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The United States has initiated the revocation of Green Cards for some Afghan immigrants, raising alarm among human rights organizations and the Afghan community, Afghanistan International reported. This unprecedented action, taken with little public notice, has left many feeling anxious…

For the second consecutive year, Smith Public Library in Wylie, Texas, has created a display featuring books, décor, and information about Ramadan, the holiest month for Muslims, NBC DFW reported. This final week of Ramadan sees billions of Muslims fasting…

Since early March, Muslims in South Florida have gathered each evening at 7:29 p.m. to break their fast with dates, followed by the Maghrib prayer and iftar dinners, Wlrn.org reported. At the Islamic Center of Greater Miami, an open house…

The United States, in coordination with the Somali government, conducted air strikes on Daesh targets in the Golis mountains of Puntland, Somalia, Rudaw reported. While Daesh has a smaller presence in Somalia compared to Al-Shabab, experts have noted an increase…

A Quran competition for children took place in Charlotte, North Carolina, celebrating the holy month of Ramadan, Iqna reported. The event saw 140 participants, aged 4 to 60, showcasing their memorization and recitation skills. Amani Kerrouchi, 11, who tied for…

The Helping Handzzz Foundation, a Dearborn-based non-profit, is addressing food waste and fostering community during Ramadan, WXYZ.com reported. Volunteers collect untouched meals and distribute them to individuals experiencing homelessness. The foundation, led by Nadine Daoud, provides nearly 400 meals weekly.…

Governor JB Pritzker signed a landmark bill into law last week, making Illinois the first state in the U.S. to require state-run schools, hospitals, and correctional facilities to offer halal meal options, Fox News reported. The legislation, known as the…

At least 34 people have died in the US after powerful tornadoes struck multiple southeastern states, including Missouri, where 12 fatalities were reported. The tornadoes devastated communities, overturning vehicles and demolishing homes. In Kansas, a dust storm triggered a fatal…

Jefferson Parish Public Schools faced criticism over the treatment of fasting Muslim students during Ramadan, WWL TV reported. Community advocate Rana Ottallah reported that a parent requested their child be allowed to sit in the library during lunch, but the…

The largest annual iftar dinner in the U.S. took place at the Bayou City Event Centre, hosted by Houston Mayor John Whitmire and the Sister Cities Associations, attracting over 2,500 attendees, Geo News reported. Coordinator Saeed Sheikh emphasized the event’s…