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Freshwater ecosystems, including rivers and estuaries, are becoming saltier due to natural and human processes, threatening biodiversity and water resources, Earth.com reported. A recent study from the University of Maryland highlights the dual sources of salinity: land-based activities, such as…

Muslim educators in Australia have criticized the scheduling of NAPLAN exams during Ramadan, arguing it disadvantages fasting students and undermines inclusivity, Australian media network ABC News reported NAPLAN (National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy) is a standardized test in…

Despite the ongoing war with Russia, thousands of Muslims in Ukraine are observing Ramadan, Rudaw reported. For many, fasting serves as a source of solace for both the soul and mind. Some Muslim officers in the Ukrainian army reflect on…

The Muslim Council in the United States has expressed deep concern regarding the alarming rise of Islamophobia worldwide, as evidenced by recent reports indicating a surge in anti-Muslim sentiments and attacks, Morocco World News reported. The Council on American Islamic…

Swedish Minister for Schools, Lotta Edholm, announced on Thursday, March 13, a proposed law to ban mobile phone use among students in Swedish schools. If approved, the ban will take effect on July 1, 2026. During a press conference, Edholm…

The semi-official China Islamic Association has undergone a significant rebranding, removing its traditional Arabic-style green logo featuring Islamic symbols from its website and social media, South China Morning Post reported. This change reflects Beijing’s ongoing campaign to “sinicise” religions in…

Twenty-four organizations, including Amnesty International and Oxfam, submitted a joint statement to the UN on Friday, emphasizing the critical link between fossil fuels and climate harm, Jurist News reported. They highlighted that carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel use increased…

In 2024, global sea levels rose at an accelerated rate of 0.23 inches (0.59 centimeters) per year, surpassing the expected 0.17 inches (0.43 centimeters), an article by Earth.com claimed. This increase is primarily attributed to thermal expansion, which now accounts…

On March 15, the world observes the International Day Against Islamophobia, a day officially recognized by the United Nations to raise awareness about the growing issue of Islamophobia and to promote tolerance, understanding, and respect for all people, regardless of…

A study published in The Lancet in March 2025 indicates that by 2045, approximately 12% of sub-Saharan Africans could be living with diabetes, nearly double previous estimates, VOA reported. Researchers tracked over 10,000 participants in South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, and…