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Somali: Al-Shabab Attack in Mogadishu Claims 32 Lives
August 3, 2024
Somali: Al-Shabab Attack in Mogadishu Claims 32 Lives
A brutal attack by Al-Shabab in Mogadishu’s Lido beach area resulted in the deaths of 32 civilians and left around 63 others injured, Arab News reported today. The assault, which occurred late Friday, began with a suicide bombing followed by…
Week of Devastating Rainfall Across Asia Claims Many Lives, Leaves Trail of Destruction
August 3, 2024
Week of Devastating Rainfall Across Asia Claims Many Lives, Leaves Trail of Destruction
In India, torrential rains have resulted in 201 deaths and nearly 200 missing in Kerala. The heavy downpours unleashed torrents of mud and water, destroying bridges and flattening homes. Survivors are left with nothing as rescue efforts continue amid the…
Continuous Hussaini Mourning Ceremonies in New Zealand’s Waikato Region
August 2, 2024
Continuous Hussaini Mourning Ceremonies in New Zealand’s Waikato Region
In the Waikato region of New Zealand, followers of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them) from the Shiite communities and local citizens continue to commemorate the mourning of Imam al-Hussein (peace be upon him) in preparation for the sacred…
Malaysian Prime Minister Emphasizes Dialogue to Combat Islamophobia
August 2, 2024
Malaysian Prime Minister Emphasizes Dialogue to Combat Islamophobia
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for dialogue and cooperation between Muslims and others to enhance mutual understanding and avoid misunderstandings that lead to Islamophobia. This statement was made during his keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 7th…
Healthy diets remain unaffordable for over 33% of world’s population
August 2, 2024
Healthy diets remain unaffordable for over 33% of world’s population
A recent report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals that over a third of the global population, approximately 2.826 billion people, could not afford a healthy diet in 2022, reliefweb reported yesterday. While the percentage dropped slightly from…
Italy Faces Growing Crisis of Modern Slavery Among Migrant Workers
August 1, 2024
Italy Faces Growing Crisis of Modern Slavery Among Migrant Workers
Recent revelations in Italy have shed light on the alarming issue of modern slavery, particularly affecting migrant agricultural workers, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. The arrest of two gang leaders in Verona highlighted rampant exploitation and inhumane working conditions. A tragic…
Kenya Launches First Islamic Bond on Stock Exchange
August 1, 2024
Kenya Launches First Islamic Bond on Stock Exchange
Kenyan President William Ruto announced the listing of the country’s inaugural Islamic bond, the Linzi Sukuk, on the Nairobi Securities Exchange’s Unquoted Securities Platform, Xinhua reported yesterday. This 3-billion-shilling (approximately 23 million U.S. dollars) Shariah-compliant bond is secured by residential…
Renewable Energy Surges in EU: Wind and Solar Account for 30% of Electricity
July 31, 2024
Renewable Energy Surges in EU: Wind and Solar Account for 30% of Electricity
In a significant shift, wind turbines and solar panels generated 30% of the European Union’s electricity in the first half of 2024, The Guardian reported yesterday citing climate thinktank Ember. According to the article, power generation from fossil fuels, including…
South Asia Faces Humanitarian Crisis: 48 Million Children in Need
July 31, 2024
South Asia Faces Humanitarian Crisis: 48 Million Children in Need
As South Asia grapples with escalating humanitarian challenges, UNICEF warns that 48 million children are projected to require urgent assistance in 2024, exacerbated by natural disasters, health emergencies, and ongoing conflicts. The region’s vulnerability is highlighted by the recent impacts…
UN Plans to Assist 2.4M People Amid Severe Flooding in South Sudan
July 31, 2024
UN Plans to Assist 2.4M People Amid Severe Flooding in South Sudan
The United Nations announced on Monday that it aims to assist approximately 2.4 million of the 3.3 million people expected to be affected by severe flooding in South Sudan starting in September, Xinhua reported yesterday. The Office for the Coordination…