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The Ismaili Update: Portugal visit - Part 3

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Book launch | Living Islam: Muslim Expressions of Faith

Join us for an evening of conversation inspired by Living Islam: Muslim Expressions of Faith, the acclaimed new work by Professor Ali S ...

Mawlana Hazar Imam concludes visit to Portugal

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Humanoid robots show off dance moves, boxing skills at Understanding China Conference

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Robot Walks for Three Days Straight, Hotswapping Its Battery Over and Over in New World Record

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10 railway stations famous for futuristic architecture

From Tokyo’s Shibuya and Belgium’s Liège-Guillemins to Mumbai’s futuristic heritage station, these stations are icons of innovation, design, and smart technology powering the future of rail travel.

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The Ismaili Update: Portugal visit - Part 2

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Yesterday afternoon, Mawlana Hazar Imam graced the Jamats of Portugal and Spain with didar, and earlier today he granted a mulaqat to the young ...

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Saudi Arabia shuts over 1,300 establishments in major inspection sweep

Inspection teams carried out 6,046 field visits during a campaign

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Welcome to a special edition of The Ismaili Update as the Jamat celebrates Mawlana Hazar Imam’s arrival into Portugal. Our host Patricia brings us today’s highlights from Lisbon, where Hazar Imam ...

Mawlana Hazar Imam visits Portugal

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Rising high into Saudi sky: World's new tallest skyscraper progresses

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The architect who creates landscapes that forge community

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Mother’s Room - Family Comfort and Well-Being

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An Intense Monsoon Season Is Battering Parts of Asia. Here’s What We Know.

Unusually destructive storms have killed at least 1,350 people across the region and displaced millions in South and Southeast Asia.

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The Case for Ending a Long, Mostly Good Marriage

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By Cathi Hanauer

Ms. Hanauer is the author of three novels and two essay anthologies. She is working on a novel about single women and ...

Your drone questions

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Drones are already reshaping our lives — in surveillance, in ...

Didar Day - Key information

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‘Imperial Israel’ in the New Middle East

A series of attacks show how Israel has expanded its reach in the region.

It’s become a pattern: Since the cease-fire in Gaza was reached, Israel has carried out a steady drumbeat of attacks not just in Gaza, but in Lebanon and Syria. Last week, its ...

Paddy and Mick are walking through a graveyard …

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… in Ireland after a few drinks. Paddy starts reading the gravestones.

Mick, he says, should look at this. A fella here who was 90 when he died.

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Sri Lanka Declares ‘Largest’ Disaster as Cyclone Kills 355

The president called the nationwide flooding the largest and most challenging natural disaster in the island’s history, as emergency rescue efforts continue.

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CALANDAGAN WINS THE JAPAN CUP IN A RECORD TIME! 🏆 ジャパンカップ

Calandagan made reset the record books as he beat Masquerade Ball in a thrilling 2025 Japan Cup contest in Tokyo, finishing in a record time and becoming the first foreign horse to win the race for 20 years.

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Deadly Floods in Indonesia Leave Hundreds Missing

Hundreds of people have been killed and millions displaced as extreme weather has ravaged Southeast Asia this month. Indonesia’s heavy rain was linked to two tropical cyclones.

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Catholics warned against polygamy in new decree approved by Pope Leo

The question of how to better enforce the Church's teachings on marriage was previously debated

The Vatican has issued a new decree, approved by Pope Leo, reaffirming its stance that Catholics should commit to one spouse for ...

China begins construction of the world's largest high-speed underwater train: the tunnel will be 123 km long under the sea, connect two continents in 40 minutes, cost US$36 billion, and will face seismic zones with cutting-edge engineering.

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Trapped for Two Hours in a Burning Tower: One Resident’s Account

In his own words, William Li, a resident of the Hong Kong apartment complex that became an inferno, recounted how he and two neighbors survived until help arrived.

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Saudi Arabia Plans New Alcohol Shops Ahead of Global Events | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

After over 70 years of prohibition, Saudi Arabia is cautiously easing its alcohol ban. New liquor stores will open in Dhahran and Jeddah, serving non-Muslim diplomats and select expats. This follows a ...

What Is Agentic A.I., and Would You Trust It to Book a Flight?

Companies are racing to develop artificial intelligence tools that can make reservations for flights, hotels and more on your behalf. Here’s what to know.

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AKU hosts climate adaptation conference in Karachi

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I’m 62. Stop Telling Me I’m Old.

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By Ken Stern

Mr. Stern is the author of “Healthy to 100: How Strong Social Ties Lead to Long Lives.”

We have reached Peak 65: There are more ...