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As of February 2025, Hong Kong has certified 52 hotels and 153 halal restaurants to cater to Muslim travelers, reinforcing its position as a Muslim-friendly destination, EN.Tempo.CO reported. The hotel accreditation, in partnership with Crescent Rating, ensures facilities are suitable…

The European Parliament has condemned Thailand for its lese-majeste law and the deportation of Uyghurs to China, highlighting violations of international law, Banghok Post reported. The resolution criticizes the deportation of at least 40 Uyghur refugees, who face risks of…

Marion Lalisse, the EU’s coordinator for combating anti-Muslim hatred, has criticized European leaders for lacking the political will to tackle rising anti-Muslim sentiment, Hyphenonline.com reported. She highlighted the need for a clear definition of Islamophobia, as nearly 50% of European…

Naples experienced one of its worst earthquakes in 40 years, with a 4.4 magnitude tremor occurring around 1:25 AM on Thursday, The Independent reported. A loud roar preceded the quake, prompting residents to flee to the streets. The earthquake lasted…

Afghan migrants deported from the U.S. to Panama are feeling stranded and uncertain about their next steps, lacking resources and legal pathways, Amu TV reported. Panamanian authorities have issued temporary permits allowing them to stay while they decide on their…

The Burundi Red Cross has established a crucial humanitarian service point at Rugombo Stadium, just kilometers from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) border, to support nearly 40,000 refugees escaping ongoing conflict, Reliefweb.com reported. Among these refugees are approximately 18,000…

Measles cases in the European region more than doubled in 2024, reaching the highest level in over 25 years, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF, Reuters reported. The surge is attributed to declining vaccination rates following the…

In Beledweyne, Somalia, security forces successfully neutralized six militants who attacked a hotel hosting traditional elders and security officials, VOA reported. The siege lasted 18 hours, during which two attackers were killed, while four others detonated explosives upon realizing their…

The African Union (AU) has condemned the establishment of a parallel government in Sudan, warning it could deepen the country’s fragmentation amid ongoing conflict, news reports said today, Wednesday. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allies recently signed a…

Spain’s government has approved a bill imposing strict penalties on companies that fail to label AI-generated content, aiming to combat misinformation and deepfake threats, Reuters reported. The proposed law, which aligns with the European Union’s AI Act, classifies non-compliance as…