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Muslims in Spain’s Catalonia play key role in economic and cultural prosperity
February 18, 2025
Muslims in Spain’s Catalonia play key role in economic and cultural prosperity
Muslims now make up over 8% of Catalonia’s population, playing a key role in the region’s economic and cultural landscape. According to the Islamic Commission of Spain, Catalonia is home to 617,000 Muslims, the highest concentration in Spain, surpassing even…
Bill ensuring Muslim burial rights in the Philippines awaits presidential approval
February 18, 2025
Bill ensuring Muslim burial rights in the Philippines awaits presidential approval
A measure recognizing the rights of Muslims to bury their deceased according to their religious customs is now awaiting approval from the President of the Philippines Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Senate President Francis Escudero announced on Saturday, February 15. The Philippine…
Austrian knife attack suspect linked to ISIS, officials confirm
February 17, 2025
Austrian knife attack suspect linked to ISIS, officials confirm
Austrian security officials have confirmed that the suspect in a recent knife attack in Villach had pledged allegiance to ISIS, news reports said. The attack, carried out by a Syrian migrant, resulted in the death of a 14-year-old and injured…
US deports dozens of migrants to Panama
February 15, 2025
US deports dozens of migrants to Panama
Panama’s President, José Raúl Mulino, announced on Thursday that 119 refugees deported from the United States have arrived in the country. The group, consisting of individuals from Afghanistan, Pakistan, China, and Uzbekistan, will later be repatriated to their home countries.…
“Qalam” project revives handwritten Quran tradition and promotes cultural unity
February 14, 2025
“Qalam” project revives handwritten Quran tradition and promotes cultural unity
The “Qalam” project, launched in 2016 by British Islamic artist Ridwan Beyk, aims to revive the traditional art of handwriting the Quran while fostering cultural and interfaith engagement. The initiative allows individuals worldwide to handwrite a single verse, contributing to…
Iraq forgives 80% of Mozambique’s debt
February 13, 2025
Iraq forgives 80% of Mozambique’s debt
Iraq has agreed to cancel 80% of Mozambique’s bilateral debt, writing off $256.13 million of the total $320.16 million, the southeast African nation’s finance ministry said. The remaining 20% will be restructured over 15 years, with a four-year grace period…
Survey: Trump’s return shifts European views on US ties
February 13, 2025
Survey: Trump’s return shifts European views on US ties
A new survey by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) suggests that Donald Trump’s return to the White House has led to a significant shift in European perceptions of the US. Once viewed as a key ally, Washington is…
Monkey causes nationwide power outage in Sri Lanka, energy ministr says
February 13, 2025
Monkey causes nationwide power outage in Sri Lanka, energy ministr says
A monkey triggered a nationwide power outage in Sri Lanka after coming into contact with a transformer at a power station in southern Colombo, Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody announced. The incident disrupted electricity for the country’s 22 million residents, with…
Turkey and Iran intensify crackdowns on Afghan migrants
February 13, 2025
Turkey and Iran intensify crackdowns on Afghan migrants
Turkish authorities have detained 80 refugees, including 75 Afghan nationals, in Erzurum and Sivas for entering the country without documentation, news reports said on Wednesday. The individuals were transferred to deportation centers in Eskisehir. In a separate incident, 29 Afghan…
Australia passes tax incentives to boost domestic industry, reduce reliance on China
February 13, 2025
Australia passes tax incentives to boost domestic industry, reduce reliance on China
Australia has enacted new legislation introducing tax incentives for critical mineral processing and renewable hydrogen production, aiming to strengthen domestic industries and reduce reliance on China, ChemAnalyst reported. The law establishes a 10% production tax break for processing 31 critical…