United Kingdom

Britain is grappling with a surge of ani-Islam sentiments as far-right riots erupt in multiple cities, targeting mosques and communities following the tragic stabbing of three children in Southport, TRTWorld reported yesterday. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the violence, attributing…

A surge in extreme right-wing activity has led to a dramatic increase in threats and attacks against Muslims in the UK. The government has announced emergency measures to protect mosques while police battle widespread riots and clashes. A wave of…

Police in England are being urged to bolster security around mosques and asylum seeker accommodations in light of at least 19 planned far-right rallies following violent protests sparked by a tragic stabbing incident at a children’s holiday club, Anadolu Agency…

The UK government has announced an expansion of the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS), allowing Afghan refugees evacuated to Britain to reunite with close family members left behind, Arab News reported on Tuesday. According to the article, the initiative aims…

AI is set to revolutionize the British workforce, with the potential to enhance nearly two-thirds of jobs, according to new research commissioned by Google that The Guardian published on Friday, July 26. Rather than fearing job losses, the tech giant…

The London-Based Ahlulbayt Foundation held a rich and engaging series of events this Muharram (July 7-16, 2024) to honor the legacy of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him). The program offered a variety of activities catering to different age groups…

In a significant milestone for British politics, a record number of 25 Muslim candidates have been elected to the House of Commons in the recent parliamentary elections, marking a substantial increase from the 19 elected in 2017 and 2019. This…

Newly elected Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed Shabana Mahmood as the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Daily Times reported yesterday. This makes Mahmood the first female Muslim minister in the United Kingdom. Mahmood, a Member…

The UK’s Labour Party swept to power after winning the country’s general election, crossing the 326-seat threshold for a working majority in the House of Commons. Keir Starmer will be Britain’s next prime minister with his centre left Labour Party…

A London court has ordered British authorities to reconsider whether to launch a criminal investigation into imports of cotton allegedly produced by forced labor in China’s Xinjiang region, Arab News reported today. The Court of Appeal overturned a previous decision,…