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A New Book Fair Shows Syria’s Open‑Book Future

February 12, 2026

The Damascus book fair this month marked a turning point for the country, showing that books once banned are now on shelves and selling well. The event opened after Bashar al‑Assad’s regime fell, reflecting how the new government has changed Syria’s cultural rules. At the fair, readers could find

politics

Settlers and Land: A Clash in the West Bank

December 24, 2025

In the West Bank, small groups of settlers are making big moves. They start with a few temporary homes and grow into large communities. This growth often comes at the expense of Palestinians, who are driven off their land. The settlers use violence to take control. They set fires and throw stones. T

politics

Nigeria's Bold Move to Tackle Violence

November 27, 2025

Nigeria is taking big steps to fight the violence that's been happening across the country. President Bola Tinubu has just announced a national security emergency. He's planning to add 20, 000 new police officers to the force. That's a lot of new recruits! He also wants to use National Youth Service

science

Bugs and Crime: Unlikely Partners in Solving Mysteries

November 1, 2025

In the heart of Louisiana, a unique research project is unfolding. Scientists are studying bugs that feast on dead animals to better understand how these creatures can aid in crime investigations. The team, led by Dr. Rabi Musah, a chemist and professor at LSU, is documenting the bugs that arrive at

politics

Escape from El-Fasher: Survivors Share Harrowing Tales of RSF Brutality

October 31, 2025

El-Fasher, a city in Sudan's Darfur region, has recently fallen under the control of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Survivors who managed to escape have shared horrifying accounts of the violence they endured. Ezzeldin Hassan Musa, one of the survivors, described the brutal treatment meted out by t

religion

The Alevi Faith and Organ Donation: A Unique Perspective

October 25, 2025

The Alevi-Bektashi community, spread across Türkiye and beyond, holds a distinctive view on organ donation. For them, donating organs after death is seen as a way to achieve eternal salvation. This belief is deeply rooted in their social norms, known as erkân. A recent study explored this topic by

science

Banana Power: Nature's Secret Medicine

July 11, 2025

Bananas are more than just a tasty snack. They have been used for ages in traditional medicine. Two types, Musa sapientum and Musa paradisiaca, are packed with helpful compounds. These include flavonoids, alkaloids, and vitamins. They are found in different parts of the plant, like the roots, fruits

health

Africa's Fight Against Malaria in a Changing Climate

June 8, 2025

In the heart of Africa, a critical meeting took place in December 2024. Experts from 19 countries gathered in Musanze, Rwanda. They came together to tackle a pressing issue: how climate change is making it harder to control malaria. These experts were part of National Malaria Control and Elimination

sports

Weighty Issues at UFC Vegas 104

March 15, 2025

UFC Vegas 104 had a rocky start with three fighters missing their weight targets. The biggest offender was Diyar Nurgozhay, a new light heavyweight prospect who weighed in at 210. 5 pounds for a 205-pound fight. This was a significant miss, nearly five pounds over the limit. Nurgozhay was fined 25%

politics

Tariffs and Inflation: How Americans Are Feeling the Pinch

February 21, 2025

Americans are feeling the squeeze. Inflation is on the rise again, and it's got people worried. The University of Michigan's latest survey shows that consumer sentiment took a nosedive in February. This isn't just a small dip; it's a big 10% drop from January. That's double the initial decline r