Hasan Zaheda and his family, refugees from Syria, are rebuilding their lives in Rome after being brought to Italy by Pope Francis almost a decade ago. As they observe Ramadan, they pray for the health of the pontiff, who is battling pneumonia. The Zahedas face challenges in integrating into Italian society, including reenrolling in university, but remain hopeful for their son Riad’s future.
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Rhode Island lawmakers pass bill to ban sales of assault weapons
Rhode Island's Democratic-controlled state House has passed legislation to ban the sale and manufacturing of many semiautomatic rifles, pending approval from Governor Dan McKee, who supports the ban. While gun control advocates argue this is a necessary step, critics claim it burdens law-abiding citizens and may face constitutional challenges in the Supreme Court. Need More Context? 🔎
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