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More than 30,000 Muslims from across the world meet in the UK to reject Isis and Islamic extremism

More than 30,000 Muslims from across the world meet in the UK to reject Isis and Islamic extremism

Thousands of Muslims from around the world converged on the UK for a convention where they rejected extremism and violence of terror groups such as Isis.     Thousands of Muslims from around the world converged on the UK for…
Western Arms Sales to Saudi Arabia under Threat amid Plans to Block US Deal

Western Arms Sales to Saudi Arabia under Threat amid Plans to Block US Deal

The UK is facing a legal challenge over its continued arms sales to Saudi Arabia, senators in the US have proposed blocking the latest sale of weapons to the Gulf kingdom, raising questions about the future of Western military support…
Boko Haram releases new video showing kidnapped Chibok schoolgirls

Boko Haram releases new video showing kidnapped Chibok schoolgirls

Boko Haram has released a video appearing to show the Chibok schoolgirls who were kidnapped by the Islamist group in April 2014. In it, the militant group claimed a number of the girls have been killed by Nigerian government air…
#IllWalkWithYou campaign kicks off on social media in support of US Muslims after fatal shooting

#IllWalkWithYou campaign kicks off on social media in support of US Muslims after fatal shooting

Social media users are offering to accompany Muslims who fear travelling alone to their mosque, after two men, including a Muslim imam, were fatally shot while walking home from afternoon prayers in New York City.   Social media users are…
Northern Europe Quran Contest Wraps Up

Northern Europe Quran Contest Wraps Up

The 4th Quran contest for Northern European countries came to a conclusion on Sunday night.     The 4th Quran contest for Northern European countries came to a conclusion on Sunday night. The members of the competition’s panel of judges…
Curfew extended in Buthidaung and Maungdaw

Curfew extended in Buthidaung and Maungdaw

The evening curfew in two northern Rakhine State townships was extended, according to local officials.     The evening curfew in two northern Rakhine State townships was extended, according to local officials. The late-night clampdown has been in place since…
Old English Church converts to Islamic Center

Old English Church converts to Islamic Center

Following the efforts and endeavors of the Shiite minority residing in Peterborough England, and with an attempt to provide a center for Muslim worshipers to perform their prayers as well as holding rituals, the city’s old church was bought and…
SRW: Nigerian Cleric’s Health Deteriorating

SRW: Nigerian Cleric’s Health Deteriorating

Senior Nigerian Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky’s health has been worsening, Shia Rights Watch (SRW) said.     Senior Nigerian Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky’s health has been worsening, Shia Rights Watch (SRW) said. The rights body, headquartered in the…
Travel Agency Offers Muslim-Friendly Tours in Osaka, Japan

Travel Agency Offers Muslim-Friendly Tours in Osaka, Japan

A travel agency based in Osaka city, Japan, is offering tours catering specifically to Muslim visitors, a growing segment of inbound travelers from abroad, featuring a visit to a mosque, halal food and an attendant who adheres to Islam.  …
Hijab-wearing Muslim women face discrimination in UK

Hijab-wearing Muslim women face discrimination in UK

British women wearing Hijab are facing work discrimination as employers prefer hiring non-veil-wearing employees, a new inquiry finds.     British women wearing Hijab are facing work discrimination as employers prefer hiring non-veil-wearing employees, a new inquiry finds. UK lawmakers…
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