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A local council is being quizzed by a leading Conservative politician after a secondary school started offering “Halal only” lunches.Welsh Tory leader Andrew RT Davies approached the Vale of Glamorgan Council after a constituent flagged Cowbridge Comprehensive School only provided specific meat options.In a letter to Cllr Rhiannon Birch, Davies said: “My constituent’s daughter attends Cowbridge Comprehensive School, and claims she was told that all meat options served in school meals are Halal meat.“She requested a non-Halal meat meal for her daughter, but was told this was not available.The incident took place at Cowbridge Comprehensive SchoolGOOGLE STREET VIEW“I would be…

Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) – Monitoring: The festival included a variety of cultural activities such as speeches, poetry recitations, and specialized discussions on the mulberry fruit, theater performances, and an art exhibition. Mawlawi Nasrullah Malikzada, the Head of Information and Culture in Panjshir, highlighted the importance of such cultural festivals in promoting cultural exchange among the people, particularly intellectuals, across Afghanistan. He emphasized that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan aims to foster unity and solidarity among the public, intellectuals, writers, and poets through these cultural initiatives. Hafiz Mohammad Agha Hakim, the Governor of Panjshir, lauded the Mulberry Festival as a…

Published 2024-07-23 05:00 5:00 July 23, 2024 am This article was originally published by The Emancipator. Muna Osman Jama was marking the last days of Ramadan with her husband, 10 years ago this July, when a swarm of federal law enforcement agents rushed through the door of their Reston, Virginia home. They handcuffed her and pushed her husband to the floor.  Jama, a naturalized U.S. citizen born in Somalia, recalled the moment as chaotic and frightening. “I need to dress up,” she told them. “I’m not wearing clothes.” When the officers entered her home, Jama was dressed in an abaya, an…

Islamabad (Parliament Times)  (Adnan Hameed) : Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized the importance of scientific innovation and collaboration in addressing the interconnected challenges being faced by OIC countries vis’-a- vis’ water, energy, food, and ecosystems security. He was addressing the 25th IAS Scientific Conference, titled “Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem Nexus for the Security of OIC Countries,” as Chief Guest today at the Pakistan Academy of Sciences (PAS). The conference, organized jointly by the Islamic World Academy of Sciences (IAS) and the Pakistan Academy of Sciences (PAS), gathered distinguished scientists and researchers to discuss critical issues facing OIC countries. The Chairman…

In recognition of its leadership in the Islamic banking sector, Bank Nizwa, the leading and most trusted Islamic bank in the Sultanate of Oman, was awarded the ‘Islamic Bank of the Year’ award at the New Age Banking Summit 2024, for its exceptional performance. Additionally, the bank was also titled ‘Best Bank in the Mid-Size Banks’ in the Sultanate based on a study conducted by Oman Economic Review (OER) magazine, which evaluated the financial performance of banking institutions. The awards were graciously accepted by Mr. Khaled Al Kayed, Chief Executive Officer, Bank Nizwa, on behalf of the bank. This recognition…

Renowned Pakistani scholar Mufti Taqi Usmani has recently declared that earning profits from deposits in banks is halal (permissible) under Islamic law. This announcement comes amid ongoing debates regarding the Shariah compliance of Islamic banking practices in Pakistan. Traditionally, earning interest from bank deposits is considered haram (forbidden) in Islam, leading to outrage over this declaration. Issues Surrounding Islamic Banking in Pakistan Islamic banks in Pakistan have faced skepticism regarding their adherence to Shariah principles. Concerns have been raised about the rigor of Shariah compliance audits and the effectiveness of external oversight. Some Islamic bankers and Shariah advisors have expressed…

Renowned for its abundant cultural heritage and profound religious practices, Saudi Arabia observes numerous public holidays annually. These holidays offer a glimpse into the Kingdom’s rich cultural and religious heritage. From the solemn observances of Ramadan to the joyous celebrations of Eid and National Day, these holidays provide a chance for reflection, unity, and celebration. Read on as Wego takes you through a detailed overview of Saudi public holidays in 2025, their significance and cultural importance. New Year’s Day (1 January) New Year’s Day will be celebrated on Wednesday, 1 January 2025. While not traditionally observed in Islamic culture, it has…

Montreal City Hall reopened in early June after five years of renovations, at a cost of $221 million. The goal was to “refresh” an entrance hall that dated back to 1878, a rather patriarchal, mainly Catholic era, and to present works of art and exhibitions. We were promised, among other things, a museum on the history of Montreal. The Plante administration is presenting “its” update there: a framework for “citizen appropriation.” Thus, on the welcome sign in the entrance hall, we see on the right an ordinary old man, on the left a young man in an anonymous cap and…

PARIS – A year ago, the head of the Paris Olympics boldly declared that France’s capital would be “the safest place in the world” when the Games open this Friday.Tony Estanguet’s confident forecast looks less far-fetched now with squadrons of police patrolling Paris’ streets, fighter jets and soldiers primed to scramble, and imposing metal-fence security barriers erected like an iron curtain on both sides of the River Seine that will star in the opening show.France’s vast police and military operation is in large part because the July 26-Aug. 11 Games face unprecedented security challenges. The city has repeatedly suffered deadly…

Grand Mufti of Cambodia, Shaikh Kamarudin Yusof, publicly declared Saudi Arabia as a leader in the Islamic World, commending its “contribution” to serve Muslims globally. The grand Mufti stated this on Saturday, July 20 during his reception of the delegation from the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, dawah, and guidance, participating in the second scientific session for the training of imams and preachers in Cambodia, in the presence of Majid Al-Dhayan, the religious attaché assigned to the Saudi Embassy, The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. During his speech, the Mufti of Cambodia emphasized the Kingdom’s pivotal role in promoting the values…

Abdul Rab Rasul Sayyaf, a former jihadist leader, has implicitly responded to recent comments made by Yahya Unabi, a pro-Taliban imam in Panjshir Province, stating that “condoning the touching and stripping” of non-mahram women is religiously forbidden and the greatest “crime against Islam and humanity.” In a post on his Facebook page, Sayyaf wrote, “Touching the bodies of non-mahram women is religiously forbidden, and stripping them is a grave crime. Justifying this act is the greatest crime against Islam and humanity.” Previously, Unabi, during a sermon, suggested that Zarmina Pariyani, who had been arrested and imprisoned by Taliban intelligence and…

As a child growing up in Tehran, Shayan Varamini didn’t know what it meant to be transgender.Assigned female at birth, Varamini always felt drawn to dressing boyishly. He’d once had romantic feelings for a girl in his school, leading him to assume he might be a lesbian.But in Iran, where same-sex relations can lead to imprisonment, corporal punishment, and even execution, he needed to be sure.When he turned 18, just over a decade ago, Varamini sought guidance from a psychologist, who told him he was not a lesbian. Instead, he was diagnosed with “gender-identity disorder,” an outdated term used to…

TDT | Manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com Recent data reveals a flourishing trade relationship between Bahrain and Malaysia, with the trade volume reaching approximately $263.3 million in 2023, marking a 5% increase from the previous year. The exchange of goods centered around a diverse range of products, including wood, furniture, auto parts, electronics, foodstuffs, edible oils, aluminium, and lubricants. Investment prospects between the two nations appear most promising in fields such as medical technology, transportation technology, construction, chemicals, electrical and electronic appliances, machinery, metals, and Islamic banking. Notably, Bahrain and Malaysia are among the top five countries globally in the…

… As Monarch Urges Indigenes in Diaspora To Participate  Oba Adewale Shefiu, the Olu Epe of Epe Kingdom has announced the commencement of the Kayo Kayo festival, adding that the festival is a time for the sons and daughters of Epe to come home. Speaking at a Press Briefing held recently in his Palace, the Monarch noted that there is no better way to unite the people than coming together under one umbrella to wine and dine and celebrate the cultural heritage of Epeland. He further disclosed that the Kayo-Kayo festival is an annual religious and cultural state festival celebrated…

  The spread of Islam in Sweden has increased notably with the influx of Muslim immigrants, resulting in construction of mosques in cities both large and small. This presence has led many Swedes to explore Islam. Among them are Emily Andersson, 29, and Martina Hildingsson, 39, who both converted to Islam after a period of exploration, Swedish Center for Information reported on Friday. Emily Andersson, from Savalo in southern Sweden, shared her story with Swedish television. “I was never attracted to Christianity. There was no spiritual feeling in Christianity, but I watched Muslims and tried to get to know the…

TEL AVIV, Israel – Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for a drone strike early Friday that hit part of central Tel Aviv near the U.S. Embassy, killing one person and injuring 10.The aerial strike rumbled through the streets causing shards of shrapnel to rain down and spreading shards of glass over a large radius. The Houthis have launched drones and missiles toward Israel throughout the Israel-Hamas war, in solidarity with the Palestinian people and against Israel. But until Friday, all were intercepted by either Israel or Western allies with forces stationed in the region.Yahya Sare’e, the Houthis’ spokesperson, said in…

In this photo shows the Sharjah Islamic Bank’s headquarters in Sharjah. File photo Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) announced an increase in its net profit by 25.8%, amounting to Dhs622.4 million for the first six months of 2024, compared to Dhs494.6 million for the same period of the previous year. Net profit after tax amounted to Dhs566.2 million by the end of the first half of 2024, an increase of 14.5%. The overall revenue increase is due to SIB’s strong core performance, focus on the SIB’s customer-centric approach, and the introduction of multiple new high-profit-oriented customized products. Total income on financing…

Reuters VideosAfter Trump comments, Taiwan officials respondSTORY: :: July 18, 2024:: Taipei, Taiwan:: Taiwan’s foreign ministry comments after Trump says island should pay the U.S. for defense:: Kuoyu Chiao, Deputy Head, North America Department, Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry:: “In the past, both Democratic and Republican governments have fulfilled their security commitments to Taiwan in accordance with the “Taiwan Relations Act” and the “Six Guarantees”, and Taiwan has continually strengthened its self-defense capability through arms purchases from the United States.””We have seen that in recent years the United States has continued to gather like-minded countries to shape peace and stability in the…

ISLAMABAD — The bodies of four Pakistanis killed in an attack on a Shiite mosque in Oman this week have been repatriated and handed to their families, officials said Friday.Relatives of the victims were present when the Pakistan International Airlines flights landed at the Islamabad and Lahore airports. Airline spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez said the bodies were repatriated at orders from the government and handed to the victims’ relatives for burial.Later, hundreds of mourners attended the funerals of the victims in their home cities.Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Shari condemned the attack in a meeting with Oman’s ambassador in Islamabad.On Monday, gunmen…

US Still Main Donor to Islamic Afghanistan where Christianity is Banned Murad Makhumdov, Kanako Mita, and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times In Afghanistan, all apostates to Christianity and other non-Muslim faiths face prison or death due to the draconian nature of Sharia Islamic law. Despite this, America still spends vast sums on Afghanistan – despite the knowledge that this Islamic-led society enforces strict laws on apostates, bans Christianity, enforces strict laws on women, and other policies that have little in common with America. Hence, why is secular America the main donor and not individual Gulf Powers – or other…

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — At the corner of the Arabian Peninsula, Oman has long been seen as one of the safest — if reclusive — countries in the Middle East, spared militant violence that has struck elsewhere. An attack on a Shiite mosque in the capital this week that killed five worshippers shook that image and underscored the radical Islamic State group’s strategy of striking far and wide years after its defeat in Iraq and Syria. Omani police said Thursday that the three gunmen in the attack — who were killed in a subsequent gunfight — were Omani…

KUALA LUMPUR (July 18): Sarawak Consolidated Industries Bhd (KL:SCIB) said  it has secured Islamic banking facilities worth RM70 million from SME Bank.It includes a kalafah (bank guarantee) facility of RM15 million that is designated for issuing performance guarantees, the company said in a bourse filing on ThursdayThis facility, it said, is applicable to contracts awarded by entities such as the government, government-linked companies and government-linked investment companies.SCIB said the second facility is a revolving credit worth RM55 million designed to finance working capital requirements associated with contracts from the same types of awarding parties as kalafah.The company said the banking…

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 — Allegations of a giant network selling imported meat passed off as halal with the help of corrupt government officials from multiple agencies triggered widespread alarm in Muslim-majority Malaysia as 2020 wound to a close.In a country where beef, chicken and mutton rendang are relished by all races, but especially over 60 per cent of the 32 million population, the possibility of having consumed “fake” halal meat is a big deal.More so after news reports emerged that the meats sourced from abroad may have included kangaroo, horse and even pork. And that the practice had been…

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — At the corner of the Arabian Peninsula, Oman has long been seen as one of the safest — if reclusive — countries in the Middle East, spared militant violence that has struck elsewhere.An attack on a Shiite mosque in the capital this week that killed five worshippers shook that image and underscored the radical Islamic State group’s strategy of striking far and wide years after its defeat in Iraq and Syria.Omani police said Thursday that the three gunmen in the attack — who were killed in a subsequent gunfight — were Omani citizens, all brothers.…

Timur Kamaev, a prominent Imam from Russia’s republic of Tatarstan, found himself at the center of a nationwide scandal this week after releasing a video in which he appears to instruct believers on the proper ways to beat one’s wife.  Released on Monday as a part of the Tea With Hazrat podcast series, the original video has since been removed by its publisher — but this has done little to dispel the heated debate that spilled far beyond Russia’s Muslim community.  The Moscow Times has gathered everything you need to know about the controversy.  Who is Timur Kamaev?  Kamaev, 30,…