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Norwegian Police to carry arms after threats made against Muslim community
April 7, 2024
Norwegian Police to carry arms after threats made against Muslim community
The Norwegian police have announced that officers on duty will be carrying firearms in response to threats made against the Muslim community, TRTWorld reported yesterday. The police director general made the decision on Saturday to arm officers nationwide, citing threats…
China making efforts to prevent Uyghurs from fasting through feasts, patrols
April 6, 2024
China making efforts to prevent Uyghurs from fasting through feasts, patrols
Chinese authorities in Xinjiang are using festivals and surveillance to prevent Uyghur Muslims from fasting, praying and observing Ramadan, RFA reported in an article. They organized arts events, outdoor feasts, and distributed free food, while also holding communal meetings to…
In support of their Imams, Shias mark “World Al-Askariyain Victory Day”
April 5, 2024
In support of their Imams, Shias mark “World Al-Askariyain Victory Day”
Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, have observed the “World Al-Askariyain Victory Day”, which is marked on the last Friday of the blessed month of Ramadan, to express support to their Infallible Imams, peace be upon them. Al-Wala’…
Weather experts project 23 storms for ‘extremely active’ Atlantic hurricane season
April 5, 2024
Weather experts project 23 storms for ‘extremely active’ Atlantic hurricane season
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be “extremely active,” with forecasters predicting 23 storms, 11 of which could become major hurricanes, VOA reported. This increase is due to warm ocean temperatures and weather patterns that are less likely…
UN increases efforts to render Somalia free of explosive hazards
April 5, 2024
UN increases efforts to render Somalia free of explosive hazards
The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) on Thursday pledged to continue efforts to clear Somalia of explosive remnants of war (ERW) and to enhance the capacity of the Somalia Explosive Management Authority (SEMA), Xinhua reported. Landmines and ERW continue…
UN underlines importance of addressing prevention of aid delivery to children in conflict-affected areas
April 4, 2024
UN underlines importance of addressing prevention of aid delivery to children in conflict-affected areas
The United Nations issued a report warning of the deteriorating humanitarian situation for children in conflict-affected areas due to the prevention of humanitarian aid delivery, urging accountability for these actions. The UN Security Council held a special meeting to discuss…
One of world’s oldest known books to be sold at London later this year
April 4, 2024
One of world’s oldest known books to be sold at London later this year
The international auction house “Christie’s” announced that an ancient Egyptian manuscript will be put for sale at a public auction to be held in London in the coming months. This manuscript, known as the “Crosby Schøyen,” is one of the…
Despite 9%-decline in forest loss in 2023, forest destruction ‘stubbornly’ high, researchers say
April 4, 2024
Despite 9%-decline in forest loss in 2023, forest destruction ‘stubbornly’ high, researchers say
The world lost 10 football fields of old-growth tropical forest every minute in 2023, TRTWorld cited a recent report. Despite progress in the Amazon, researchers from the World Resources Institute and the University of Maryland reported that high rates of…
Southern Africa grappling with hunger as Zimbabwe declares drought national disaster
April 3, 2024
Southern Africa grappling with hunger as Zimbabwe declares drought national disaster
President Emmerson Mnangagwa declared Zimbabwe’s drought a national disaster on Wednesday, stressing the country needs over $2 billion in aid to help millions facing hunger, Reuters reported. Mnangagwa’s announcement follows similar statements by Zambia and Malawi due to the El…
Poliovirus almost extinct in Pakistan, Afghanistan, health experts say
April 3, 2024
Poliovirus almost extinct in Pakistan, Afghanistan, health experts say
Global efforts have confined polio to a few areas in Pakistan and Afghanistan, the last two countries where the virus still affects children, VOA reported in an article. According to WHO, progress has been made in tackling the disease, with…