Faharas is an independent global news platform committed to delivering accurate, fact-checked news summaries to audiences worldwide. Since our founding in 2019, our work has been recognized by international organizations and featured in global media campaigns.
International Recognition
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (2023)
In August 2023, the FAO officially documented Faharas as part of the global media coverage for World Food Safety Day 2023.
Our platform was recognized alongside major international outlets including BBC, Al Jazeera, and Euronews for promoting the campaign’s vital public health messages. The FAO article noted that World Food Safety Day messages reached people across at least 139 countries, with Faharas contributing to this global reach.
The FAO specifically cited: “Portugal’s TSF radio news and Qatar’s faharas.net… all promoted World Food Safety Day.”
Source: The media plays a vital role in World Food Safety Day 2023 successes – FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius, 9 August 2023
Academic Citations and Research Papers
The most significant academic citation was found in education research. In the American Journal of Educational Research (2023), a study by Abdullah M. Almanie on change management in Saudi universities included the reference:
Citation: Faharas. (2023). Unified National Platform. https://faharas.net/unified-national-platform/
This represents a formal academic citation of Faharas as a source for information about unified national platforms in the context of educational administration research. The paper examined change management approaches for academic leaders in Saudi universities.
Sources: Full Paper – Science and Education Publishing | Abstract – Science and Education Publishing
Migration Letters
Migration Letters, a peer-reviewed academic journal, cited faharas.net as a reference source in research on educational technology and digital services.
Faharas was referenced for information about the Madrasati platform and Saudi Arabia’s digital education initiatives, demonstrating the platform’s value as a source for academic research on education technology.
Source: Migration Letters Journal Article
Cited as Credible Source
Al Jadeed TV (Lebanon)
Al Jadeed TV, a major Lebanese television network, cited Faharas as a source for their entertainment news coverage.
Faharas was referenced for reporting on Jordanian royal family news, specifically providing information about Princess Salma’s absence from Princess Iman’s henna ceremony due to university examinations.
The citation demonstrates Faharas’s credibility as a news source for regional news coverage in the Middle East.
Source: Al Jadeed TV – Entertainment News – Al Jadeed TV
Tagepedia
Tagepedia, an Arabic-language encyclopedia and reference platform, cited faharas.net as a reference source for their entry on the American University of Beirut.
Faharas was referenced for providing educational and historical information about one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the Arab world.
The citation demonstrates Faharas’s credibility as a reference source for educational content and institutional information.
Source: الجامعة الأميركية في بيروت – Tagepedia
Israel Hayom (2024)
In August 2024, Israel Hayom cited Faharas as a source for their coverage of a major incident at a German music festival.
Faharas was listed alongside major international outlets including The Guardian, BBC, Sky News, CNN, and ABC News as sources for reporting on a Ferris wheel fire that injured over 20 people at the Highfield music festival near Leipzig.
The citation demonstrates Faharas’s credibility for breaking news coverage and its recognition among major international media organizations.
Source: Over 20 injured in music festival Ferris wheel fire in Germany - Israel Hayom, 19 August 2024 https://www.israelhayom.com/2024/08/19/over-20-injured-in-music-festival-ferris-wheel-fire-in-germany/
The Enterprise World (2024)
The Enterprise World cited news.faharas.net as a source for their coverage of major automotive industry developments.
Faharas was referenced for reporting on Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares’ planned retirement and the company’s management restructuring amid North American market challenges.
The citation demonstrates Faharas’s credibility as a news source for international business and automotive industry reporting.
Source: Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares to Retire in 2026 Amid North American Struggles – The Enterprise World, 2024
iHeritage Project (European Union)
The iHeritage Project, a European Union cultural heritage initiative, cited faharas.net as a reference source for their documentation of the Grape Molasses Festival in Rachaya, Lebanon.
Faharas was referenced for culinary information about traditional Middle Eastern food preparation and cultural practices, demonstrating recognition by international cultural preservation organizations.
Source: Festival of Dibs al-anab or Grape Molasse in Rachaya – iHeritage Project
The Jerusalem Post (2024)
In December 2024, The Jerusalem Post cited news.faharas.net as a source for their article on underwater archaeology in Portuguese waters.
Faharas was referenced for reporting on archaeologist Alexandre Monteiro’s discovery of 250 treasure-laden shipwrecks along the Portuguese coast.
The citation demonstrates Faharas’s credibility as a news source for international media coverage of archaeological and historical discoveries.
Source: Underwater archaeologist identifies 250 treasure-laden shipwrecks along Portuguese coast – The Jerusalem Post, 24 December 2024
Voice of the Martyrs Canada (2024)
In December 2024, Voice of the Martyrs Canada cited Faharas News as a primary source for their reporting on religious persecution in Indonesia.
Faharas was listed alongside Morning Star News, The Christian Post, and ECSPE as credible sources for a report titled “Community Clashes Halt Christmas Activities.”
The citation demonstrates Faharas’s recognition as a reliable news source by international human rights and religious freedom organizations.
Source: Voice of the Martyrs Canada – Indonesia Report – 19 December 2024
Wikipedia (2025)
In February 2025, Faharas News was cited as a reference source in the Wikipedia article about Brian Yuliarto, Indonesia’s Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology.
Faharas was referenced for breaking news coverage of the ministerial cabinet reshuffle, demonstrating the platform’s reliability for documenting significant political developments in Indonesia.
Reference: Rahmawati, Siti (19 February 2025). “Major Cabinet Reshuffle Tonight: Brian Yuliarto Takes Over as Education Minister!” – Faharas News
Source: Brian Yuliarto – Wikipedia
Gaza Now (2023)
Faharas TV was cited as a reference source in the Wikipedia article about Gaza Now News Network.
Faharas was referenced for providing information about the Gaza Now television channel’s satellite broadcast frequency and technical details.
Source: Gaza Now – Wikipedia
Our Mission
Faharas was founded on 14 September 2019 as an independent global news platform.
We publish original news summaries written by trained human editors, with every story reviewed through a transparent fact-checking process and linked back to its original source.
Our commitment to accuracy and transparency ensures that our readers receive reliable information they can trust.
This page documents verified recognitions and media mentions of Faharas. All claims are supported by publicly accessible sources.