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Muslim Majority Tajikistan Bans Hijab, Limits Eid Customs

23 Jun 2024

In a surprising move, Tajikistan has banned the use of the hijab, labelling it an "alien garment". Additionally, the country has outlawed ‘Idi', the tradition where children seek money during Eid. Despite 96% of the population being Muslim, this action aims to promote a more “secular” national identity. According to...

US Presidential Elections: Here’s Who Could Be Donald Trump’s Running Mate

23 Jun 2024

With just a few months remaining for the much-vaunted US Presidential Elections 2024, speculations are on the rise on who will the Republican candidate Donald Trump choose as a running mate. While the former President is scheduled to reveal his pick at the upcoming Republican National Convention, sources have told...

Israeli Man Fatally Shot in West Bank as Gaza Conflict Continues

23 Jun 2024

An Israeli man was fatally shot in the Palestinian town of Qalqilya in the northern West Bank on Saturday morning, according to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). This incident occurred as deadly strikes continued to hit northern Gaza. Over 37,500 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza, and more than 500...

Top US Official For Israel-Palestine Affairs Resigns Over War In Gaza

22 Jun 2024

Senior US Department of State official and expert on Israeli-Palestinian affairs, Andrew Miller, has resigned from his post, citing personal reasons. Miller, the deputy assistant secretary for Israeli-Palestinian affairs, reportedly left his position to spend more time with his family, according to The Washington Post. The ongoing conflict, which has...

This City in Spain Is Banning Tourists from Renting Apartments. Here’s Why

22 Jun 2024

Spanish capital and top holiday destination, Barcelona, announced on Friday a significant policy shift to curb the city's soaring housing costs. By November 2028, the city will prohibit tourists from renting apartments, revoking the licenses of the 10,101 currently approved short-term rentals. The decision was announced by Mayor Jaume Collboni,...

Putin’s ‘Crony Kids’ Ascend in Russian Government. Here’s Who They Are

22 Jun 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin fired Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu over bribery allegations, replacing him with economist Andrey Belousov. Some experts believe this significant reshuffle in military leadership may stem from infighting among top officials. Throughout the two-year war with Ukraine, Putin has used such changes to signal his intent to...

In Pics: Eight-year-old Pekingese Wins World’s Ugliest Dog Contest

22 Jun 2024

Eight-year-old Pekingese dog from Coos Bay, Oregon was crowned as the World’s ugliest dog on Friday. The canine, named Wild Thang, claimed the title in the 2024 edition of the competition held at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California. This annual event, celebrating its nearly 50-year tradition, highlights the unique...

Pune Porsche Crash Case: District Court Grants Bail To Father of Accused Teen

21 Jun 2024

Pune district court, on Friday, granted bail to the father of the accused in the Pune Porsche crash case Vishal Agarwal. He was booked under Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. His advocate, Prashant Patil, has ascertained that his victim shall continue to...

Explained: Why Do Smartphones Heat Up And Here’s How You Can Protect Them

21 Jun 2024

World is experiencing one of its hottest summers, with temperatures soaring past 50 degrees Celsius in many regions. Among them is India, where New Delhi recently recorded a staggering 52 degrees Celsius. Such extreme heat affects not only our bodies but also everyday items, particularly our smartphones. Pivotal in today's...

‘What Are They Plotting?’: Putin, Kim’s ‘Bromance’ Triggers Meme Fest

21 Jun 2024

Earlier this week, Russian President Vladimir Putin took an audacious step and flouted US warnings by making a short trip to North Korea. In Pyongyang, he met Kim Jong Un and held bilateral talks with him. However, what captured the internet’s attention was their alleged “bromance.” The two leaders were...

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