Iran Students Protest Again as Classrooms Empty, Graveyards Fill
Iranian students have reignited protests, with classrooms left empty and graveyards filling, driven by ongoing political and social grievances.
Iranian students have reignited protests, with classrooms left empty and graveyards filling, driven by ongoing political and social grievances.
Eid al-Fitr in 2026 is anticipated to occur on March 19th or 20th, marking the end of Ramadan with prayers, family gatherings, and feasts.
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A major survey reveals the New York City accent is among 30 American dialects fading, with Appalachian and Southern accents most endangered as the nation shifts toward neutral speech.
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In 1978, Soviet scientists discovered a family of Old Believers living in complete isolation in Siberia, untouched by modern society for decades. Decades later, one member remains, offering a unique glimpse into a forgotten way of life.
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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte faces a pre-trial hearing at the ICC for crimes against humanity linked to his drug war, as victims' families demand justice and he refuses to attend, citing age and health issues.
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Syrian officials confirm the al-Hol camp, housing women and children linked to Islamic State, has been completely emptied after a final convoy left Sunday, with residents transferred or repatriated.
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RecommendedClashes erupt at Tehran's Sharif University as anti-government students protest. US military presence grows in the Middle East amid Trump's threats of intervention over Iran's nuclear program.
University students in Tehran and Mashhad have initiated new anti-government demonstrations around 40-day memorials for thousands killed in January's deadly crackdown, as Iran faces heightened U.S. military pressure.
Global leaders warn the US-led postwar order is collapsing, replaced by transactional alliances and power struggles, risking a world without rules or cooperation.
A Ukrainian mother shares her perspective on giving birth during the ongoing conflict, framing it as a patriotic act of hope and defiance against adversity.
The bones of St. Francis of Assisi have gone on public display for the first time, drawing nearly 400,000 registrants and highlighting the enduring Christian tradition of venerating relics.
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RecommendedProtesters gathered outside Tehran universities, mourning those killed in last month's government crackdown. Anti-government and pro-monarchy chants were heard as Iranians demanded an end to clerical rule.
The bones of St. Francis of Assisi are on public display for the first time in Assisi, drawing pilgrims to the Umbrian town. The medieval friar inspired Pope Francis and generations of Christians.
The skeleton of Saint Francis of Assisi is being publicly displayed for the first time, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Basilica in Italy for a month-long exhibition marking the 800th anniversary of his death.
Cuba faces a humanitarian crisis with endless blackouts, food shortages, crumbling buildings and mounting rubbish as US sanctions tighten and fuel supplies dwindle.
Jesús Armas, released from Venezuela's notorious Helicoide prison, shares his journey from captivity to the streets, highlighting the slow march towards democracy post-Maduro.
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RecommendedMuslims in the UK will break their fast at 17:31 on Sunday 22 February 2026 during Ramadan, following the Sunnah tradition of starting with dates.
Iranian university students have clashed with pro-government militia as fresh protests erupted, marking the new semester with demonstrations and mourning ceremonies for those killed in January's anti-government unrest.
Medical professionals and legal experts in Iran face persecution from the regime for treating injured protesters and defending detainees, with death toll estimates far exceeding official figures.
North Korean defectors detail Kim Jong Un's revival of a 'Pleasure Squad' tradition, with young women subjected to invasive tests and sexual servitude for the regime's elite.
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has led to a significant decline in birth rates, with families delaying or reconsidering plans for children due to safety concerns and economic instability.
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RecommendedThe US Department of Homeland Security suspends TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs due to a partial government shutdown, causing travel disruptions.