World Press Freedom Day: Gaza conflict deadliest for journalists

[ad_1] World Press Freedom Day Every year on May 3, UNESCO commemorates World Press Freedom Day. It is being marked today at a particularly perilous time for journalists globally, with Israel’s war on Gaza becoming the deadliest conflict for journalists and media...

Satellite images reveal Israeli destruction of hospitals in Gaza

[ad_1] The medical crisis in Gaza's hospitals, or what remains of them, is catastrophic. Hospitals can barely treat patients, and staff don't have the equipment, medicine or even beds necessary to take care of Palestinians in the enclave, who are...

When is Eid al-Fitr 2024 and how is it celebrated?

[ad_1] EXPLAINER The three-day festival celebrates the completion of the fasting month of Ramadan by Muslims across the world. As the fasting month of Ramadan comes to an end, Muslims around the world are preparing for Eid al-Fitr, the “festival...

How will the Baltimore Key Bridge debris be cleared?

[ad_1] EXPLAINERA temporary route for vessels has opened in Baltimore following the collision of a cargo vessel with a major bridge last week.The first vessel has passed through a temporary alternate channel created around the Francis Scott Key Bridge in...

The cost of a Ramadan iftar meal around the world

[ad_1] As the sun sets during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, Muslims from around the world gather to break their fast with dates and water followed by a meal known as iftar. There are some 1.9 billion Muslims around...