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Portugal’s Face Covering Ban Draws Criticism from Rights Groups ————————————————— Portugal’s approval of legislation banning face coverings in public spaces has sparked criticism from Amnesty International and civil liberties advocates, who warn that the law could negatively affect religious freedom…

Australian Muslim Groups Urge Greater Funding to Combat Islamophobia ———————————————– Muslim organizations in Australia have called on the federal government to provide stronger funding and broader action to address Islamophobia, saying the government’s response to a national review of anti-Muslim…

Trump Administration Considers $100,000 Financial Bond Requirement for Some Permanent Residency Applicants ——————————————————– The administration of US President Donald Trump is considering a proposal that would require some applicants for permanent residency in the United States to provide a financial…

UN Warns of Terrorist Groups Exploiting Online Games to Recruit Young People ———————————– The United Nations has warned that terrorist groups are increasingly using online games and digital platforms as tools to attract and recruit young people, highlighting the growing…

Uganda School Bus Crash Death Toll Rises to 24 ——————————— The death toll from a school bus crash in eastern Uganda has risen to 24, including 23 students and one adult, after three more children died from their injuries, police…

Armed Groups Ambush Malian Military Convoy in Gao Region ———————————- Mali’s military said it has launched a counteroperation after armed groups attacked a military convoy in the Gao region of northern Mali. The ambush was claimed by the al-Qaeda-linked group…

Swedish Fatwa Council Calls on Muslims to Participate in Upcoming Parliamentary Elections ———————————— The Swedish Fatwa Council has issued a statement urging Muslims in Sweden to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections, describing voting as both a religious and civic…

Australia Urged to Take Further Action Against Islamophobia Following Landmark Report ————————————————– A new report on Islamophobia in Australia has called for stronger and long-term measures to address discrimination against Muslim communities and tackle the causes of anti-Muslim prejudice. Australia’s…

New Book Explores Burial Traditions and Religious Diversity in Spain ——————————————— A newly published book examining funeral traditions and mourning practices in Spain explores how burial rituals reflect religious beliefs, cultural identity and social values within the country’s diverse communities.…

Four African cities among world’s least livable urban areas in 2026, new index says ———————————————– The 2026 Global Livability Index, published by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), placed four African cities among the ten least livable cities worldwide, reflecting ongoing…