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World’s Largest 3D-Printed Neighborhood Nears Completion in Texas
August 15, 2024
World’s Largest 3D-Printed Neighborhood Nears Completion in Texas
The world’s largest 3D-printed neighborhood, Wolf Ranch, is on the verge of completion near Austin, Texas, the US, New Atlas reported yesterday. Spearheaded by the innovative firm Icon in collaboration with construction giant Lennar and architectural studio Bjarke Ingels Group,…
1200 Roses Distributed in Washington D.C. to Commemorate Imam al-Hussein, peace be upon him
August 11, 2024
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
August 11, 2024
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
August 9, 2024
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
August 8, 2024
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
August 7, 2024
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
August 1, 2024
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
July 30, 2024
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
July 27, 2024
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
July 20, 2024
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…