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Curfew extended in Buthidaung and Maungdaw

Curfew extended in Buthidaung and Maungdaw

The evening curfew in two northern Rakhine State townships was extended, according to local officials.     The evening curfew in two northern Rakhine State townships was extended, according to local officials. The late-night clampdown has been in place since…
Old English Church converts to Islamic Center

Old English Church converts to Islamic Center

Following the efforts and endeavors of the Shiite minority residing in Peterborough England, and with an attempt to provide a center for Muslim worshipers to perform their prayers as well as holding rituals, the city’s old church was bought and…
SRW: Nigerian Cleric’s Health Deteriorating

SRW: Nigerian Cleric’s Health Deteriorating

Senior Nigerian Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky’s health has been worsening, Shia Rights Watch (SRW) said.     Senior Nigerian Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky’s health has been worsening, Shia Rights Watch (SRW) said. The rights body, headquartered in the…
Travel Agency Offers Muslim-Friendly Tours in Osaka, Japan

Travel Agency Offers Muslim-Friendly Tours in Osaka, Japan

A travel agency based in Osaka city, Japan, is offering tours catering specifically to Muslim visitors, a growing segment of inbound travelers from abroad, featuring a visit to a mosque, halal food and an attendant who adheres to Islam.  …
Hijab-wearing Muslim women face discrimination in UK

Hijab-wearing Muslim women face discrimination in UK

British women wearing Hijab are facing work discrimination as employers prefer hiring non-veil-wearing employees, a new inquiry finds.     British women wearing Hijab are facing work discrimination as employers prefer hiring non-veil-wearing employees, a new inquiry finds. UK lawmakers…
Nigerian army fire tear-gas at ‘Free Zakzaky’ peaceful protesters in Zaria

Nigerian army fire tear-gas at ‘Free Zakzaky’ peaceful protesters in Zaria

Thousands of Muslims that gathered for the Free Zakzaky, peaceful protest, were tear gassed by mobile policemen on Thursday August 11 2016 in Zaria metropolis.     Thousands of Muslims that gathered for the Free Zakzaky, peaceful protest, were tear…
Muslim Woman Says Chicago Police Officers Ripped Off Her Hijab, Suit Says

Muslim Woman Says Chicago Police Officers Ripped Off Her Hijab, Suit Says

A Muslim woman says that Chicago police officers ripped off her hijab and niqab as she walked up the staircase to a train and accused her of being a “terrorist,” according to a federal lawsuit and her lawyer.    …
Islamic Studies to be founded in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Islamic Studies to be founded in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

The Council of State has announced the establishment of Muslim studies in the Faculty of Theology in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, after finding legal the appropriate presidential decree by the Ministry of Education.     The Council of State has…
Rio 2016: terror stigma increases violence against Muslims

Rio 2016: terror stigma increases violence against Muslims

Attacks against Muslims have increased in Rio de Janeiro since a group of people were arrested on suspicion of planning to carry out terrorist acts during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.     Attacks against Muslims have increased in Rio…
Course on Quranic Sciences Held in Birmingham

Course on Quranic Sciences Held in Birmingham

The Quranic institute affiliated to al-Abbas holy shrine held a Quranic course for the Muslim community in Birmingham, England.     The Quranic institute affiliated to al-Abbas holy shrine held a Quranic course for the Muslim community in Birmingham, England.…
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