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Philippines to Host US Visa-Processing Center for Afghan Nationals
August 21, 2024
Philippines to Host US Visa-Processing Center for Afghan Nationals
The Philippines has agreed to temporarily host a US visa-processing center for Afghan nationals who assisted American forces in Afghanistan and were left behind during the 2021 withdrawal, Arab News reported yesterday. In 2022, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken…
Scrolling through social media to alleviate boredom may exacerbate negative feelings, study finds
August 21, 2024
Scrolling through social media to alleviate boredom may exacerbate negative feelings, study finds
According to a new study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology, researchers from the University of Toronto have found that scrolling through social media to alleviate boredom may actually exacerbate the feeling. The research indicates that behaviors like fast-forwarding…
El Niño-induced drought forces families in South Africa to marry off girls for food
August 21, 2024
El Niño-induced drought forces families in South Africa to marry off girls for food
The Southern African region is currently experiencing a severe drought caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon, affecting around 56.8 million people who are struggling to find food. A recent report by ActionAid revealed that some families have resorted to…
African continent is facing a rise in mosquito-borne infections, scientists warn
August 21, 2024
African continent is facing a rise in mosquito-borne infections, scientists warn
The African continent is experiencing an increase in mosquito-borne diseases, such as malaria and dengue fever, which is putting significant strain on public health systems, scientists cautioned during a virtual forum held on Monday in anticipation of World Mosquito Day.…
Shia Rights Watch calls for designating global day for Shia victims of terrorism
August 20, 2024
Shia Rights Watch calls for designating global day for Shia victims of terrorism
On August 21st each year, the international community observes the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, aimed at showing solidarity with those who have suffered from violence and extremism. This day serves as a reminder…
On World Humanitarian Day, Freemuslim calls for urgent international action to stop wars
August 20, 2024
On World Humanitarian Day, Freemuslim calls for urgent international action to stop wars
On the occasion of World Humanitarian Day, the Freemuslim Association called on the international community to take effective steps to contain the escalating crises that the world has been witnessing since the end of World War II. In a statement…
Shias of Thailand urge their government to coordinate with Iraq for easier access to Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 20, 2024
Shias of Thailand urge their government to coordinate with Iraq for easier access to Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
A large group of the followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them in Thailand expressed their eagerness to join millions of believers in commemorating the Holy Arba’een Pilgrimage of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, in the holy city of…
Japan Embraces Muslim Visitors with Prayer Rooms
August 18, 2024
Japan Embraces Muslim Visitors with Prayer Rooms
In a move to cater to the growing number of Muslim tourists, department stores and shopping malls across Japan are increasingly establishing prayer rooms. This initiative comes as a response to the rising influx of visitors from Islamic countries, driven…
Uyghur Prison Sentences Total 4.4 Million Years, Yale Report Reveals
August 17, 2024
Uyghur Prison Sentences Total 4.4 Million Years, Yale Report Reveals
A recent analysis from Yale University highlights the staggering impact of the Chinese Communist Party’s campaign against Uyghurs and other Turkic minorities in Xinjiang, estimating a cumulative 4.4 million years of prison sentences, nationalreview.com published yesterday. The report from Yale’s…
Muslim Cemetery to Open in Sicily for Migrants
August 17, 2024
Muslim Cemetery to Open in Sicily for Migrants
A new cemetery for Muslims is set to open in Palma di Montechiaro, Sicily, primarily serving as a burial site for Muslim migrants who die while attempting to reach Italy by sea, Info Migrants reported yesterday. The agreement to establish…