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- Thu Mar 14, 2024 9:36 am
- Forum: Doctrines
- Topic: Near Death Experiences (NDEs)
- Replies: 117
- Views: 93633
What Deathbed Visions Teach Us About Living
Researchers are documenting a phenomenon that seems to help the dying, as well as those they leave behind. Chris Kerr was 12 when he first observed a deathbed vision. His memory of that summer in 1974 is blurred, but not the sense of mystery he felt at the bedside of his dying father. Throughout Ker...
- Thu Mar 14, 2024 8:44 am
- Forum: Art, Architecture, Music
- Topic: General Art & Architecture of Interest
- Replies: 159
- Views: 95217
Re: General Art & Architecture of Interest
An Artist’s Response to a Racist Mural Walks a Fine Line Activists urged Tate Britain to take an offensive artwork from 1927 off its walls, but the museum instead commissioned Keith Piper to create a response. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/11/multimedia/TATE-MURAL-01-gtfj/TATE-MURAL-01-gt...
- Wed Mar 13, 2024 7:26 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: AMAZING STORIES
- Replies: 282
- Views: 199075
A ‘Perfect Monolith’ Appears in Wales
A resident said he discovered the shiny, silver object on a prominent hill during his daily walk. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/12/multimedia/12xp-monolith1/12xp-monolith1-superJumbo.jpg?quality=75&auto=webp The newly discovered monolith in Powys, Wales, on Tuesday.Credit...Craig Muir ...
- Wed Mar 13, 2024 11:56 am
- Forum: Doctrines
- Topic: Islam and Hinduism's blurred lines
- Replies: 211
- Views: 355569
Re: Islam and Hinduism's blurred lines
Citizenship Law That Excludes Muslims Takes Effect, India Says The law sparked lethal riots when it was passed. Now, after a four-year delay, it has come into force on the eve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s re-election campaign. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/12/multimedia/12india-citiz...
- Wed Mar 13, 2024 10:06 am
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: TECHNOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT
- Replies: 592
- Views: 621138
Re: TECHNOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT
Secrets of ancient Herculaneum scroll deciphered by AI ROME — Buried in ash after Mount Vesuvius’ cataclysmic eruption in 79 A.D., hundreds of papyrus scrolls have kept their secrets hidden for centuries. But archeologists have now been able to decipher some of the ancient text with the help of art...
- Tue Mar 12, 2024 9:59 am
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: JUDAISM
- Replies: 117
- Views: 229554
Re: JUDAISM
Where Antisemitism and Anti-Zionism Collide https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/11/multimedia/11goldberg2-jvzc/11goldberg2-jvzc-superJumbo.jpg?quality=75&auto=webp Every time I write, as I did last week, that I don’t think anti-Zionism is necessarily antisemitic, I get emails from Jewish re...
- Tue Mar 12, 2024 8:00 am
- Forum: Contemporary
- Topic: The Concept of Post Fact Society
- Replies: 94
- Views: 97372
Re: The Concept of Post Fact Society
Even Photoshop Can’t Erase Royals’ Latest P.R. Blemish A Mother’s Day photo was meant to douse speculation about the Princess of Wales’ health. It did the opposite — and threatened to undermine trust in the royal family. https://static01.nytimes.com/newsgraphics/2024-03-11-royals-photo-edit/0c94f9b...
- Mon Mar 11, 2024 8:45 am
- Forum: Art, Architecture, Music
- Topic: General Art & Architecture of Interest
- Replies: 159
- Views: 95217
Daur-e-Hayyat (Time of Life) | Dr. Karim Gillani & Kashif Din | Maulana Muhammad Ali Jauhar | Ghazal
https://files.constantcontact.com/bdc05dd3701/2318cafc-28a7-438e-883f-453fe3b5dfe5.jpg?rdr=true Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTZM4UL5lyg JollyGul is thrilled to announce the release of the original ghazal video “Daur-e-Hayyat,” featuring the profound poetry of Maulana Muhammad Ali Jauhar,...
- Mon Mar 11, 2024 8:20 am
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: Articles of Interest in Science
- Replies: 323
- Views: 153602
Scientists Discover 100 New Marine Species in New Zealand
The findings, from the largely uncharted waters of Bounty Trough, show that “we’ve got a long way to go in terms of understanding where life is found in the ocean,” a researcher said. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/10/multimedia/10xp-species-lbzk/10xp-species-lbzk-jumbo.jpg?quality=75&a...
- Mon Mar 11, 2024 8:12 am
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: General Gender Related Issues
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1976
Re: General Gender Related Issues
Ireland Rejects Constitution Changes, Keeping ‘Women in the Home’ Language Two proposed amendments, which voters considered on Friday, were intended to reflect the more secular, liberal values of the nation’s modern era. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/09/multimedia/09ireland-referendum-HFO...
- Sun Mar 10, 2024 9:25 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: General Gender Related Issues
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1976
‘It’s a Way of Life’: Women Make Their Mark in the Ukrainian Army
As Ukraine struggles against Russian assaults and its losses mount, there has been a surge of women enlisting, and they are increasingly volunteering for combat roles. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/01/07/world/00Ukraine-Women-Soliders-Top/00Ukraine-Women-Soliders-superJumbo.jpg?quality=75&...
- Sun Mar 10, 2024 8:49 am
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: SOCIAL TRENDS
- Replies: 192
- Views: 139570
Re: SOCIAL TRENDS
A sculpture in Wuhan, a city in central China, depicted a joyful family of three. Recently, two more children were added. https://static01.nytimes.com/newsgraphics/2024-02-19-china-childbirth-propaganda/58164e42-d509-4c47-8d9c-4e9772ab0999/_assets/top-600.jpg An official newspaper said the change wa...
- Sun Mar 10, 2024 7:52 am
- Forum: Contemporary
- Topic: THE MIDDLE EAST
- Replies: 307
- Views: 200142
Re: THE MIDDLE EAST
As Israel’s Ties to Arab Countries Fray, a Strained Lifeline Remains The United Arab Emirates has maintained its links to Israel throughout the war in Gaza, but the relationship, built on a U.S.-brokered deal, is under pressure as anger against Israel grows. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/...
- Sat Mar 09, 2024 3:28 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: AMAZING STORIES
- Replies: 282
- Views: 199075
Brothers Funeral On The Same Day!
Kisumu business tycoon Amin Gilani will be buried in Kisumu on Sunday. Amin, who owns Mayfair Holdings, died on March 2 aged 70 in the United Kingdom, where he was receiving treatment. He will be buried according to the Ismailia rites at the City’s cemetery. The family said a fundraising (Dilsoji) w...
- Sat Mar 09, 2024 8:52 am
- Forum: Art, Architecture, Music
- Topic: General Art & Architecture of Interest
- Replies: 159
- Views: 95217
An Architect Who Builds Community Wins the Pritzker Prize
Riken Yamamoto of Japan is recognized for modest designs that inspire social connection and both literal and figurative transparency. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/06/multimedia/05pritzker-kpvc/05pritzker-kpvc-superJumbo.jpg?quality=75&auto=webp Riken Yamamoto, whose understated buildi...
- Fri Mar 08, 2024 8:12 am
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: General Gender Related Issues
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1976
[Free Online Event] You're Invited to The Women of Wisdom Summit
Dear Karim, https://kartrausers.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/fleetmaull/143897292641Email_Banner_Graphic.png We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to you for a truly groundbreaking online event: The Women of Wisdom Summit. This global gathering is set to celebrate and honor the significant ...
- Thu Mar 07, 2024 11:45 pm
- Forum: Contemporary
- Topic: Ismaili Community in Contemporary Situation
- Replies: 360
- Views: 255737
Re: Ismaili Community in Contemporary Situation
Kisumu tycoon Gilani to be buried on Sunday Amin, who owns Mayfair Holdings, died on March 2 aged 70 in the United Kingdom, where he was receiving treatment In Summary - The funeral will then be held on Sunday at 1.30 pm at Kisumu Jamatkhana, before departure at 2.30 pm for the cemetery - Kisumu go...
- Thu Mar 07, 2024 1:27 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: FAITH AND SCIENCE
- Replies: 323
- Views: 418665
Sacred Medicine
Hi Karim, We talk a lot around here about medicinal foods, plants, mushrooms and herbs because we believe they offer profound physical benefits to your body and your overall health. But there is another ancient alternative to modern medicine that is taking the world by storm... Exciting new studies ...
- Wed Mar 06, 2024 11:08 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: FORMS OF GOVERNANCE
- Replies: 484
- Views: 325791
Re: FORMS OF GOVERNANCE
Venezuela Announces Election Date, With Opposition Candidate Still Banned The decision to hold a vote on July 28 is a partial fulfillment of a commitment to the United States, but with the top opposition figure barred, many wondered how free and fair the balloting would be. https://static01.nyt.com...
- Wed Mar 06, 2024 7:47 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: Abortion in Ismaili Religion
- Replies: 55
- Views: 54690
Re: Abortion in Ismaili Religion
French Lawmakers Enshrine Access to Abortion in Constitution Legislators passed an amendment giving women the “guaranteed freedom” to end their pregnancies, which experts called a global first. Video: https://nyti.ms/3QwQEcu Lawmakers and crowds of supporters cheered as France became the first coun...
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- Tue Mar 05, 2024 3:41 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: MAN-MADE DISASTERS
- Replies: 72
- Views: 48743
Re: MAN-MADE DISASTERS
Lives Ended in Gaza Since the war started, more than 30,000 people have been killed during Israel’s bombardment and invasion. Here are some of their stories. THEY SERVED CAPPUCCINOS, repaired cars and acted onstage. They raised children and took care of older parents. They treated wounds, made pizz...
- Tue Mar 05, 2024 1:57 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: Solutions to Sexual Problems.
- Replies: 208
- Views: 237920
Re: Solutions to Sexual Problems.
First U.S. Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Will Be Available Soon The News The first nonprescription birth control pill in the United States will be available in stores and online in the coming weeks at a price of $19.99 a month, the manufacturer, Perrigo Company, announced on Monday. Image htt...
- Mon Mar 04, 2024 8:05 pm
- Forum: Contemporary
- Topic: SOUTH AMERICA
- Replies: 99
- Views: 101533
Re: SOUTH AMERICA
Why Some Colombians Call Their Mothers ‘Your Mercy’ Two centuries after independence from Spain, many Colombians still use “sumercé,” meaning “your mercy” as an everyday address. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/02/world/02colombia-sumerce-05/02colombia-sumerce-05-superJumbo.jpg?quality=75&a...
- Mon Mar 04, 2024 6:22 pm
- Forum: Contemporary
- Topic: THE MIDDLE EAST
- Replies: 307
- Views: 200142
Re: THE MIDDLE EAST
Sunken Ship Carried Fertilizer That Threatens Red Sea, U.S. Says The U.S. Central Command said the 21,000 metric tons of ammonium phosphate sulfate fertilizer presented “an environmental risk,” while the vessel posed an “impact risk.” https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/02/multimedia/live-blog-...
- Mon Mar 04, 2024 1:18 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: JUDAISM
- Replies: 117
- Views: 229554
Re: JUDAISM
Gaza War Is Shifting Ties Between Secular and Ultra-Orthodox Israelis Israel’s Haredim minority has long lived apart from the nation’s mainstream, but fighting has both widened that divide and in some ways helped to bridge it. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/03/02/multimedia/02israel-haredi-01...
- Sun Mar 03, 2024 9:46 pm
- Forum: Current Issues
- Topic: SOCIAL TRENDS
- Replies: 192
- Views: 139570
Re: SOCIAL TRENDS
South Korea Needs Foreign Workers, but Often Fails to Protect Them Though a shrinking population makes imported labor vital, migrant workers routinely face predatory employers, inhumane conditions and other abuse. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/02/14/multimedia/00skorea-migrant-01-lfhp/00skor...
Re: Angels
MESSAGE FROM THE ANGELIC REALM COUNCIL ABOUT CHAOS & COMFORT IN THE WORLD TODAY - FROM SUE FREDERICK Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFH2X3HOV3E Transcript: hello my beloveds this is Reverend Sue Frederick and I have a message from the Angelic realm Council for us today let's take a brea...