The imam of the Al Haqq Islamic Center in Kansas City has spent nearly two decades fostering understanding and unity across faiths. In a recent interview with The Kansas City Star, Imam Sulaiman Salaam Jr., shared his journey of dispelling misconceptions about Islam and promoting interfaith harmony. Growing up in a Muslim household, [&hel...
Iran is set to implement the “hijab law,” officially known as the “Promoting Chastity and Hijab Culture to Support the Family,” on December 13. This contentious legislation prescribes fines between $71 and more than $2,000 for non-compliance with the country’s dress code. Violators who do not settle their fines wi...
RAMALLAH (AA) – Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank are unable to celebrate Eid al-Adha as they once did because of economic hardships, severe attacks in the Gaza Strip and unlawful actions in the West Bank. Israel’s attacks on Gaza have killed at least 37,232 Palestinians, including 15,517 children and 10,279 women, and...
Dakar, Senegal – AFP In a second-hand shop in the suburbs of Senegal’s capital, Seynabou Sarr is inundated with orders days before West Africa’s largest Muslim festival of Tabaski (Eid al-Adha) . Sarr, 30, constantly answers calls while showing customers second-hand boubous — a traditional robe worn by both men and wome...
Mina, Saudi Arabia – AFP Pilgrims performed Sunday the last major ritual of the hajj, the “stoning of the devil”, in western Saudi Arabia, as Muslims the world over celebrated the Eid al-Adha holiday. Beginning at dawn, the 1.8 million Muslims undertaking the pilgrimage this year threw seven stones at each of three concrete w...
RAMALLAH, Palestine (AA) – Around 40,000 Palestinians offered Eid al-Adha prayer at Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem on Sunday, but there was no festive atmosphere. The Islamic Endowments Department in Jerusalem said in a statement that about 40,000 worshippers performed Eid al-Adha prayers. The Palestinian news agency WAFA repo...
By Ahmed I was born and raised in the Himalayan valley of Kashmir. Kashmir is known for many different things: the scenic beauty, the unending occupation, and its Islamicate culture. But the story that I am writing about is the journey of Hajj, a journey that I heard many stories about from my Boba (grandmother) […]
The Dutch translation of the Quran was distributed in 15 cities in the Netherlands to explain Islam on King’s Day on Saturday. King’s Day is an annual commemoration of the birthday of the country’s king. Volunteers of the Muslim Perspective Foundation organized an “Invitation to Islam” event in the 15 cities. Those who came to […...
Muslims in the U.S. comprise a diverse ethnic and racial minority but unite for prayers and Eid celebrations. Dressed in colorful attire, families exchange greetings and prayers in mosques and community centers, reflecting the nation’s growing Islamic presence. These gatherings showcase the rich cultural tapestry of American Muslims, fr...
A groundbreaking Ramadan radio show being hosted by Dutch Muslim women aims to demystify Islam and counter stereotypes. Led by Nora Akachar, the show, titled “Suhoor Stories,” has an all-female lineup. Guests share personal Ramadan experiences and answer common questions. The show garners 160,000 daily listeners nationwide. Despite facing crit...
