Nigel Farage says all mass religious observances should be banned He said the Open Iftar in Trafalgar Square on Monday was an ‘attempt to overtake, intimidate and dominate our way of life’. Evening Standard · Mar 19
Kemi Badenoch backs Nick Timothy after he calls Islamic public prayers ‘act of domination’ Conservative leader says debate not about freedom of religion, but its expression in shared public space The Guardian - UK · Mar 19
Inside the Centre for Islamic Civilization: A new hub for heritage and research The complex brings together manuscripts, research facilities and interactive exhibitions, offering public access to Islamic heritage through education, technology and international collaboration. Euronews · Mar 19
Met Police officer with Sadiq Khan Ulez grudge sacked for saying ‘Muslims are taking over’ PC Brendan Jones has been dismissed for making a discriminatory comment while on-duty Evening Standard · Mar 19
Tory chairman wades into row over MP's 'act of domination' attack on Muslim prayer in Trafalgar Square Labour Party chairwoman Anna Turley accuses Kevin Hollinrake of ‘tying himself in knots’ Evening Standard · Mar 19
Who is Uma Kumaran? UK Labour MP of Tamil origin calls out ‘blatant Islamophobia’ over Nick Timothy’s open iftar remarks A political row has erupted in the UK after Labour MP Uma Kumaran accused Conservative MP Nick Timothy of “blatant Islamophobia” over his comments on a mass Muslim prayer held during a public iftar gathering in Trafalgar Square. The Times of India · Mar 19
Mocktail designed for lavish banquet during Nigerian state visit A number of adaptations have been made at the banquet in St George’s Hall in Windsor Castle to recognise the Muslim guests. Evening Standard · Mar 18
Zakat al Mal vs Zakat al Fitr: Key difference many Muslims still get wrong ahead of Eid ul Fitr 2026; charity rules explained As Ramadan 2026 concludes, a key question arises: the distinction between Zakat al Mal and Zakat al Fitr. While both are mandatory Islamic charities, Zakat al Mal is an annual wealth-based obligation, whereas Zakat al Fitr is a fixed per-person charity due before Eid al Fitr prayer, ensuring inclusion for… The Times of India · Mar 18
'Most famous Islamic architecture': Mehdi Hasan calls out Laura Loomer over her Taj Mahal remarks British journalist Mehdi Hasan criticised American far-right activist Laura Loomer on social media over her recent comments on the Taj Mahal, calling into question her understanding of Islamic architecture. On X, Hasan wrote, "The most famous Islamic architecture in the world! How can she be this dumb?" The Times of India · Mar 18
How hatred of Jews became a common ground for Islamic terrorists and left-wing extremists, fueling domestic terrorism Every major escalation in the Middle East sends shock waves far beyond the region. In the United States, those shock waves arrive not as distant tremors but as catalysts for domestic radicalization and violence, particularly against Jewish communities. The Conversation · Mar 18
King Charles Makes Historic Break in Royal Tradition for Nigerian State Visit King Charles is unlikely to be inconvenienced by this change in schedule, considering his daily lunch consists of half an avocado. Marie Claire · Mar 18
Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville Compared Zohran Mamdani to 9/11 Attacks in Controversial Post Sen. Tommy Tuberville defended his post comparing NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to the 9/11 attacks, saying 'I just go by his rhetoric.' International Business Times UK · Mar 18
When war looks like prophecy: How U.S. ‘end time’ narratives frame the war with Iran After the United States and Israel began bombing Iran, killing some of the government’s top leaders — including its supreme leader, Ali Khamenei — some of U.S. President Donald Trump’s most loyal evangelical supporters quickly framed the war as a religious battle. The Conversation · Mar 18
No Contempt Sanctions for Laura Loomer's Comments About CAIR, Magistrate Judge Recommends Loomer had entered into a non-disparagement agreement to settle an earlier case, and the agreement had been adopted as a court order, but it also had an exception for statements responding to CAIR's statements about her. Reason · Mar 18
Evening Standard · Mar 18 'I’m heartbroken': Sadiq Khan hits back at Tory MP who said mass Muslim prayer he joined was 'not welcome' The Prime Minister called for Kemi Badenoch to fire her shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy after he made the comments about an event attended by Sir Sadiq Khan in Trafalgar Square
The Guardian - UK · Mar 18 Starmer claims Tory party has ‘problem with Muslims’ after Nick Timothy tweet PM calls on Kemi Badenoch to sack justice spokesperson after he called public prayers as ‘act of domination’
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Calls for MP to be sacked after describing Muslim public prayer as ‘act of domination’ IN FULL
The Times of India · Mar 18 ‘Sack him’: Keir Starmer slams Nick Timothy over ‘act of domination’ remark on Muslims praying in Trafalgar Square UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer slammed Conservative MP Nick Timothy over his remarks on Muslims praying at an Open Iftar gathering at Trafalgar Square. Speaking in Parliament, Starmer accused the Conservatives of having “a problem with Muslims” and asked Tory leader Kemi Badenoch to sack Timothy from the shadow cabinet.
We Got This Covered · Mar 18 ‘How can she be this dumb?’: ‘Proud Islamophobe’ Laura Loomer enraptured by Islamic architecture She'll be unhesitatingly reciting the Shahada in no time!
Newslaundry · Mar 18 ‘Muslims can’t sit here’: 4 days after mob attack on Pune iftar, no arrest Four days after a mob attacked an Iftar gathering in the Saswad area of rural Pune, the police are yet to make any arrest.
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr as Middle East conflict casts a shadow IN FULL
The Independent UK · Mar 18 What is Eid al-Fitr and how is it celebrated around the world? The Muslim holy month of Ramadan is drawing to an end and Muslims around the world will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr
International Business Times UK · Mar 18 Eid 2026: Why the Crescent Moon Is a Test of Faith Across the Islamic World Millions of Muslims await the Shawwal crescent moon as Eid 2026 approaches, testing faith and uniting communities worldwide
The Times of India · Mar 17 'Eid ul Fitr 2026 on Friday' trends online: Do we pray twice? UAE Fatwa Council clarifies as prayer confusion goes viral As Eid ul Fitr potentially falls on a Friday in 2026, the UAE Fatwa Council clarifies that both Eid and Jummah prayers are obligatory and must be performed separately. This ruling emphasises the distinct significance of each prayer, reinforcing consistency in religious observance and communal worship for Muslims in the…
The Times of India · Mar 17 ‘Whoever made that rule should be fired’: Canada school’s ‘no food zones’ during Ramadan sparks row A school in Canada's Calgary has landed in controversy after introducing “no food zones” in its cafeteria to support Muslim students observing Ramadan. The move, aimed at promoting inclusivity, has instead ignited a wider debate on how far institutions should go in accommodating religious practices.