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1200 Roses Distributed in Washington D.C. to Commemorate Imam al-Hussein, peace be upon him

1200 Roses Distributed in Washington D.C. to Commemorate Imam al-Hussein, peace be upon him

In a dramatic display of interfaith harmony and humanitarian spirit, the Hussein For Humanity organization distributed 1,200 roses to passersby in one of the city’s busiest tourist areas. This annual event, now in its third year, aims to commemorate the…
American Bar Association calls for global action to prevent ‘Hazara genocide’ in Afghanistan

American Bar Association calls for global action to prevent ‘Hazara genocide’ in Afghanistan

The American Bar Association (ABA) has recently urged global governments to recognize and prevent genocide against the Hazara people in Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported. In a recent statement, the ABA called on the U.S. Department of State to promote justice…
U.S. Bans Imports from Five Additional Chinese Companies Over Uyghur Labor Concerns

U.S. Bans Imports from Five Additional Chinese Companies Over Uyghur Labor Concerns

The United States has imposed a ban on imports from five more Chinese companies due to alleged human rights abuses involving the Uyghurs, Reuters reported yesterday. This action is part of a broader initiative to eliminate goods produced with forced…
US: Democratic Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Prevent Future Muslim Bans Amid Trump’s Potential Return

US: Democratic Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Prevent Future Muslim Bans Amid Trump’s Potential Return

As the 2024 presidential election approaches and Donald Trump seeks a second term, Democratic lawmakers are taking proactive measures to safeguard against discriminatory immigration policies by reintroducing a significant piece of legislation aimed at preventing future Muslim bans. In light…
USA: 15,000 Attend Naperville Halal Festival Celebrating Cultural Diversity

USA: 15,000 Attend Naperville Halal Festival Celebrating Cultural Diversity

Approximately 15,000 people gathered at Frontier Park in Naperville, Illinois, for a halal food festival on August 3, organized by the Illinois Muslim Chamber of Commerce, Iqna news agency reported. According to the source, the event showcased diverse culinary traditions,…
US: Largest wildfire swells to cover area bigger than Los Angeles

US: Largest wildfire swells to cover area bigger than Los Angeles

Wildfires in California have grown to alarming proportions, with the Park fire becoming the largest this year, scorching over 386,000 acres and threatening thousands of structures, the Guardian reported yesterday. Firefighters are battling the blaze, now 14% contained, amid challenging…
Anti-Muslim incidents in US rise about 70% in first half of 2024 amid Gaza war

Anti-Muslim incidents in US rise about 70% in first half of 2024 amid Gaza war

Discrimination and attacks against Muslims and Palestinians in the United States surged by approximately 70 percent in the first half of 2024, Arab News reported today citing a report from the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). This rise in Islamophobia…
Islamic Center of Detroit Expands Mental Health Services for Community

Islamic Center of Detroit Expands Mental Health Services for Community

In 2023, the Islamic Center of Detroit (ICD) in Dearborn launched My Mental Wellness, a nonprofit clinic aimed at addressing mental health needs in the Arab and Muslim American communities, according to an article published by Planet Detroit yesterday. The…
100 Muslim Parents Oppose Gender Ideology at Virginia School Board Meeting

100 Muslim Parents Oppose Gender Ideology at Virginia School Board Meeting

A recent school board decision regarding the Family Life Education Curriculum (FLE) has ignited debate within the community, The Daily Signal reported yesterday. Parents, particularly those from Muslim backgrounds, have expressed concerns about the curriculum’s content, specifically lessons on gender…
US Ramps Up Uyghur Forced Labor Enforcement, EU Faces Critical Decision

US Ramps Up Uyghur Forced Labor Enforcement, EU Faces Critical Decision

The fight against forced labor in China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region is gaining momentum as the US strengthens enforcement and the EU grapples with an upcoming regulation. The US government has prioritized the aluminum sector for stricter enforcement under the…
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