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UK Provides Aid to Over 2 Million Afghans in 2023
August 21, 2024
UK Provides Aid to Over 2 Million Afghans in 2023
On World Humanitarian Day, the British Embassy in Afghanistan announced that it has provided aid to over 2.7 million people in the country this year, including 1.3 million women, Khaama Press reported yesterday. Chargé d’affaires Robert Dykes highlighted the positive…
Surge in Anti-Muslim Hate Crimes Following UK Far-Right Riots
August 18, 2024
Surge in Anti-Muslim Hate Crimes Following UK Far-Right Riots
The Muslim community in the UK is grappling with a surge in fear and insecurity following recent far-right riots across the country, according to articles published by Sky News and Arab News recently. Surveys conducted by the Muslim Women’s Network…
Immigration Becomes Top Concern for Britons, Ipsos Poll Reveals
August 17, 2024
Immigration Becomes Top Concern for Britons, Ipsos Poll Reveals
For the first time since 2016, immigration has emerged as the most significant issue for Britons, Arab News reported yesterday citing the latest Ipsos poll. The survey, conducted from August 7-13 with 1,010 adults, found that 34 percent of respondents…
London mayor enhances security training at mosques after nationwide violence
August 15, 2024
London mayor enhances security training at mosques after nationwide violence
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced enhanced support for security training at mosques on Wednesday, emphasizing the city’s commitment to fighting racism, Islamophobia, and antisemitism, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. This initiative responds to recent nationwide violence that has left many in…
Following days of unrest, UK authorities arrest more than 1,000 people over recent riots
August 14, 2024
Following days of unrest, UK authorities arrest more than 1,000 people over recent riots
British authorities have arrested over 1,000 people following days of riots involving violence, arson, looting, and racist attacks against Muslims and migrants, Reuters said on Tuesday, citing a national policing body. The unrest, which began after the false blaming of…
Imam Hussein Charity Organizes Symbolic Arbaeen Walk for Children in London
August 11, 2024
Imam Hussein Charity Organizes Symbolic Arbaeen Walk for Children in London
Imam Hussein Charity (IHC) organized a heartwarming Arbaeen commemorative walk for children yesterday, August 10, in a picturesque location in London. The event, featuring a designated dirt path on a hill, was designed to introduce the younger generation to the…
Rising Racism Against Muslim Healthcare Workers in the UK Following Far-Right Riots
August 10, 2024
Rising Racism Against Muslim Healthcare Workers in the UK Following Far-Right Riots
Muslim healthcare professionals in the UK are facing a disturbing surge in racism, Arab News reported yesterday citing the British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA). This increase follows a week of riots spurred by misinformation about a knife attack in Southport,…
Decrease in migrant visa applications following UK government changes
August 9, 2024
Decrease in migrant visa applications following UK government changes
The rate in migrant visa applications from overseas workers, students and their families has fallen by a third within the last 12 months.The decrease came about after the Conservative government introduced rule changes, banning most international students and health and…
UK Reels from Far-Right Violence Targeting Muslims
August 8, 2024
UK Reels from Far-Right Violence Targeting Muslims
The United Kingdom is grappling with a surge in far-right extremism and violence targeting Muslim communities. Triggered by false narratives surrounding a fatal stabbing, the unrest has exposed deep-rooted societal divisions and the dangers of misinformation. The recent killing of…
U.K. Royal Mint Launches Urban Mining Initiative to Extract Gold from E-Waste
August 7, 2024
U.K. Royal Mint Launches Urban Mining Initiative to Extract Gold from E-Waste
There is value in the electronic equipment that is thrown away, says the Royal Mint The U.K.’s Royal Mint has opened a new factory in Wales focused on extracting gold from electronic waste, aiming to promote sustainable practices and reduce…