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Millions of plastic pellets wash up on Spanish shore, raising concern among environmentalists

Millions of plastic pellets wash up on Spanish shore, raising concern among environmentalists

Millions of plastic pellets have washed up on the shores of a beach in Spain, causing concern among environmentalists, Reuters said in an article it published on Monday. The pellets are used to produce items, such as water bottles and…
General Assembly of Shia Scholars in Australia discusses various issues to better serve Shia community

General Assembly of Shia Scholars in Australia discusses various issues to better serve Shia community

The General Assembly of Shia Scholars in Newport, New South Wales, Australia, held a new meeting to discuss a number of topics on the Islamic and Shia spheres. In a statement published on its official website and viewed by Shia…
Shia Muslims in Africa hold celebrations to honor blessed birth of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra

Shia Muslims in Africa hold celebrations to honor blessed birth of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra

Several African cities witnessed large processions and major celebrations in commemoration of the birth of Fatima Zahra (peace be upon her) Major events and celebrations were held in a number of African countries to commemorate the blessed birth of Sayyeda…
New research warns of hidden dangers of Teen Cannabis Use

New research warns of hidden dangers of Teen Cannabis Use

In a rapidly changing landscape of cannabis products, a recent study highlights the alarming susceptibility of the adolescent brain to the harms of THC.The research, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, found that adolescents who use cannabis are twice…
Non-Violence Organization expresses concern over ongoing targeting of journalists in Tunisia

Non-Violence Organization expresses concern over ongoing targeting of journalists in Tunisia

The World Non-Violence Organization, Freemuslim, has expressed its growing concern about the Tunisian authorities’ measures to restrict the media and press and the ongoing attempts to silence voices, following the arrest of a journalist on Wednesday January 3rd, 2024, calling…
Nigeria, Kenya see worst currency values in over 20 years

Nigeria, Kenya see worst currency values in over 20 years

Even tough Nigeria and Kenya recorded significant growth across numerous industries, they both suffered severe currency devaluation, said an article published today by Business Insider Africa. According to the data, Nigeria’s Naira plunges 55% against the US dollar in 2023,…
Australia-based Imam Al-Hassan Al-Mujtaba Center continues its cultural, religious activities

Australia-based Imam Al-Hassan Al-Mujtaba Center continues its cultural, religious activities

The New South Wales-based Imam Al-Hassan Al-Mujtaba Center is intensifying its activities and events for Shia children and youth in Australia. The center’s organizers emphasized the need to increase activities and events for young children, which will enhance their religious…
Number of undocumented migrants almost doubled in Spain in 2023

Number of undocumented migrants almost doubled in Spain in 2023

Around 57,000 migrants entered Spain irregularly last year, almost double the 2022 number as arrivals on the Canary Islands in fragile boats from west Africa surged to record levels, official data showed on Wednesday, Reuters reported. The Spanish government last…
Ukraine and Russia carry out biggest prisoner swap since war began

Ukraine and Russia carry out biggest prisoner swap since war began

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged hundreds of prisoners of war in the biggest single release of captives since Russia’s invasion began in February 2022. Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday that 230 of its prisoners were released while Russia said 248…
456,000 Uyghurs newly employed in Xinjiang, mostly in forced labour, experts say

456,000 Uyghurs newly employed in Xinjiang, mostly in forced labour, experts say

China says that 456,000 people were newly employed during the first 10 months of the year in its far-western Xinjiang region, evidence it said showed that Beijing was successfully promoting economic development to create a “happy and harmonious” Uyghur society.…
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