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Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini appointed as the new Aga Khan
The late Aga Khan's son has been named as his successor after the spiritual leader's will was unsealed.BBC News - 1h -
The Aga Khan IV, Wealthy Leader of the Ismaili Muslims, Dies at 88
At the age of 20, Prince Karim Al-Hussaini inherited the reins of a Shia Muslim lineage and used his entrepreneurship to become one of the world’s richest hereditary rulers.The New York Times - 1h -
Rahim al-Hussaini named as 50th Aga Khan after death of father
Prince becomes spiritual leader of the world’s millions of Ismaili Muslims after death of Karim Al-Hussaini aged 88. Rahim al-Hussaini, 53, has been named the new Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of ...The Guardian - 1h -
When the Aga Khan’s Derby Winner Was Kidnapped
Shergar, a brilliant winner of Britain’s most prestigious race, the Epsom Derby, was taken from his stable in 1983. He was never seen again.The New York Times - 2h -
Aga Khan dies with mystery of Shergar kidnapping still unsolved
The easiest Derby winner ever was his greatest triumph but the horse’s fate at the hands of the IRA haunted him. Aga Khan IV, who has died at the age of 88, bred and owned the magnificent, ...The Guardian - 7h -
Prince Rahim Is Named the Next Aga Khan, Succeeding His Father
Prince Rahim, the new leader of the Ismaili Muslims, was named as the successor of his father, who died at 88.The New York Times - 2h -
Billionaire and spiritual leader the Aga Khan dies
The philanthropist and spiritual leader died "peacefully" at the age of 88 in Lisbon, Portugal.BBC News - 8h -
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims and a philanthropist, dies at 88
The Aga Khan, who became the spiritual leader of the world’s millions of Ismaili Muslims at age 20 and then evolved into a business magnate and philanthropist, died Tuesday.NBC News - 10h -
Aga Khan, philanthropist and leader of Ismaili Muslims, dies aged 88
Prince founded vast business development network focused on Africa and AsiaFinancial Times - 17h -
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's Ismaili Muslims, dies at 88
Considered by his followers to be a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad, the Aga Khan was a business magnate and philanthropist.CBS News - 19h -
The Aga Khan, philanthropist and spiritual leader, dies aged 88
Considered a direct descendant of the prophet Muhammad, the Aga Khan spent billions on homes, hospitals and schools in developing countries. The Aga Khan, who became the spiritual leader of the ...The Guardian - 20h -
The Aga Khan IV, Leader of the Ismaili Muslims, Dies at 88
At the age of 20, he inherited the reins of a Shia Muslim lineage and used his entrepreneurship to become one of the world’s wealthiest hereditary rulers.The New York Times - 20h -
Horst Köhler, 81, Former German President and I.M.F. Leader, Dies
He held the ceremonial post of German president after a finance-focused career. Shortly into his second term, he became the first German president in four decades to resign.The New York Times - 1d -
Wagner scores 22 and Indiana State beats UIC 88-83
Led by Camp Wagner's 22 points, the Indiana State Sycamores defeated the UIC Flames 88-83ABC News - 3d -
Thousands of followers of a Sufi Muslim brotherhood celebrate a sacred date in Senegal
Prayers and melodic chants reverberated across Dakar’s Yoff neighborhood as thousands of followers from the Layene brotherhood commemorated the first public appearance of their founder Seydina ...ABC News - 4d -
Lilly scores 34, Brown beats Pennsylvania 88-79
The Brown Bears defeated the Pennsylvania Quakers 88-79 on Friday night led by Kino Lilly Jr.'s 34 pointsABC News - 4d -
Tens of thousands of Muslims attend annual Biswa Ijtema event in Bangladesh
Tens of thousands of people have gathered on a riverbank near Bangladesh’s capital to listen to sermons by Islamic scholars at the Biswa Ijtema or global congregation of Muslim devoteesABC News - 5d -
Pennsylvania teacher accused of calling Muslim student a 'terrorist' is put on leave
A Pennsylvania middle school teacher has been placed on administrative leave, accused of calling a Muslim seventh grader a “terrorist.”NBC News - Jan. 28 -
Carol Downer, Feminist Leader in Women’s Health, Dies at 91
She opened clinics, worked to educate women about their reproductive health, and promoted an abortion technique she felt was safe enough for laypeople.The New York Times - Jan. 27 -
Final Fantasy Creator Wants To Make Spiritual Successor To The Most Beloved Game In The Series
After the recent release of Fantasian: Neo Dimension on PC and consoles, Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi is currently working on another game as part of his farewell tour, one that he ...GameSpot - Jan. 27 -
Outgoing Muslim Council leader criticises lack of government contact
Zara Mohammed tells BBC the difficulties she faced as she ends her time as Muslim Council of Britain leader.BBC News - Jan. 27 -
Clinton Bailey, Who Documented a Vanishing Bedouin Culture, Dies at 88
Armed with a camera and tape recorder, he spent decades preserving the ancient traditions of nomadic Middle Eastern tribes.The New York Times - Jan. 24 -
Longdue announces crowdfunding for Disco Elysium spiritual successor
Longdue, the studio founded with contributors to Disco Elysium and other industry veterans, announced the crowdfunding pre-launch for its debut game, Hopetown. A limited number of registrations for ...VentureBeat - Jan. 23 -
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In Pakistan, Imran Khan’s Followers Are Counting on Trump to Free Him
A Trump ally has called on Pakistan to release the former prime minister from prison, inspiring fervent hope among his supporters.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
Lisa Ling explores psychedelic spirituality
In the latest installment of "The State of Spirituality," Lisa Ling meets a South Florida religious community embracing psychedelics to deepen their connection to God. The series highlights unique ...CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Pakistan’s Imran Khan is sentenced to 14 years in prison in corruption case
A Pakistani court sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 14 years in prison on Friday in a land corruption case, a setback to talks between his party and the government.NBC News - Jan. 17 -
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Saif Ali Khan, Famed Bollywood Actor, Is Stabbed at Home in Mumbai
The police said Mr. Khan was recovering in the hospital after an intruder attacked him. He sustained a major injury to his spinal cord, a doctor said.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan out of danger after being stabbed
Khan was stabbed by an intruder at his home in the Indian city of Mumbai early on Thursday.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
Marie Winn, Who Chronicled New York Wildlife---and the People Drawn to It---Dies at 88
Her most-famous subject: Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk who inspired protests after his nest was moved from a Fifth Avenue luxury apartment building.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 15 -
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Marie Winn, Who Wrote of a Famous Central Park Hawk, Dies at 88
She chronicled the melodrama of Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk who became an avian sensation as it took up residence atop a Manhattan apartment building.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Is ‘sleep divorce’ the key to marital bliss? | Coco Khan
Some swear that sleeping separately from their partner improves their relationship. Personally, I’m in ‘team same bed’. Forgive me, I know it’s judgmental, but when I first came across the ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Jean-Marie Le Pen, Rabble-Rousing Leader of French Far Right, Dies at 96
He ran unsuccessfully for the French presidency five times, riding waves of discontent and xenophobia as the leader of the National Front party.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Jean-Marie Le Pen, French far-right leader, dies at 96
Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of France’s far-right National Front who was known for fiery rhetoric against immigration and multiculturalism that earned him both staunch supporters and widespread ...ABC News - Jan. 7 -
Jean-Marie Le Pen, longtime leader of France's far-right, dies at 96
Jean-Marie Le Pen, the longtime figurehead of France's far-right political movement and father of its current leader, has reportedly died.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
French far-right leader Jean-Marie Le Pen dies at 96
Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of France’s far-right National Front who was known for fiery rhetoric against immigration and multiculturalism that earned him both staunch supporters and widespread ...NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Jean-Marie Le Pen, French far-right leader, dies aged 96
Former paratrooper led National Front party for decades and courted controversy, being repeatedly fined for contesting crimes against humanity. Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of France’s far-right ...The Guardian - Jan. 7
