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Islamic headscarf returns to heart of Turkish political debate

Turkey's government and opposition both vowed legal steps to enshrine women's right to wear Islamic headscarves on Wednesday, restoring to the heart of political debate ahead of next year's elections an issue which once caused deep divisions.

Reuters

Why most Muslims – but far from all – celebrate Mawlid, the Prophet Muhammad's birthday

Most Muslims celebrate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad on the 12th day of the third month of the Islamic calendar, Rabi’ al-awaal – which starts on the evening of Oct. 7 in 2022. Muslims view the celebration, called Mawlid al-Nabi or simply the Mawlid, like many other Islamic celebrations:…

The Conversation

Iran rocked by protests; world watches politely

Massive and spreading protests have rocked Iran in the wake of widening social discontent following the death of a woman Mahsa Amini, who died in police custody. Her crime? Not wearing the obligatory headscarf properly. Demonstrations across the country have jolted the Islamic Republic to its core as thousands of…

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Bohra digital entrepreneurship shows how religious communities can help women thrive

Women from religious communities around the world, like the Dawoodi Bohras, are harnessing the potential of social media platforms to set up or expand their businesses and build entrepreneurial networks. The ease of access, wide reach and collaborative nature of these platforms is providing more women with financial opportunities previously…

The Conversation

How believers in China keep the faith under Xi Jinping's watchful eye

China is a communist and atheist state but religious belief and practice continue under the watchful eye of President Xi Jinping and the Party.

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Two prophets, century-old prayer duel inspire Zion mosque

This week, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Zion, Illinois, opened its doors to the city’s first mosque

The Independent UK

Two prophets and a century-old prayer duel birth Zion mosque

This week, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Zion, Illinois, opened its doors to the city's first mosque

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Belgian police arrest French-Moroccan imam fleeing deportation

A French-Moroccan imam accused of hate speech and anti-Semitism has been arrested in Belgium after trying to avoid deportation back to Morocco.

Radio France Internationale

Commentary: Iranian women are rising up to demand freedom. Are we listening?

In recent days, protests have shaken the streets of Iran in response to the killing of 22-year-old Kurdish Iranian Mahsa (Zhina) Amini. Amini died Sept. 16 after being arrested for her “improper hijab” and apparently beaten by Iran’s so-called morality police. Thousands of Iranians are occupying the streets across the…

Los Angeles Times

Islamic finance provides an alternative to debt-based systems

For years, Muslims in North America have struggled to find ways to purchase homes while complying with Islamic law, or shariah. The Qur'an prohibits both the collection and payment of interest. For more than a million Canadians, these religious structures limited access to conventional mortgages.

The Conversation

Iranian women have been rebelling against restrictions since the Islamic Revolution in 1979 – with renewed hope that protests this time will end differently

Shouts of “death to the dictator” and “woman, life, freedom” are reverberating throughout the streets of Iran following the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman, while in custody of the “morality police” in Tehran.

The Conversation

Bajrang Dal working to ‘curb love jihad’ at Gujarat garba venues

"Love jihad" is a term used by right-wing groups and activists to allege a concerted effort by Muslim men to convert Hindu women to Islam through marriage

The Hindu

Centre declares PFI 'unlawful association' for 5 years

NEW DELHI: The Central government on Wednesday declared the Popular Front of India (PFI) and its associates, affiliates or fronts – specifically naming eight of them – as “unlawful association” under Section 3 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, for a period of five years.

The Times of India

Over 170 PFI activists detained across India

Searches were conducted by police teams in seven States and a Union Territory

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Yusuf al-Qaradawi, the Muslim scholar who influenced millions

Al-Qaradawi, who died on Monday aged 96, was a leading voice in the Muslim world, in religion and in politics.

Reuters

Sheikh Qaradawi, Islamist champion of Arab revolts, dies at 96

Sheikh Youssef al-Qaradawi, a spiritual guide to the Muslim Brotherhood who championed the 2011 Arab Spring uprisings and unsettled rulers in Egypt and the Gulf with his Islamist preaching, died on Monday. He was 96.

Reason

Trial Court Must Hear Challenge to "Islamic Pre-Nuptial Agreement" Before Referring Matter to Arbitration

Though the agreement provided for arbitration, under Texas family law challenges to the validity of a family law arbitration agreement can't wait until after the arbitration takes place.

The Hindu

Police book 11 after conversion victim files complaint

Sridhar Gangadhar of Mandya district says he developed complications after circumcision was performed by a quack

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Man devastated after thugs inject dog with poison in street

A court heard the Christian convert could be arrested and persecuted if he returned to his home country

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Hafta letters: Bharat Jodo Yatra, incorrect lyrics, letters for Mehraj

I wanted to highlight the news outlet rest of world (restofworld.org) for their excellent articles. They report interesting tech stories from around the world primarily focusing on low income nations.

The Hindu

Dalit Christians, Dalit Muslims can’t be compared to Buddhist converts, says Centre’s 2019 affidavit

The affidavit goes against the 2011 recommendation of National Commission for Scheduled Castes

Daily Mirror

Saudi discovers huge gold deposits in Medina as its offers 'opportunities to the world'

The Saudi Geological Survey said they found large stores of gold and copper ore within the boundaries of one of Islam's holiest cities, Medina, in a find they hope will help diversify their oil-dependent economy

The Texas Tribune

When Texas students campaigned for a more diverse history course, they got a lesson in politics

Students had been pushing for the State Board of Education to adopt a new, more inclusive social studies curriculum this year. Instead, the board delayed their scheduled update until at least 2025.

ABC News

Why King Charles's support for Islam is important for Muslims and the world

As a prince, King Charles supported Muslim people and promoted unity between the Islamic and Western worlds. But as a new era begins, what do those legacy views mean for Muslims.

The Conversation

Why Pope Francis chose to highlight religious freedom during his visit to Kazakhstan

Pope Francis spent three days in Kazakhstan, starting Sept. 13, 2022, to attend the Seventh Congress of World and Traditional Religions. The pope met with religious leaders, called for increased religious freedom and condemned religious justifications for war and violence.

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