Headlines- According to Yemen's government, a Houthi missile attack on the al-Maashiq presidential palace in Aden was survived by the prime minister and cabinet. At least five people died and sixteen were injured.
- Attacks on King Khalid International Airport between October 7 and October 11 resulted in 17 fatalities and 333 injuries, according to the spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen.
- Since October 1, 20 attacks in the Strait of Hormuz have been reported, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations. Two of these incidents were reported on Wednesday.
- Iran's navy said an oil tanker that tried to cross a forbidden area in the Sea of Oman is on fire in the eastern portion of the Strait of Hormuz.
- After a shooting at an elementary school in Oregon on Thursday, at least three people—including children—have died.
- Nidal Hasan, a convicted military base shooter who killed 13 people in 2009 at Fort Hood in Texas, is scheduled to be executed by firing squad on December 3, US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he was canceling plans to broadcast the execution live.
- Only a few days after undergoing surgery, Pope Leo XIV resumed work, the Vatican press office announced on Thursday.
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The Mayor of Minneapolis Signs Law...
A new ordinance now allows Muslims in Minneapolis to hear the call to prayer five times each day from mosques all throughout the city.Narrated by Salem Solomon, Mohamud Mascadde has this report from Minneapolis.
Battleground Towns in Ukraine: Lyman
Formerly occupied city of Lyman, a strategically located city that locals refer to as “The Gates of Donbas.” Residents of the formerly prosperous metropolis now sleep in the basements of abandoned industries and rail yards, not far from towns that have been reduced to ruins.
Niger Fishermen Say Catch in Madarounfa...
Lake Madarounfa is vital to the livelihood and providing food on the tables of the fishermen in Madarounfa, Niger. A drought, though, puts both at risk.Narrated by Salem Solomon, Youssouf Abdoulaye has this report from Niamey:VOA News
President of Zimbabwe,World Bank Tell Tales...
President Emmerson Mnangagwa said that the economy of Zimbabwe was improving as the country celebrated its independence on Tuesday. Although Zimbabwe’s poverty levels are declining, according to a World Bank report published this month, they are still very high.
Domestic Violence Shelter in California Helps...
An Islamic community in California is promoting awareness of domestic violence during Ramadan. VOA’s Genia Dulot reports on a domestic violence shelter in San Diego that caters to Muslim immigrants.
For Many Young Colombians, Influencer Their...
Being an influencer has become more popular in Colombia. More young people are interested in joining digital platforms, according to a recent study, in the hopes of making a lot of money from ads.
Pickleball Popular in US,But Not Everyone...
The fastest-growing sport in the US is pickleball. All age groups enjoy playing it because it’s easy to learn and can be done in a short space. But not everyone finds it appealing.
As 400,000 Earthquake Survivors Seek Shelter,Turkish...
Hundreds of thousands of survivors of the earthquake that struck southern Turkey and Syria on February 6 sought refuge in the neighboring Turkish city of Mersin. The city administration claims they urgently need more assistance to handle the inflow.
Youngest Members Involved at Michigan’s Oldest...
The 85th anniversary of Michigan’s oldest mosque is being commemorated. One of the country’s oldest mosques, the American Moslem Society Mosque in Dearborn offers both religious and recreational activities to the younger generation.
Ghanaian Activist Swims Volta River to...
A Ghanaian activist is swimming the nearly 500-kilometer-long Volta River, which includes Lake Volta, to raise awareness of the problem of growing water pollution. In order to check for contamination, Yvette Tetteh is also taking water samples along the way.