Baha'i World News Service
The Bahá’í World News Service - BWNS - The official news source of the worldwide Bahá’í community, reports on major developments and endeavors of the global Bahá’í community.
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Bahai.org: International website sees major redesign on 25th year since launch
The updated Bahai.org includes visual enhancements, additional sections, and other features, paving the way for new articles and videos to be released throughout the year
Youth initiative in Cambodia reduces soil erosion during floods
The efforts of young adolescents to improve air quality and provide shelter from the heat had the added benefit of preventing a patch of road from eroding when floods hit
House of ‘Abbúd: Holy place restoration completed
Project restores faded parts of building and strengthens its seismic resistance, extending the conservation work carried out by Shoghi Effendi in the early 1950s.
Migration: Broadening the horizons in Slovakia
New conceptions of human nature are challenging common notions about migration and fostering greater participation of migrants in the life of society.
Pandemic reveals women’s role in leadership
At the 65th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, the BIC focuses on the need for models of leadership to be reevaluated.
ABC casts light on Bahá’í community-building efforts in Sydney neighborhood
Prayer, uplifting music, and service to community contribute to social transformation in Sydney neighborhood.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Completion of floor slab for main edifice marks major milestone
The concrete pour for the central plaza and floor of the main edifice this week signifies a new stage in the project, as two portal walls near completion.
Broadcast in Chile sparks dialogue on service and prayer
A program prepared by the Bahá’ís of Chile and broadcast on a national media network explores experiences in responding to the health crisis.
#ItsTheirLand: Unprecedented reaction makes voice of persecuted Bahá’ís in an Iranian village global
Campaign calling for the return of ancestral lands to Bahá’ís in Ivel generates unprecedented global outpouring of solidarity from officials and prominent figures.
Bahá’í Feast recognized as part of Singapore’s cultural heritage
The Nineteen Day Feast—regular gatherings dedicated to prayer, consultation, and fellowship—has been added to Singapore’s intangible cultural heritage list.
Foundation laid for House of Worship in DRC as Kenya temple nears completion
Completion of the floor slab marks a key milestone in the construction of the temple in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as exterior of Kenya temple nears completion.
Farmers, agricultural scientists, policy makers address Iran’s Chief Justice and Minister of Agriculture
Farmers as well as agricultural scientists and policy makers in several countries have joined the growing outcry at Iran’s seizure of lands belonging to Bahá’í farmers.
Ground broken for first local Bahá’í temple in India
Historic ceremony marks start of construction for the first local Bahá’í House of Worship in India.
“An extraordinary wave of support”: Calls in unison for Iran to end persecution of Bahá’ís
An extraordinary wave of support from Muslim leaders, government officials, and parliamentarians comes as persecution of Iran’s Bahá’í community intensifies.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá : First steps taken to raise walls of central plaza
Custom-made formwork that will be used to mold plaza walls has been assembled as berm walls rise and work on garden paths advances.
“We stand with the Bahá’ís of Iran”: Former Canadian Prime Minister and judges condemn persecution of Bahá’ís
Former PM, justice ministers, and Supreme Court judges are among high-ranking legal professionals condemning recent court ruling to confiscate Bahá’í properties.
New statement by BIC underscores moral dimensions of technology
A BIC statement to the 59th session of the UN Commission for Social Development was at the heart of discussions Wednesday on AI.
“Participation is the key”: Bahá’í Chair tackles food security
Researchers and practitioners gather to explore insights into the complex and multidimensional challenges related to the availability of and access to food.
“Glimpses into the Spirit of Gender Equality”: BIC releases new film
The film on equality between women and men premiered today and marks the 25th Anniversary of the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
Chiefs’ gathering in Chad opens new horizons
Prompted by a desire for social progress, traditional chiefs gather to discuss their shared responsibility for the well-being of their people.