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Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan’s wife Khadijah dies aged 90

Known affectionately as ‘Mother Khadijah’, she worked alongside her husband for decades

The Independent UK · Jun 28

Shoaib Akhtar's brother's funeral attended by LeT terrorist Saifullah Kasuri, Videos spark concern

Senior Lashkar-e-Taiba leaders, including deputy chief Saifullah Kasuri, were reportedly seen at the funeral of former cricketer Shoaib Akhtar's brother in Islamabad. The presence of Kasuri and the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League president, linked to LeT, raises concerns about banned terror groups' visibility and influence in Pakistan. Kasuri has a…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

Photos show Ashoura commemorations shaped by war and loss in Lebanon and Iran

War, loss and remembrance shaped the observances this year in Lebanon and Iran of Ashoura, one of Shiite Islam's most important religious days, commemorating the death of a grandson of Prophet Muhammad.

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Who is Tommy Robinson? The Karl Stefanovic guest who has cost Australia’s famed TV host his job

Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is an anti-Islamic, far-right political activist well known in the UK and Europe

The Guardian - AU · Jun 25

Abdullah Ibrahim in the 1960s: how the famous pianist began to shape an African jazz sound

The 1960s is a significant era in Abdullah Ibrahim’s story. It’s a time when the South African master’s international career as a jazz pianist was gradually established and he laid the foundations for the signature sound that is recognised today as people reflect on his passing.

The Conversation · Jun 25

John Swinney brands Reform MSP 'disgrace' for 'trivialising Edinburgh terror attacks'

THE First Minister has called a senior Reform MSP an “absolute disgrace”, accusing him of "trivialising" the terror-linked anti-Muslim…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 25

Muharram Date 2026 : When is Muharram and Ashura in 2026? Will banks and schools be closed? Full holiday schedule, history, and significance explained

Muharram Date: Muharram, marking the Islamic New Year and a significant religious observance, is anticipated around June 26, 2026. Ashura, a day of remembrance, will follow. While exact dates hinge on moon sightings, many Indian states may declare a public holiday for banks, schools, and offices. This sacred month involves…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Pakistani Hindus join Shiite Muslims in Muharram observances honoring Imam Hussein

Some members of Pakistan’s Hindu community take part in Muharram traditions alongside Shiite Muslims in the port city or Karachi, reflecting a long-standing reverence for Imam Hussein that crosses religious boundaries

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Shiite Muslims collectively mourn to mark Muharram and Ashoura

Shiite Muslims in the U.S. and worldwide have been observing a period of mourning leading to the day of Ashoura, which marks the seventh-century killing of Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Denmark Moves to Ban the Islamic Call to Prayer Nationwide and Says It Has No Place Over Danish Rooftops

Denmark's proposal to ban the Islamic call to prayer has sparked intense debate over religious freedom, secularism, and constitutional rights, highlighting political sensitivities around immigration and integration.

International Business Times UK · Jun 24