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The report card assigns <\/span>Canadian kids an F for sedentary behavior, a D- in overall physical activity, and a D+ for active play<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIn contrast, research published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health ranks <\/span>37 other countries<\/b> using the same criteria, highlighting that <\/span>Canadians could learn<\/b> from countries such as <\/span>Zimbabwe, Slovenia, and New Zealand<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAn <\/span>October 17, 2025<\/b>, report from <\/span>Statistics Canada<\/b> indicates that <\/span>one in three Canadian adolescents<\/b> aged <\/span>12 to 17<\/b> is classified as either <\/span>overweight or obese<\/b>. The causes of obesity are numerous and complex, but physical activity and sedentary behaviors are key factors.<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhat is particularly <\/span>concerning for parents<\/b> is that <\/span>low activity levels during adolescence are likely to persist <\/b>in adulthood<\/b>, leading to <\/span>further weight challenges later in life<\/b>. The report also found that this troubling situation is worsening over time.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAccording to Statistics Canada, <\/span>only 21%<\/b> of youth aged 12 to 17 met the recommended <\/span>60 minutes of physical activity per day<\/b> between <\/span>2022 and 2024<\/b>. This figure is <\/span>significantly lower than the 36%<\/b> reported in <\/span>2018-2019<\/b>. Within this age group, <\/span>females were less physically active <\/b>than their male peers (<\/span>8% vs. 33%<\/b>).<\/span>\r\n\r\nTravis Saunders<\/b>, a professor at the University of Prince Edward Island who studies the health impacts of sedentary behavior, emphasizes that \"children and youth who get <\/span>more physical activity<\/b> early in life <\/span>perform better<\/b> in almost all outcomes you can think of: in their <\/span>physical health<\/b>, <\/span>mental health<\/b>, <\/span>bone health<\/b>, and <\/span>academic achievements<\/b>.\"<\/span>\r\n\r\nReasons for Inactivity<\/b>:<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhile several factors contribute to this trend, the prevalence and <\/span>easy access to the internet<\/b> are significant reasons why children are increasingly opting for <\/span>video games, smartphones, and computers over physical activity<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIn <\/span>Ontario<\/b>, <\/span>51.5%<\/b> of youth aged 12-17 are reported to spend a median of <\/span>6 to 7 hours each day on screens<\/b>. Medical experts link this physical inactivity to <\/span>poorer body composition<\/b>, <\/span>increased cardiometabolic risks<\/b>, <\/span>lower fitness levels<\/b>, and negative impacts on <\/span>mental health<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nEvidence supporting these concerns continues to mount.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOn <\/span>March 26, 2026 <\/b>(today), a US jury found that <\/span>Meta<\/b> and <\/span>YouTube<\/b> developed <\/span>addictive products<\/b> that <\/span>harmed young people<\/b>. The jury ordered the companies to pay <\/span>$6 million<\/b> (approximately \u20ac5.1 million) to a <\/span>20-year-old woman<\/b> after concluding that these platforms were designed to captivate young users. The plaintiff, identified only by her initials KGM, testified that her <\/span>extensive internet and social media use<\/b>, particularly on Meta and YouTube, <\/span>amplified her mental health struggles<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nFinal Word<\/b>:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"We all have a role to play in addressing physical inactivity among our children and youth. To make being active a way of life for every kid in Canada, we need collaborative solutions that involve parents, educators, communities, and all levels of government. Together, we must invest in long-term, sustainable strategies with a clear vision for the future,<\/span><\/i>\" said <\/span>Elio Antunes, President & CEO of ParticipACTION<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\n*****\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"Is Our Modern Lifestyle Making Our Kids Lazy and Lethargic?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"is-our-modern-lifestyle-making-our-kids-lazy-and-lethargic","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-27 00:42:24","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-27 00:42:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63070","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63069,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2026-03-27 00:39:47","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-27 00:39:47","post_content":"In a Nutshell<\/b>:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n
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The overarching theme of the <\/span>2026 Ontario Budget<\/b> is to \"<\/span>protect<\/b>\" the province's economy by <\/span>creating jobs<\/b>, attracting investment, and <\/span>making targeted investments in key public services<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
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An equally important objective is to <\/span>shield Ontario<\/b> from the impact of Trump's tariffs on the provincial economy, particularly in vital sectors such as <\/span>automotive, steel, and forestry<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
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Support small businesses and individual Ontarians: The budget includes an income-tax cut for small businesses, reducing the amount to <\/span>2.2% from the earlier 3.2%<\/b>, effective <\/span>July 1, 2026<\/b>. Additionally, it <\/span>provides a full HST<\/b> (13%) <\/span>reprieve<\/b> on <\/span>newly built homes<\/b> for Ontarians who had nearly lost hope of homeownership.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
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The budget <\/span>prioritizes strategic areas<\/b> such as energy, critical minerals, key infrastructure, and critical technologies to strengthen the economy while reducing red tape and fostering conditions for business growth.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nOn the downside, the budget again delays achieving a balanced budget, resulting in a higher-than-expected deficit.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTop 15 Features:<\/b>\r\n
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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span>Establish the <\/span>Protect Ontario Account Investment Fund<\/b> to advance the province's long-term economic and strategic priorities by <\/span>investing<\/b> up to <\/span>$4 billion<\/b> in the fund.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Lower the cost<\/b> of capital investments<\/b> by enabling businesses to accelerate the income tax deduction for depreciable assets.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Starting in 2026\u201327, <\/span>invest an additional $107 million<\/b> over three years in the <\/span>Critical Technologies Initiatives<\/b> program.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Starting in 2026\u201327, invest <\/span>$9.4 million<\/b> over three years in the <\/span>Summer Company and Starter Company Plus programs<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Invest over <\/span>$210 billion<\/b> over 10 years in the provincial capital plan to <\/span>build highways, hospitals, transit, and community infrastructure<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Allocate an additional <\/span>$300 million<\/b> over six years to<\/span> repair, upgrade, and\/or construct new sports and recreation facilities<\/b> across the province, bringing the total investment in this initiative to $500 million.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Collaborate with the federal government to p<\/span>rovide funding to eligible municipalities that agree to reduce development charges<\/b> to make housing more affordable.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Support the <\/span>modernization<\/b> and expansion of <\/span>Billy Bishop Airport<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
\u00a0 <\/span> Extend the \"<\/span>One Fare Program<\/b>\" by two years; this program has saved individual commuters up to <\/span>$1,600 each year <\/b>since its launch in 2024.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
Introduce the <\/span>$750 Classroom Supplies Card<\/b>: Ontario will invest <\/span>$66 million annually<\/b> to create the <\/span>Classroom Supplies Fund <\/b>for elementary school homeroom teachers.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
Make it <\/span>illegal to resell event tickets<\/b> for more than their face value.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
Increase <\/span>funding for the Ontario Autism Program<\/b> to nearly $1 billion annually.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
Expand the four-year investment in the <\/span>Primary Care Action Plan<\/b> to <\/span>$3.4 billion<\/b> from 2025 to 2029.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
Invest approximately <\/span>$64 billion in health infrastructure<\/b> over the next decade.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
Provide an additional<\/span> $139.4 million in annual funding<\/b> to support high-quality, resident-centered, and sustainable <\/span>long-term care<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
*****<\/span><\/p>","post_title":"Ontario's 2026 Budget \u2013 A Plan to \"Protect the Province.\"","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"ontarios-2026-budget-a-plan-to-protect-the-province","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-27 00:39:47","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-27 00:39:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63069","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63066,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 22:11:50","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 22:11:50","post_content":"NEW YORK (MNTV) \u2014 The United States and Israel have voted against a United Nations resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the \u201cgravest\u201d crime against humanity, drawing criticism over their continued resistance to historical accountability and reparations.\r\n\r\nThe resolution, introduced by Ghana on behalf of African nations, was adopted with overwhelming support, receiving 123 votes in favor. However, Washington and Tel Aviv joined Argentina in opposing the measure, while several Western allies \u2014 including the United Kingdom, European Union states and Japan \u2014 abstained.\r\n\r\nThe resolution formally characterizes the enslavement and trafficking of Africans over centuries as the most severe crime against humanity and calls for reparations as a necessary step toward addressing historical injustices. It also underscores the enduring economic and structural inequalities rooted in colonial exploitation.\r\n\r\nDespite acknowledging the moral wrongdoing of slavery, U.S. officials rejected the legal basis for reparations. Washington argued that such historical practices were not illegal under international law at the time, a position widely criticized by human rights advocates as a selective interpretation designed to avoid responsibility.\r\n\r\nAnalysts say the vote reflects a broader pattern in U.S. policy \u2014 resisting accountability for historical injustices while simultaneously maintaining global systems of economic dominance. Critics often point to modern financial structures, debt regimes and labor exploitation as extensions of historical systems of control, disproportionately affecting countries in the Global South.\r\n\r\nIsrael\u2019s opposition has also drawn scrutiny, particularly in light of its continued expansion of settlements in the occupied West Bank and policies widely condemned as violations of international law. Observers argue that rejecting recognition of historical crimes while engaging in ongoing territorial and demographic control highlights a brutal synchrony in its position on human rights.\r\n\r\nThe transatlantic slave trade forcibly displaced more than 12 million Africans over four centuries, with millions dying during transport or under brutal conditions upon arrival. Experts say its legacy continues to shape global inequality, particularly across Africa and the African diaspora.\r\n\r\nGhana\u2019s foreign minister described the resolution as a historic step, emphasizing that it represents a collective acknowledgment of truth and a move toward justice. However, the opposition and abstentions by major Western powers underscore deep divisions over how far the international community is willing to go in addressing the consequences of slavery.\r\n\r\nThe vote comes amid growing global calls for reparative justice and renewed scrutiny of colonial-era exploitation, with many arguing that meaningful accountability remains elusive as powerful nations continue to resist structural change.","post_title":"US, Israel oppose UN resolution against slavery crimes","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"us-israel-oppose-un-resolution-against-slavery-crimes","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 22:11:50","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 22:11:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63066","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63064,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 21:46:51","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:46:51","post_content":"NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) \u2014 India\u2019s meat exports have surged over the past five years even as Muslim traders and transporters have faced violence, harassment, and restrictions linked to cow protection campaigns promoted by Hindu extremist groups aligned with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.<\/span>\r\n\r\nGovernment data presented in parliament shows India\u2019s meat exports rising from $3.22 billion to $4.16 billion over five years, highlighting a stark contrast between domestic hostility toward meat trade and growing international demand for Indian meat products.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe figures were disclosed in response to a parliamentary question raised by Communist Party of India (Marxist) lawmaker John Brittas, with junior commerce minister Jitin Prasada confirming that India\u2019s meat exports have steadily increased in both value and volume.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAccording to government data, exports stood at 1.098 million metric tons valued at $3.22 billion in 2020-21, rising to 1.19 million metric tons worth $3.38 billion in 2021-22. Exports remained largely stable in 2022-23 at 1.191 million metric tons, though the value dipped slightly to $3.27 billion.<\/span>\r\n\r\nA sharp rise followed in 2023-24, when exports climbed to 1.313 million metric tons valued at $3.83 billion, marking the highest export volume during the period. In 2024-25, export earnings reached a record $4.16 billion, although quantities declined slightly to 1.274 million metric tons.<\/span>\r\n\r\nGovernment officials said the growth was driven primarily by buffalo meat exports, which accounted for 97% to 98% of India\u2019s total meat export earnings during the five-year period. India officially bans exports of cow meat but permits buffalo meat exports, which form the backbone of the country\u2019s meat export industry.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe rising exports come amid years of violence and intimidation targeting Muslim and Dalit meat traders, cattle transporters and slaughterhouse workers across several Indian states.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHuman rights groups and media reports have documented multiple incidents in which individuals \u2014 often Muslims \u2014 were attacked, beaten or killed by self-styled cow protection groups over allegations of transporting or consuming beef. In several cases, meat shops have also been forcibly shut ahead of Hindu religious festivals.<\/span>\r\n\r\nState authorities in some regions have also imposed temporary bans on meat sales during religious observances, while local groups aligned with Hindu nationalist organizations have issued warnings to shut down meat businesses near temples or during festivals.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAnalysts say this reflects a contradiction between political messaging around cow protection and the country\u2019s export-driven meat industry, which continues to expand to meet global demand.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIndia is among the world\u2019s largest exporters of buffalo meat, with major markets including Southeast Asia, the Middle East and parts of Africa, making meat exports an important source of foreign exchange earnings.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe continued growth in exports despite domestic tensions highlights how economic priorities and political narratives around meat consumption are unfolding differently within India and abroad.<\/span>","post_title":"India meat exports surge despite anti-meat violence at home","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"india-meat-exports-surge-despite-anti-meat-violence-at-home","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 21:46:51","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:46:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63064","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63063,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 21:45:20","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:45:20","post_content":"NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) \u2014 India\u2019s national human rights watchdog has ordered an inquiry into allegations that police publicly beat and paraded suspects in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir, describing the incidents as a serious violation of human rights.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe National Human Rights Commission of India said it had taken cognizance of two incidents in Jammu last year in which suspects were allegedly assaulted, humiliated and displayed in public by police personnel.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAccording to the commission, three men accused in a shooting case were beaten by police in public view in June last year in the Gangyal area. In a separate incident days later, another suspect accused of robbery was reportedly assaulted, partially stripped and paraded on a police vehicle in the Bakshi Nagar area.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe commission said the allegations, supported by a complaint filed by a group of lawyers, constituted \u201cserious violations\u201d of the suspects\u2019 human rights. It directed the senior police official in Jammu to conduct an inquiry and submit a report within two weeks.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe complaint, filed by Jammu-based lawyer Nikhil Padha and supported by other legal professionals, alleged that police actions amounted to public humiliation and punishment before trial. Videos circulating on social media reportedly showed suspects being handcuffed, beaten and marched through streets while surrounded by police personnel.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIn one of the incidents, the complaint alleged that a suspect was dragged from a police vehicle and forced onto the bonnet, while officers struck and pushed him in public view. A public address system reportedly announced the suspect as a \u201cprofessional thief\u201d as he was paraded through the streets.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe complaint further alleged that the suspect was forced to wear a garland of shoes \u2014 a form of public humiliation \u2014 while bystanders watched and recorded the incident.<\/span>\r\n\r\nPolice officials had defended their actions in one of the incidents, saying the suspects attempted to disrupt an investigation and intimidate officers, prompting the use of force to maintain order.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHowever, rights advocates argue that public punishment and humiliation undermine due process and erode rule of law. The complaint warned that such actions risk normalizing vigilante-style policing and creating dangerous precedents.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe incidents also drew comparisons to earlier controversial security actions in Kashmir that sparked debate over excessive force and accountability.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe rights commission\u2019s intervention now places pressure on authorities to investigate the conduct of police personnel and determine whether disciplinary or legal action is warranted.<\/span>","post_title":"India rights body orders probe into police public beatings in Jammu","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"india-rights-body-orders-probe-into-police-public-beatings-in-jammu","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 21:45:20","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:45:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63063","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63062,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 21:44:10","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:44:10","post_content":"OTTAWA, Canada (MNTV) \u2014 A leading human rights organization has urged Canada to exert pressure on China to secure the release of a Canadian Uyghur activist detained for two decades, as concerns grow over Beijing\u2019s treatment of Uyghurs and Ottawa\u2019s responsibility to protect citizens abroad.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights on Thursday marked 20 years since Huseyin Celil, a Canadian citizen and Uyghur advocate, was detained and later transferred to Chinese authorities after being arrested in Uzbekistan in March 2006.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAccording to the Canada-based rights organization, Celil was visiting family in Uzbekistan when he was detained and subsequently handed over to China, where he was later convicted on what advocates describe as politically motivated terrorism charges following a trial widely criticized by Canadian officials.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe organization said China has refused to recognize Celil\u2019s Canadian citizenship and has denied him consular access for two decades. His family in East Turkistan has reportedly not heard from him since 2014, while his relatives in Canada have not been allowed to communicate with him since his arrest.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe case has become a long-running diplomatic issue between Ottawa and Beijing, raising broader questions about Canada\u2019s ability to protect citizens detained abroad, particularly in politically sensitive cases involving China.<\/span>\r\n\r\nRights advocates say Celil, originally from East Turkistan, was known for peaceful advocacy focused on religious, cultural, and linguistic rights of Uyghurs. His continued detention, they argue, represents a serious violation of international human rights standards.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe center also linked the case to broader concerns over China\u2019s policies in East Turkistan, where rights groups and Western governments have documented mass detention, surveillance, and restrictions targeting Uyghur Muslims. The organization cited findings from its 2022 report, which concluded that abuses against Uyghurs could constitute violations of the 1948 Genocide Convention.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe appeal comes as Canada explores efforts to stabilize diplomatic and trade relations with China, with the organization urging Canadian leaders to use any renewed engagement to push for Celil\u2019s release.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAdvocates argue that the case reflects broader challenges faced by governments seeking to secure the release of citizens detained abroad, particularly when geopolitical tensions and economic interests complicate diplomatic efforts.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAfter two decades, rights groups say the continued detention of Celil remains both a personal tragedy for his family and a test of Canada\u2019s willingness to defend citizens and address alleged human rights abuses.<\/span>","post_title":"Rights group marks 20 years of detained Canadian Uyghur","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"rights-group-marks-20-years-of-detained-canadian-uyghur","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 21:44:10","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:44:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63062","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63060,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 21:42:45","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:42:45","post_content":"COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (MNTV) \u2014 Sri Lanka has ordered nationwide energy-saving measures, including switching off street lights and limiting air conditioning, as rising global fuel prices linked to U.S.-Israel war on Iran threatens power supply stability.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAuthorities instructed state institutions and businesses to reduce electricity consumption by 25%, with street lighting, neon signs, and billboard illumination restricted starting earlier this week. The measures come as Sri Lanka faces growing pressure on energy supplies following sharp increases in global oil and gas prices.<\/span>\r\n\r\nGovernment spokesperson Nalinda Jayatissa said the steps were necessary as the Middle East conflict entered its fourth week, disrupting global energy markets and pushing up fuel costs for import-dependent countries like Sri Lanka.<\/span>\r\n\r\nFuel prices in Sri Lanka have already risen by roughly one-third since United States and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory attacks that disrupted regional energy flows, increasing concerns over supply shortages and electricity stability.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAuthorities have also introduced a four-day workweek for public institutions and revived work-from-home arrangements since last week to reduce transportation fuel demand and ease pressure on the national grid.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOfficials said advertising lights must be switched off after 9:00 pm, while street lighting will remain operational only in high-security areas. The measures are designed to reduce peak electricity demand and avoid nationwide power cuts.<\/span>\r\n\r\nEnergy ministry officials warned that the country is currently meeting peak electricity demand using coal and diesel, raising costs and increasing vulnerability to supply disruptions. Without reduced consumption, authorities warned, Sri Lanka could face widespread power outages.<\/span>\r\n\r\nEarlier, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake also urged electric vehicle owners to avoid overnight charging, saying nighttime charging demand had increased electricity load by around 300 megawatts, forcing additional use of fossil fuels.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSri Lanka generates about half of its electricity from coal and diesel, leaving the country exposed to global fuel price shocks. Although renewable energy production often creates surplus electricity during daytime hours, the country lacks battery storage capacity to store excess power for nighttime use.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe latest measures highlight Sri Lanka\u2019s continued vulnerability to global energy disruptions as the island nation seeks to stabilize its power supply and avoid a repeat of past energy shortages.<\/span>","post_title":"Sri Lanka cuts power use as US-Israel war on Iran hits energy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sri-lanka-cuts-power-use-as-us-israel-war-on-iran-hits-energy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 21:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63060","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63059,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 21:41:23","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:41:23","post_content":"NAYPYIDAW, Myanmar (MNTV) \u2014 Two Rohingya men remain missing and another has been detained after fighters from the Arakan Army opened fire on three civilians who had just been returned from Bangladesh, according to local residents in western Myanmar.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe three men, all from Tharaik Oak village in Maungdaw Township, had traveled to Bangladesh for medical treatment using permission letters issued by the Arakan Army, which controls large parts of Rakhine State.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nLocal sources said the men were detained by Bangladesh\u2019s Border Guard while crossing the Naf River on March 22 and later sent back to Burma near an Arakan Army camp.<\/span>\r\n\r\nResidents reported that shortly after their return, gunfire erupted near the Chaungwa camp as the men were heading back to their village. The shooting lasted around 10 minutes, according to witnesses.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDuring the incident, one of the men \u2014 identified as 26-year-old Halaya \u2014 was detained by Arakan Army members. The other two men fled during the gunfire and remain missing. No bodies have been recovered, and their fate remains unknown, raising fears within the Rohingya community.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe incident underscores growing insecurity in northern Rakhine State, where Rohingya civilians remain caught between armed groups, military activity, and strict movement restrictions. Many Rohingya residents must travel outside their villages for medical care due to limited healthcare infrastructure in the region.<\/span>\r\n\r\nCross-border travel to Bangladesh has become increasingly common among Rohingya communities seeking treatment, food, or family contact, despite security risks and tight controls along the border.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHuman rights organizations have repeatedly warned that Rohingya civilians in Rakhine State face severe movement restrictions, limited access to healthcare, and heightened vulnerability amid ongoing conflict between the Arakan Army and Myanmar\u2019s military.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe latest incident has triggered concern among local residents, particularly those who rely on cross-border travel for urgent medical needs, as fears grow that similar incidents could further restrict already limited mobility for Rohingya civilians in the area.<\/span>","post_title":"Rohingya men shot after return from Bangladesh, two missing","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"rohingya-men-shot-after-return-from-bangladesh-two-missing","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 21:41:23","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:41:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63059","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63057,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 21:40:14","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:40:14","post_content":"DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) \u2014 Bangladesh is seeking to expand agricultural exports and modernize its farming sector through deeper cooperation with Russia, as the country looks to strengthen food security, boost rural incomes, and diversify trade partners.<\/span>\r\n\r\nBangladesh\u2019s agriculture minister called on Russia to increase imports of Bangladeshi potatoes, mangoes, cucumbers, and processed food products, while Moscow expressed interest in supporting agricultural mechanization and supplying fertilizers and seeds, according to discussions held Wednesday.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe talks reflect Bangladesh\u2019s broader push to expand export markets beyond traditional destinations and improve agricultural productivity in a sector that employs nearly 40% of the country\u2019s workforce and remains central to rural economic stability.<\/span>\r\n\r\nBangladesh relies heavily on imported fertilizers to sustain its agricultural output, with Russia already serving as a major supplier of non-urea fertilizers, particularly muriate of potash \u2014 a key nutrient used to improve crop yields.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nEnsuring stable fertilizer supply has become increasingly important as global food markets face volatility driven by geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nBangladesh has also been attempting to expand agricultural exports, particularly fresh produce and processed food, as part of efforts to diversify export earnings beyond the country\u2019s dominant garment industry. Agricultural exports remain relatively small compared with Bangladesh\u2019s total exports, but officials increasingly view the sector as a potential growth area.<\/span>\r\n\r\nRussia\u2019s interest in agricultural mechanization could also support Bangladesh\u2019s efforts to modernize farming practices. Mechanization \u2014 including tractors, harvesting equipment, and irrigation technologies \u2014 is seen as essential to improving productivity, reducing labor shortages, and adapting to climate-related challenges such as floods and irregular rainfall.<\/span>\r\n\r\nBangladesh has been gradually expanding partnerships with multiple countries to modernize agriculture, improve food security, and strengthen resilience against climate change. The country remains highly vulnerable to extreme weather events, which frequently affect crop production and rural livelihoods.<\/span>\r\n\r\nCooperation with Russia in fertilizers, seeds, and mechanization could help Bangladesh stabilize agricultural output while opening new export opportunities, as Dhaka seeks to strengthen its food systems and reduce reliance on limited export sectors.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe discussions also highlight Bangladesh\u2019s broader strategy of deepening economic engagement with diverse global partners while strengthening domestic food production and rural economic development.<\/span>","post_title":"Bangladesh seeks to expand agri-exports with Russian help","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bangladesh-seeks-to-expand-agri-exports-with-russian-help","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 21:40:14","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:40:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":63055,"post_author":"21","post_date":"2026-03-26 21:38:27","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:38:27","post_content":"ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) \u2014 Kazakhstan is considering launching air taxi services using electric aircraft, a move officials say could significantly cut travel times between Almaty and surrounding areas.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDeputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev said during a parliamentary session that initial test flights could begin as early as 2026, with broader deployment possible within two to three years if trials prove successful.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe proposed routes would connect Almaty with Alatau and nearby settlements, using electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft \u2014 a technology being tested globally as an alternative to ground transport for short and medium distances.<\/span>\r\n\r\nKazakhstan is in talks with international developers, including Joby Aviation and Autoflight, to support the project.<\/span>\r\n\r\nA key component of the system will be dedicated landing hubs, or vertiports, designed to facilitate regular aerial routes between urban centers, suburbs and tourist destinations.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOfficials estimate the aircraft could reach speeds of 300 to 350 kilometers per hour, reducing travel time between Almaty and Alatau to around 10 to 15 minutes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nExperts caution, however, that such systems are typically introduced gradually, with limited routes and strict safety standards in the early stages before wider adoption.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAuthorities say the initiative is not intended to replace traditional transport but to complement it, offering a new model for regional mobility as infrastructure and technology evolve.<\/span>","post_title":"Kazakhstan to roll out air taxi in Almaty soon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"kazakhstan-to-roll-out-air-taxi-in-almaty-soon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-03-26 21:38:27","post_modified_gmt":"2026-03-26 21:38:27","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.muslimnetwork.tv\/?p=63055","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"post_count":10,"current_post":-1,"before_loop":true,"in_the_loop":false,"post":{"ID":63070,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2026-03-27 00:42:24","post_date_gmt":"2026-03-27 00:42:24","post_content":"A recent global comparison of <\/span>38 countries<\/b> reveals that <\/span>Canada has much to learn <\/b>from other nations regarding fostering <\/span>active lifestyles in children<\/b>. The report card assigns <\/span>Canadian kids an F for sedentary behavior, a D- in overall physical activity, and a D+ for active play<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIn contrast, research published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health ranks <\/span>37 other countries<\/b> using the same criteria, highlighting that <\/span>Canadians could learn<\/b> from countries such as <\/span>Zimbabwe, Slovenia, and New Zealand<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAn <\/span>October 17, 2025<\/b>, report from <\/span>Statistics Canada<\/b> indicates that <\/span>one in three Canadian adolescents<\/b> aged <\/span>12 to 17<\/b> is classified as either <\/span>overweight or obese<\/b>. The causes of obesity are numerous and complex, but physical activity and sedentary behaviors are key factors.<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhat is particularly <\/span>concerning for parents<\/b> is that <\/span>low activity levels during adolescence are likely to persist <\/b>in adulthood<\/b>, leading to <\/span>further weight challenges later in life<\/b>. The report also found that this troubling situation is worsening over time.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAccording to Statistics Canada, <\/span>only 21%<\/b> of youth aged 12 to 17 met the recommended <\/span>60 minutes of physical activity per day<\/b> between <\/span>2022 and 2024<\/b>. This figure is <\/span>significantly lower than the 36%<\/b> reported in <\/span>2018-2019<\/b>. Within this age group, <\/span>females were less physically active <\/b>than their male peers (<\/span>8% vs. 33%<\/b>).<\/span>\r\n\r\nTravis Saunders<\/b>, a professor at the University of Prince Edward Island who studies the health impacts of sedentary behavior, emphasizes that \"children and youth who get <\/span>more physical activity<\/b> early in life <\/span>perform better<\/b> in almost all outcomes you can think of: in their <\/span>physical health<\/b>, <\/span>mental health<\/b>, <\/span>bone health<\/b>, and <\/span>academic achievements<\/b>.\"<\/span>\r\n\r\nReasons for Inactivity<\/b>:<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhile several factors contribute to this trend, the prevalence and <\/span>easy access to the internet<\/b> are significant reasons why children are increasingly opting for <\/span>video games, smartphones, and computers over physical activity<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIn <\/span>Ontario<\/b>, <\/span>51.5%<\/b> of youth aged 12-17 are reported to spend a median of <\/span>6 to 7 hours each day on screens<\/b>. Medical experts link this physical inactivity to <\/span>poorer body composition<\/b>, <\/span>increased cardiometabolic risks<\/b>, <\/span>lower fitness levels<\/b>, and negative impacts on <\/span>mental health<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nEvidence supporting these concerns continues to mount.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOn <\/span>March 26, 2026 <\/b>(today), a US jury found that <\/span>Meta<\/b> and <\/span>YouTube<\/b> developed <\/span>addictive products<\/b> that <\/span>harmed young people<\/b>. The jury ordered the companies to pay <\/span>$6 million<\/b> (approximately \u20ac5.1 million) to a <\/span>20-year-old woman<\/b> after concluding that these platforms were designed to captivate young users. The plaintiff, identified only by her initials KGM, testified that her <\/span>extensive internet and social media use<\/b>, particularly on Meta and YouTube, <\/span>amplified her mental health struggles<\/b>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nFinal Word<\/b>:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"We all have a role to play in addressing physical inactivity among our children and youth. To make being active a way of life for every kid in Canada, we need collaborative solutions that involve parents, educators, communities, and all levels of government. 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