Islamic scholar Tariq Ramadan, grandson of the founder of the Muslim Brotherhood, was convicted of rape and sexual coercion by a Geneva court. Despite his mild public persona, Ramadan has been accused of masking violence and radicalism. He gained prominence as a professor at Oxford University and has lectured across Europe and the Middle East, but now faces serious legal consequences for his actions.
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Egyptian farmers behind world’s perfumes face climate fight alone
Wael al-Sayed, an Egyptian jasmine picker, has seen his harvests decline due to rising temperatures and climate change, threatening the livelihood of thousands in the Nile Delta. As jasmine yields drop and costs increase, families face financial strain, with child labor on the rise while the global perfume industry grapples with the diminishing quality of jasmine oil. Want More Context? 🔎
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