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Majority of Muslim Americans prioritize charity during Holy Ramadan, survey finds

Majority of Muslim Americans prioritize charity during Holy Ramadan, survey finds

A recent survey by the Muslim Philanthropy Initiative at Indiana University has revealed that nearly 70% of Muslim Americans prefer engaging in charitable giving during Ramadan. The survey examined the preferences of Muslim Americans regarding zakat (almsgiving), shedding light on…
Morocco hosts first edition of Arabic Calligraphy and Noble Quran Exhibition

Morocco hosts first edition of Arabic Calligraphy and Noble Quran Exhibition

Coinciding with the fasting month of Ramadan, the Cultural and Arts Center in the Moroccan city of Safi is hosting the first edition of the Arabic Calligraphy and the Noble Quran Exhibition, which offers a unique opportunity to discover the…
HRW calls on Saudi Arabia to release 12 football fans imprisoned for chanting during match

HRW calls on Saudi Arabia to release 12 football fans imprisoned for chanting during match

Human Rights Watch (HRW) announced that a Saudi court issued a verdict on March 27, 2024, sentencing 12 football fans to prison terms ranging from six months to a year due to their peaceful chants during a football match in…
Four Canadian schools accuse social media companies of reshaping how children think

Four Canadian schools accuse social media companies of reshaping how children think

Four of Canada’s largest school boards have launched a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against the social media companies Meta, Snap Inc and ByteDance, accusing them of acting in a “high-handed, reckless, malicious, and reprehensible manner” with products the boards claim harm student learning…
“Who is Hussein?” charity carries out medical campaign in Pakistan

“Who is Hussein?” charity carries out medical campaign in Pakistan

The world charitable organization “Who is Hussain?” said that its Rawalpindi team organized an Eye Screening Camp at rural schools to ensure the well-being of students. The charity said in a statement published on its official Facebook account that over…
Uganda opens first interest-free commercial Islamic bank

Uganda opens first interest-free commercial Islamic bank

Uganda has inaugurated its first interest-free commercial Islamic bank, called Salaam Bank, which will operate in accordance with Islamic principles, Anadolu Agency reported. Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni officially launched the bank in Kampala and expressed his belief that Islamic banking…
Canada sees highest population growth rate in over 6 decades, report says

Canada sees highest population growth rate in over 6 decades, report says

A recent report from Statistics Canada revealed that in 2023, Canada experienced its largest annual increase in population in over six decades. The population grew by 3.2%, which is the highest growth rate since 1957 when it reached 3.3%. The…
Sharp economic downturn makes Tunisians nostalgic for past Ramadans

Sharp economic downturn makes Tunisians nostalgic for past Ramadans

The daily newspaper “The National” has published a report highlighting the severe economic crisis in Tunisia and its impact on the decline of the traditional festive environment during the holy month of Ramadan. The report stated that “the food inflation…
Residents of Holy Najaf, activists call for preserving historical and cultural landmarks in holy city

Residents of Holy Najaf, activists call for preserving historical and cultural landmarks in holy city

Residents of Holy Najaf and a number of Iraqi activists called on the concerned authorities to preserve the city’s heritage and historical identity. These demands come as the old city and the area around Imam Ali’s Holy Shrine are witnessing…
US: Student organizations host Ramadan iftar dinner

US: Student organizations host Ramadan iftar dinner

The Southern Mississippi University in the United States announced that on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, they would be hosting a communal iftar meal on the main campus. The university stated in a special report published on its official website and…
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