The US has conferred the 1st ‘International Religious Freedom Award’ on an 84-year-old Nigerian imam who selflessly risked his own life to shelter and protect Christians during June 2018 attacks in Nghar Yelwa village, central Nigeria. “Imam Abubakar Abdullahi selflessly risked his own life to save members of another religious community, who would have likely been …
This is my experience wearing the hijab. A twenty-something year-old, born and raised in New Jersey who never called any other place besides the United States her home. I love wearing hijab. It is a part of me. It provides a comfort, a protection…
WASHINGTON, DC – The history of Muslims in the US extends to 14th century as many historians believe that the earliest Muslims came from the Senegambian region of Africa. Known as Moors, expelled from Spain, Muslims made their way to the Caribbean and possibly to the Gulf of Mexico in the 14th century. Others claim …
TORONTO – World leaders have sent special greetings to the Muslim community to mark the end of Ramadan and `Eid Al-Fitr, commending their spirit of giving and integration. “After a month of fasting and reflection, `Eid is a time for Muslims to come together to feast, celebrate, and share their good fortune with others,” said …
Rightly so, America’s Congress has called Mark Zuckerberg to answer questions on the abuse of data gathered by Facebook by external parties. But as the CEO of Facebook answered questions, it became apparent that a number of Senators – who are no doubt perfectly capable individuals – were unfamiliar with Facebook, WhatsApp, even how the …
WASHINGTON, DC – The number of hate groups in the United States expanded significantly last year under President Donald Trump, with anti-Muslim organizations increasing for the third year in a row, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) said. “President Trump in 2017 reflected what white supremacist groups want to see: a country where racism is …
An animation movie telling the story of Prophet Muhammad’s companion Bilal ibn Rabah (may Allah be pleased with him) is planned to debut in the US for the first time on February 2nd.
Members of Greenville’s Islamic Center have teamed up with a group from Traveler’s Rest United Methodist Church Saturday to provide aid and food at a South Carolina food bank.
Patriarchs and heads of local churches in Al-Quds (Occupied Jerusalem) expressed concern Wednesday over US President Donald Trump’s policy change on the status of the holy city, confirming that the “the Holy City can be shared.”
American voters went to the polls in several cities and states on Tuesday, giving Democrats a big win in elections widely seen as a referendum on US President Donald Trump.
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