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arab workers

Celebrating a Legacy of Community and Art

February 7, 2026

Ismael Ahmed, who spent 78 years shaping Detroit’s social scene, passed away on January 31. He co‑founded the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Service, turning it into a major support hub for residents across the metro area. Ahmed also helped create the Arab Workers Caucus with the UAW,

business

Middle East’s Trade Surge: A Fresh Look at Global Growth

February 7, 2026

The Middle East is experiencing a notable rise in trade, even as global markets face uncertainty. Gulf Cooperation Council countries, such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, have driven this increase. Between 2021 and 2024, the region’s trade grew by about 15% each year. This rat

health

Perks Aren’t Enough to Cut Workplace Stress

February 7, 2026

A new study shows that giving employees extra benefits does not lower their stress levels. The research looked at workers in 22 countries, from the Americas to Asia and Africa. It found that stress is higher than ever. The report says many companies add perks like gym memberships or free lunches. T

health

Balancing Faith and Medicine: How Muslim Doctors Handle End‑of‑Life Care in the UK

February 7, 2026

Muslim health workers in Britain face a unique set of ethical puzzles when caring for patients at the end of life. Their professional duties pull them toward NHS guidelines, while their personal faith urges them to follow Islamic teachings on death and dying. A recent study captured the voices of 76

opinion

Whizzer’s Fight: A Polio Survivor’s Legacy and the Power of Vaccines

February 7, 2026

A 16‑year‑old football star from Florida once faced a nightmare that would shape his life forever. In 1954, before the polio vaccine reached the streets, he contracted a disease that left him paralyzed and in constant pain. He endured countless hospital stays, dozens of surgeries, and a life with a

environment

Environmental Talks in Arkansas: What You Need to Know

February 6, 2026

The first big gathering for eco‑issues happens on Feb. 20 at Hendrix College, inside Worsham Hall. The yearly Environmental Policy Summit is now in its tenth year. A host of local groups, from the Arkansas Climate League to the Sierra Club, back this event. The program will run from 9 a. m. to 3 p.

politics

Tunnel Work Stopped While Funding Fight Heats Up

February 6, 2026

The new Hudson River tunnel plan, worth about $16 billion, will pause at 5 p. m. ET on Friday because federal money has stayed frozen for four months, the Gateway Development Commission said. The project aims to fix an old rail tunnel built in 1910 that was badly damaged by Hurricane Sandy, and t

politics

Immigration, Crime, and Policy Power in Trump’s Second Term

February 6, 2026

The second administration of Donald Trump has taken a different tack from the first. It sees immigration as a tool that can be tightened by tying policy changes to crime statistics. US Customs and Immigration Enforcement now patrol more heavily in Washington, Chicago, and Louisiana than it did u

weather

Southern States Brace for Another Cold Snap

January 29, 2026

The South is in a rush to fix things after a big winter storm. Mississippi sent 500 National Guard troops to clear roads blocked by fallen trees. Meanwhile, Tennessee has almost 1, 000 workers trying to get power back to thousands of homes in Nashville. The weather isn't helping. The National Weath

finance

Insuring the Future: Dubai Insurance Takes a Leap into Crypto

January 29, 2026

Dubai Insurance has made a bold move by introducing a crypto wallet for its customers. This wallet allows people to pay insurance premiums and receive claims using digital currencies like bitcoin. It's a big deal because Dubai Insurance is the first in the world to offer this service. The company w