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UK PM calls for reflection after death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday

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LONDON — British Prime Minister Andy Burnham called for reflection on Saturday following the sudden death of Jason Arday, a prominent Black academic who resigned from the University of Cambridge days earlier after facing intense scrutiny over plagiarism allegations and claims about his academic and personal achievements. Arday, 41, who became Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead at an address in south London on Friday. His death came days after he resigned as professor of sociology of education following weeks of media coverage over alleged plagiarism in his academic work and questions about claims concerning his athletic…

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Scenic Mountain Route Attracts Tourists to Jazan Highlands

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Al-Hayjah Road in Jazan Region stands out as a scenic tourist route connecting the governorates of Al-Ardah and Fayfa, offering travelers a smooth transition from rural foothills, farms, and villages to the lush Fayfa highlands.  About 20 kilometers long, the road runs through diverse terrain, including mountains, valleys, and agricultural terraces lined with dense vegetation, making the drive itself an integral part of the tourist experience.  By linking Al-Ardah’s rural valleys with Fayfa’s renowned terraced peaks, the route holds significant touristic and scenic value. During August, seasonal rains revitalize the landscape, turning slopes green and cloaking the peaks in clouds—attracting…

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Morocco foils mass migrant crossing attempt into Ceuta

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RABAT — Moroccan authorities said Saturday they foiled a mass attempt by irregular migrants to cross from the northern city of Fnideq into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, amid heightened security along the border. In a statement, the Fnideq governorate cited a security official as saying that an intensive and coordinated deployment of security forces around Ceuta and Melilla prevented mass crossing attempts, while conditions at the border crossings remained normal. Around 300 irregular migrants, mostly from sub-Saharan African countries, gathered Saturday morning in mountainous areas surrounding Ceuta, the official said. Security forces prevented them from approaching or entering the…

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