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CAIR-Chicago Expresses Concern Over Removal of Muslim Headstones
September 25, 2024
CAIR-Chicago Expresses Concern Over Removal of Muslim Headstones
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) has voiced deep concern following the unannounced removal of nearly 100 Muslim headstones at Bohemian National Cemetery, the organization’s website revealed yesterday. Operations Manager Maggie Slavin stated, “We are saddened to hear that improper…
80% of Indian Muslims in U.S. Report Discrimination Linked to Hindu Nationalism
September 20, 2024
80% of Indian Muslims in U.S. Report Discrimination Linked to Hindu Nationalism
A new survey highlights the troubling experiences of Indian American Muslims, revealing that a significant majority have faced discrimination tied to the rise of Hindu nationalism. Conducted by the Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC) and ReThink Media, the study sheds…
US Court Summons Indian Officials in Pannun Case
September 20, 2024
US Court Summons Indian Officials in Pannun Case
A US court has summoned the Indian government in relation to a civil suit filed by Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who claims a conspiracy by Indian officials to assassinate him, Muslim Mirror reported yesterday. The Indian Ministry of External…
Nearly 60% of Muslim Students in New York Experience Bullying: Study
September 15, 2024
Nearly 60% of Muslim Students in New York Experience Bullying: Study
A recent study by the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) revealed alarming statistics regarding bullying among Muslim students in New York, Anadolu Agency reported on Friday. Conducted among 500 students, the survey found that nearly 60% reported being bullied due…
Wildfires Ravage Over 400 Square Kilometers in Western U.S., Putting Strain on resources
September 14, 2024
Wildfires Ravage Over 400 Square Kilometers in Western U.S., Putting Strain on resources
California is battling three major wildfires that have consumed over 400 square kilometers (100,000 acres), severely taxing firefighting resources, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. The Bridge Fire, which ignited on Sunday, has burned 198 square kilometers and remains 0% contained, although…
Uyghur Exiles Report Rising Repression in the U.S.
September 14, 2024
Uyghur Exiles Report Rising Repression in the U.S.
Uyghur exiles living in the United States are experiencing an alarming increase in transnational repression from the Chinese government, which reportedly uses relatives still in Xinjiang to threaten them into silence, VOA reported recently. In the article, activists, including Elfidar…
Virginia Islamic School Commemorates Holy Arbaeen
September 4, 2024
Virginia Islamic School Commemorates Holy Arbaeen
In conjunction with the Arbaeen commemorations taking place in Iraq and around the world, students at Virginia Islamic School in USA held a solemn ceremony to honor the Master of the Martyrs, Imam al-Hussein, peace be upon him. The organizers…
California approves legislation to lay groundwork for AI regulation
September 1, 2024
California approves legislation to lay groundwork for AI regulation
The California State Assembly approved SB 1047, a bill aimed at regulating artificial intelligence (AI) development in the state, Jurist News reported yesterday. The legislation mandates that developers of “covered models” meet specific conditions before commencing AI training, including implementing…
U.S. Government Report Links High Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water to Lower IQ in Children
August 26, 2024
U.S. Government Report Links High Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water to Lower IQ in Children
A U.S. government report from the National Toxicology Program has found a potential link between higher fluoride levels in drinking water and lower IQ in children, The Associated Press reported. Analyzing studies from multiple countries, the report indicates that fluoride…
U.S. Lawmakers Question Ethics of Drug Trials in Xinjiang
August 22, 2024
U.S. Lawmakers Question Ethics of Drug Trials in Xinjiang
American pharmaceutical companies are under scrutiny for conducting clinical trials in China’s Xinjiang region, where U.S. lawmakers have declared a genocide against the Uyghur population, RFA reported yesterday. In a recent letter to the FDA, Representatives John Moolenaar and Raja…