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A collection of rare Islamic artifacts, including pieces from the tomb of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his pure family), will be exhibited at Unity Centre Masjid Ghausia in Huddersfield this Saturday, BBC reported. Among the highlights is…

Birmingham hosted the 12th annual British Muslim Awards 2025 on Friday, May 2, at Eastside Rooms, celebrating outstanding contributions by British Muslims across various fields. Organized by Oceanic Awards, the prestigious event drew prominent figures from education, media, healthcare, law,…

A Diabetes UK report reveals that nearly a third (29%) of cardiovascular disease deaths in England occur in people with diabetes, The Guardian reported. In 2022, out of 144,590 cardiovascular deaths, those with diabetes accounted for this significant proportion, up…

Peter Sullivan, who spent almost 40 years in prison for a murder he did not commit, was acquitted by a London court on Tuesday after new DNA evidence cast serious doubt on his conviction, Arab News reported. Sullivan was originally…

Naseer Central Mosque in Hartlepool’s Brougham Terrace hosted an Open Day on May 3, marking a powerful step toward healing and unity after being targeted in a racially charged riot less than a year ago. On July 31, 2024, the…

The UK government faced a significant setback in the House of Lords over its AI copyright plans, The Guardian reported. Peers backed an amendment to the data bill requiring AI companies to disclose which copyrighted materials they use in training…

British special forces, specifically the Army’s Special Air Service (SAS) and the Royal Navy’s Special Boat Service (SBS), have been accused of committing systematic war crimes during the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, Arab News reported citing the BBC’s “Panorama” program.…

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged Monday to “finally take back control” of Britain’s borders, unveiling new immigration policies aimed at reducing legal migration and countering rising support for hard-right parties, Arab News reported. The government’s Immigration White Paper outlines…

In the UK, food retailers are reporting a sharp rise in shoplifting among pensioners, driven by the ongoing cost of living crisis, The Guardian said. John Nussbaum of Kingdom Services Group, a firm providing security for hundreds of stores nationwide,…

On Sunday morning, passengers at London Stansted Airport encountered significant disruptions caused by an IT failure that affected check-in, baggage handling, and security systems, The Guardian reported. The Essex airport confirmed the issue early in the day, leading to long…