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Hundreds dead as Congo River basin inundated by floods
January 12, 2024
Hundreds dead as Congo River basin inundated by floods
The Congo River has risen to its highest level in more than 60 years, causing flooding throughout the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Congo Republic that has killed more than 300 people, and affected 300,000 households over the past…
Taiwan plans to develop halal tourism
January 11, 2024
Taiwan plans to develop halal tourism
Taipei City was recently lauded as the “Most Promising Muslim-friendly City Destination of the Year” by the Halal In Travel Global Summit 2023. Department of Information and Tourism of Taipei City Government announced during a recent press conference that it…
Al-Shabab terrorists kill 1 person, capture 5 others from UN helicopter after its emergency landing
January 11, 2024
Al-Shabab terrorists kill 1 person, capture 5 others from UN helicopter after its emergency landing
Fighters of the al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab group attacked a United Nations helicopter that made an emergency landing Wednesday in territory controlled by the Sunni extremists in Somalia, killing one passenger and abducting five others, officials said. According to officials, the helicopter…
Millions of plastic pellets wash up on Spanish shore, raising concern among environmentalists
January 9, 2024
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
January 9, 2024
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
January 9, 2024
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
January 8, 2024
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
January 7, 2024
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
January 4, 2024
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
January 4, 2024
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…