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France bans halal slaughter weeks before Ramadan
France set to ban Halal meat slaughter which will be enforced in law from July 2021
Hijabi Muslim comedian breaking stereotypes
Fatiha El-Ghorri reveals how being visibly Muslim helps her play up to and break stereotypes
"You should read the Bible!" Muslims react to funny tweets
The internet is full of strange questions, stereotypes and comments about Muslims. Here are some you might laugh at
'I tried to convince a Muslim to convert to Christianity'
Jaime Brown shares her revert story where she tried to convince a Muslim to become Christian
RAMADAN
Why is Ramadan important to Muslims?
Ramadan is a time of forgiveness and reflection for Muslims, not just fasting for thirty days
When is Ramadan 2021? When is the sighting of the new moon?
Ramadan is the ninth and the holiest month in the Islamic calendar observed by all Muslims
Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan?
Ramadan is an important time for all Muslims as it is a month of reflection and fasting for thirty days
What are the different types of prayer in Ramadan?
A look at three types of prayers Muslims will typically partake in during the holy month of Ramadan
Forgiveness from Allah in Ramadan
Ramadan is an opportunity during this blessed month of reflection in regards to one's relationship with Allah (SWT)
Laylat Al-Qadr: the Night of Power
This is a holy night when the Quran was revealed with more blessings and importance than a thousand months
What is the Hijri Calendar exactly?
A definitive guide to the Islamic Hijri Calendar that is based on the lunar cycle with 29 or 30 days in each month
How to eat healthily during Ramadan
Eating a healthy and nutritious diet during Ramadan needn't be difficult, here's a guide to show you how.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2021?
Eid al-Fitr is a time of celebration and is one of the major celebrations in Islam at the end of Ramadan
WWE superstar Mustafa Ali prepares for Ramadan
Muslim WWE wrestler talks about how he readies himself for the holy month of Ramadan
What are the health benefits of fasting during Ramadan?
Muslims know about the blessings of fasting, but here we show the health benefits
Daughter of murdered father leads new campaign
The death of Mohammed Saleem has prompted inquiries over an official definition of Islamophobia
New charity to erect Muslim war memorials
A new charity aims to erect war memorials recognising Muslim contribution in the two world wars
Premier League match paused to break fast
A game between Leicester City and Crystal Palace paused to allow Muslim players observing Ramadan to break their fast
Muslim family served bacon in quarantine hotel
A MP said a Muslim family from Wycombe were served bacon while in hotel quarantine
NEWS
Taliban announces that women can be educated at all levels
Women in Afghanistan can continue with their education but under certain conditions
National Council of Canadian Muslims say Islamophobia 'systemic' since 9/11
Anti-Muslim attacks have soared dramatically in the last twenty years according to a new report
Sheffield man launches petition calling for more Muslim burial sites
The petition has more than 1200 signatories highlighting limited capacity for Muslim burial grounds
Extreme views among pupils are on the rise according to a study by University of London
The report stated that schools across England lack the resources to combat extremist views
Newcastle mayor met with Islamophobic abuse by youths throwing fireworks at mosque
The Islamophobic attack on the mosque was carried out on Saturday evening during salat
ADL issues apology for opposing mosque at site of Ground Zero
The apology comes ahead of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people
Muslims are a growing presence in US but are still viewed negatively
A study was conducted by the Pew Research Center, a nonpartisan fact-based think tank
Chipotle manager fired after taking off co-worker's hijab to see her hair
The manager of the US chain was fired and charges have been filed by CAIR
Sadiq Khan backs proposal for Muslim war memorial in London
The planned Muslim monument will be the first of its kind in the UK
Nurses in Singapore can wear hijab at work from November
The announcement was made during the National Day Rally by Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong
A Muslim car salesman was awarded £3,000 for religious harassment
A tribunal found that his treatment violated his dignity as a Muslim man in the workplace
Cyclists pedal for peace in war-torn Yemen
Cyclists aim to spread a message of peace in Yemen
Canadian police investigate mosque break-in near Toronto
This incident is the latest of a number of Islamophobic attacks in Canada
Teacher faces jail for running illegal Islamic private school
Nadia and her father were first convicted of running an unregistered school in September 2019
Disgust at 'Kabul Skydiving Club' t-shirts mocking Afghans falling from plane
TShirt At Low Price, the company behind the abhorrent t-shirts has been selling them online
Yemen currency clash deepens crisis in war-torn country
The riyal has different values in government controlled and Houthi parts of Yemen
Muslim cab driver loses case banning him from wearing shalwar kameez
The judge at the tribunal ruled against Ali as he was not an employee of the taxi firm
Forest fires in northern Morocco now under control
Morocco was the latest Mediterranean country to be hit by forest fires
Canada launches investigation into discrimination against Muslim charities
A report probes into biased processes which led to Muslim charities' licences being revoked
Death toll from Turkey's flash floods soars to 27
Floods occurred in the Black Sea region, just as 167 wildfires had been brought under control
Lebanon facing new fuel crisis
Lebanon faces a new crisis with the withdrawal of fuel subsidies
Australia moves into Islamic banking market worth A$250bn
Australia's growing Muslim population drives demand for Islamic banking services
Seven men found guilty of gunning down law student in Blackburn to serve 216 years
Aya Hachem was caught in the crossfire of a drive-by shooting between two feuding tyre companies
Report shows sharp rise in Islamophobia in US & Canada
The report from American advocacy group, CAIR details Islamophobic incidents in 2021
Turkey's 167 wildfires are now under control according to officials
The wildfires which devastated Turkey are the worst the nation has seen in decades
SNP Health Secretary accuses nursery of discrimination for rejecting his daughter based on her Muslim name
The SNP health secretary has filed a report against the nursery for not accepting his daughter
Severe floods cause death and destruction in Afghanistan
Flash flooding has caused death and destruction in a remote part of Afghanistan
Study points to Eat Out to Help Out scheme as risk factor in Muslim deaths
Professor Parvez Haris presented his dramatic findings of increased deaths amongst Bangladeshi and Pakistani communities
New York man charged with three Islamophobic attacks in five weeks
A 30-year old man has been arrested and charged with hate crimes in New York.
Crawley councillors vote against an Islamic School proposal by a single vote
The vote was tied at five votes each for and against which left a Conservative councillor with the deciding vote.
Abu Dhabi donor pledges $10m towards Christchurch Mosque rebuild
The Abu Dhabi based donors are known for funding buildings worldwide
France passes Islamophobic anti-separatism bill
The new bill has been widely condemned by the Muslim community
UNESCO expresses "grave concerns" over changes to Istanbul's Hagia Sophia
Turkey rejects UNESCO's 'biased, unfair' concerns
Christchurch attack film on hold due to backlash from Muslims
A script leaked to the public has led to production of the film's being suspended
Defeat for Tommy Robinson in libel case brought by Syrian schoolboy
The EDL founder had made false claims about a Huddersfield school boy who was in fact the victim of bullying.
Female guards appointed in Makkah for the first time
This is the latest step in reforms for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ben & Jerry's to stop selling ice cream in occupied Palestinian territories
Ice cream makers took the decision saying it is inconsistent with their values
Australian report shows 80% of Muslims have experienced discrimination
The report, entitled 'Sharing the Experiences of Australian Muslims', will be released this week
BBC's Jason Mohammad talks about being a role model for Muslims
The Welsh sports presenter made it in journalism the hard way
#TheThreeHijabis petition reaches over a million signatures
The petition to kick racists out of football has reached over a million signatures
EU Court rules hijab can be banned at work
The court ruled that employers could ban religious garments if certain conditions are met
Dr Abdul Muhsin Khan passes away at 97
Dr Abdul Muhsin Khan was the first person to translate the Quran into English
Oldham Councillor, Arooj Shah, targeted in arson attack
Shah was targeted in an arson attack in the early hours of Tuesday morning
Hijabs on sale for the first time at major US retailer
Henna and Hijabs have their garments retailing at $45 at 16 Nordstrom stores across America
Gary Neville slams Boris Johnson for 'promoting racism'
The football pundit spoke in response to Boris Johnson's tweet
Legendary Bollywood actor Yusuf Khan dies at 98
Better known by his stage name Dilip Kumar, he was laid to rest on Wednesday
Announcement: 11th July 2021 will be 1st day of Dhul Hijjah 1442 AH
Islam Channel has the pleasure of announcing that the crescent moon has not been sighted
Mosque in Spain vandalised in latest spate of Islamophobic attacks
A mosque was attacked in the Spanish region of Murcia
Trevor Phillips reinstated into Labour Party despite Islamophobic comments
The anti-racism campaigner was temporarily suspended from the Labour Party in March 2020
What is the importance of Dhul Hijjah?
What is the significance of 'the best 10 days' in the Islamic calendar
Muslim institute vandalised with anti-Muslim slurs in France
The incident is the latest in Islamophobic attacks in France
Labour's Kim Leadbeater wins Batley and Spen by-election
Sister of murdered MP Jo Cox wins by 323 votes ahead of her Conservative opponent
New report highlights discrimination against India's Muslims
A new survey shows Muslims face discrimination in India
11-year-old referred to Prevent after teacher mistook ‘alms’ for ‘arms’
A teacher referred a child to Prevent, who said he would ‘give alms to the oppressed’
Report shows rise in Islamophobia in Scotland
A new report details a sharp rise in Islamophobic cases in Scottish society
Canadian sisters victims of violent Islamophobic attack
Muslim sisters were brutally attacked in Edmonton, Alberta
UEFA to stop putting alcohol in front of Muslim players
The new measure is welcomed following Pogba's removal of alcohol from a recent press conference
Keir Starmer: 'We will not take Muslim vote for granted'
The Labour leader writes an open letter to the Muslim community a week before a by-election
Batley & Spen by-election: will ‘the Muslim vote’ decide?
Voters will head to the polls on July 1 to choose their next MP
Muslims under-represented in European parliaments
A study shows political representation of Muslim minorities varies significantly across 26 European countries
Indonesians shun banks for Islamic finance services
Islamic banking is a growing trend in the world's most populous Muslim nation
Sri Lankan military launches investigation into treatment of Muslims
Social media posts have shown soldiers forcing Muslims to kneel in the street
Canadian police investigating new attack on Muslim woman
A Somali woman wearing a hijab, was attacked in Edmonton, Alberta
Calls for Labour to act after Islamophobic briefing
A 'senior Labour official' made Islamophobic comments in the Mail.
Hilton urged not to build hotel on site of Uyghur mosque
Hotel chain urged to 'stand on the right side of history'
Saudi Arabia allows women to attend Hajj without a male guardian
The new ruling allows women to perform Hajj without male guardian
Staff call for University of Manchester to cut Tel Aviv ties
Staff members call for the university to support Palestinians.
Saudi Arabia restricts visitors to Hajj due to Covid-19
The Kingdom places a limit of 60,000 pilgrims for its citizens and residents for 2021
US meat processor to pay out $5.5m for anti-Muslim discrimination
The settlement payout is in response to the harassment and racist treatment of Muslim employees
New report highlights severe lack of Muslim representation in film
A report, co-authored by Riz Ahmed, shows shocking lack of Muslim characters in film
Daily Mail mocked for claiming Manchester suburb is 'no go area'
The Mail uses new book 'Among the Mosques' to make claims about Didsbury
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau confirms Islamophobia exists in Canada
The Canadian Prime Minister took to video to confirm that Islamophobia exists in Canada
Islamophobic attack in Canada kills four and injures child
A man has been charged with killing four members of a family in a racially motivated attack
Dramatic increase in number of new mosques in US
Recent report shows over 30% increase in number of US mosques in past decade
"Islam map" causes outrage in Austria
Groups in Austria are outraged by a controversial 'Islam Map' listing mosques and Muslim associations.
The Times publishes four false claims about Muslims in 17 months
The Times have published several libellous articles about Muslims in the last year and a half
Billionaire Issa brothers create 300 jobs for young people
Mohsin and Zubair Issa participate in scheme to reduce unemployment amongst young people.
Hina Bokhari interview: one of the first Muslim women on the London Assembly
Hina Bokhari talks about her motivation to enter politics.
Investigation into Tory party reveals: 68% of complaints about anti-Muslim discrimination
The results of an investigation into Islamophobia in the Conservative Party have been published
Britain protests: UK's largest ever pro-Palestine rally
Britain's biggest pro-Palestine rally in history took place on Saturday
Israel continues its oppression of Palestinians despite ceasefire
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has commenced after 11 days of Israeli attacks.
Oldham chooses first female Muslim leader
Arooj Shah is the first female Muslim leader to take charge of a council in the north of England
Over 1 million UK viewers in first 2 weeks of Ramadan
Latest BARB figures show record viewer figures for Islam Channel
East London mosque pelted in Islamophobic attack
Muslims praying Taraweeh in an East London mosque were pelted with eggs and stones
American Airlines CEO fasts for a day during Ramadan
American Airlines CEO describes why he decided to fast to empathise with Muslim employees
London Mayor: what do the candidates offer Muslim voters?
We checked the main parties' manifestos to see what they offer London's Muslim community.
Lancashire school apologises for serving ice cream containing gelatine
A school in Blackburn apologises for serving Muslim children ice cream containing gelatine
US police officers can now wear hijab on duty
Female Muslim police officers in New Jersey can wear the hijab at work
NBA Star Kyrie Irving reverts to Islam
NBA star Kyrie Irving confirms rumours he has reverted to Islam and is fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.
Shaun Bailey seeks vital Muslim vote in mayoral election
Shaun Bailey, Conservative candidate for London mayor, explains why Muslims should vote for him
Issa brothers set to purchase Leon restaurant chain
Blackburn-born brothers Mohsin and Zuber Issa are poised to purchase healthy food chain located in the UK and Europe
Muslim women share stories in response to hijab ban
Muslims around the world share photos and videos in protest to the hijab ban that the French Senate voted in favour of
Billionaire Muslim brothers plan to build £5M approved
Billionaire brothers plan to build a £5m mosque in Blackburn approved despite objections from local residents
Barack Obamas Kenyan Muslim grandmother' dies aged 99
The grandmother of the former US President Sarah Onyango Obama, a Kenyan educator and philanthropist dies at 99
VIRAL
Listen to Morgan Freeman attempt the adhan in Cairo
Hollywood actor Morgan Freeman attempts the adhan in Cairo for National Geographic documentary
Dave Chapelle found Islam in a pizza shop
Comedian Dave Chappelle found Islam 30 years ago at a pizza shop in Washington DC as revealed in a Netflix documentary
Turkish Muslim viral baker can turn anything into cake
Viral baker Tuba Geckil shares her hyper-realistic cakes of every object under the sun
Joe Biden quotes hadith from Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
The Hadith quote came in response to Biden's commitment to lift the Muslim ban on his first day in office as President
LIFESTYLE
Muslim model Halima Aden contemplates return to fashion
The Somali model with over a million Instagram followers hints at a return to fashion
Idris Elba condemns Gaza attacks in Instagram post
Film actor takes to Instagram condemning the massacre in Gaza
Peaceophobia: a new Bradford play about Muslim men and cars
The play is set in a Bradford car park and tackles the subjects of Islam, faith and cars
Former Indonesian cleric helps small investors via social media
Small investors in Indonesia keep an eye on Mansur's stock tips via his social media channels
Sweaty Betty launch new sports hijab
Sweaty Betty launches a new line of active hijabwear to empower Muslim women through fitness
Interview: Abtaha Maqsood, cricket's hijabi role model
The hijabi bowler sat down for an interview with Islam Channel to talk about cricket and Islam
Who was Muslim astronomer Mariam al-Asturlabi?
A story about the female astronomer who mastered the reading of the stars in the 10th century
TFL worker, Rizwan Javed, saves 29 lives
A rail worker who has saved 29 lives speaks exclusively on Living The Life
Wimbledon running club praised for bringing Muslimah community together
The South London running club was established to help more Muslimahs to keep fit
Britain's Got Talent star takes part in Celebrity Masterchef
Nabil Abdulrashid is one of 20 famous people to take part in this year's Celebrity Masterchef
Cambridge Central Mosque picks up multiple awards from RIBA
The mosque won three awards for its design which was described by the jury as 'exemplary'
The tech companies providing virtual Hajj experiences
Digital solutions are on offer for Muslims unable to make Hajj during the pandemic
Muslim barrister develops hijabs for court
Two junior barristers in the UK have launched a range of court hijabs for Muslim women
With England reaching the Euro 2020 final, here's why we support Southgate's England
Gareth Southgate and his team have made it easier for minorities to openly support England.
Muslim model Halima Aden returns to design clothes for modest fashion brand
Aden returns to the fashion industry ass a designer for Turkish brand, Modanisa
Making golf halal - the Muslim Golf Association
The Muslim Golf Association is tackling the lack of diversity in the elite sport
Cambridge Central Mosque shortlisted for prestigious RIBA Stirling Prize
The mosque has been listed as one of the UK's best six new buildings
Interview: translating the Quran to Rohingya
An interview with Muhammad Noor who has translated the Quran for the marginalised Rohingya people
Interview: Razan Alsous - from refugee to award winning cheesemaker
Razan spoke to Islam Channel to talk about her inspirational story
Hijabi model to become editor of Vogue Scandinavia
The new Vogue editor Rawdah Mohamed was behind the #handsoffmyhijab campaign, going viral across social media
New for kids on Islam Channel: Aya and Yusuf
Meet Aya and Yusuf, in a cartoon inspired by Islamic values, daily at 7am on IC Kids on Islam Channel.
Hijabi sportswomen, Syeed and Mellah, provide role models for next generation
Successful sportswomen, Saffiyah Syeed and Khadijah Mellah, inspire the next generation
Top 10 Muslim footballers to watch in Euro 2020
Some of the Muslim footballers to keep an eye out for in the forthcoming Euros.
Tasmania fundraises for new mosque for growing Muslim population
The island state only has one mosque, situated in Hobart
Muslim-run horse riding school brings together local community
Imran Atcha set up the school to encourage children to learn about them as part of their heritage
Inside the world's first Muslim ballet school
Offering ballet to poetry provides a new opportunity for Muslim girls.
Ms Marvel Important for Muslim Representation in Hollywood
Why comic franchise Marvel's Ms. Marvel is important for Muslim representation in Hollywood
Cyclists given heroes' welcome after raising £50,000 for mosque
The money raised will go towards a new mosque in Blackburn
Travel writer quits teaching job to explore Europe
Tharik Hussain is a travel writer who left his full-time teaching job to explore Europe’s forgotten Muslims
Muslim Girls Fence: a new sporting opportunity
A new collaboration between the charity Maslaha and British Fencing to encourage Muslim girls to try the sport
‘Terrorism has no religion’: hard-hitting video released
British filmmaker, Rizwan Wadan, uses his skills to change perceptions of Muslims
TikTok Giving Muslims visibility Hollywood Can't
Anhar Karim, an Entertainment reporter reveals how Muslim TikTokers are redefining the platform
Dutch Muslim artist creates a niqab from face masks
A Muslim art director at an ad agency in Amsterdam uses face masks to protest against the Netherlands's niqab ban
Hindu calligrapher's art is in over 200 Indian mosques
Over a 30-year career Anil Kumar Chowhan has painted in over 200 mosques in India
New report forecasts travel recovery by 2023
Global Muslim Travel Index 2021 details effects of Covid-19 on international travel
HISTORY
The First British Revert Woman to go to Hajj
This is the story of the first British-born revert woman who made the pilgrimage to Hajj in 1933
The First Flying Human was a Muslim Engineer
Abbas ibn Farnas, the 9th century engineer is considered the first human to fly using a pair of wings
Were Cameras Invented 1000 Years Ago by a Muslim?
The father of modern optics, Hasan Ibn al-Haytham invented the world's first camera over 1000 years ago
COMEDY
"Why don't you go back to Ramadam" Muslims React to Funny Tweets
In a special Ramadan edition of Musconceptions, the cast see the funny side of being told to go back to "Ramadam"
"You're a fake Muslim!" Muslims react to funny tweets
In another episode of Musconceptions, the cast hilariously respond to tweets such as 'You're A Fake Muslim'
"Why are you not covered up?!" Muslims react to funny tweets
With gags galore, the Musconceptions team are back again responding to the notions people have about Islam
REVERTS
Is Lindsay Lohan Muslim? Did she revert to Islam?
Has the Hollywood actress reverted to Islam? We share our thoughts on the rumours
'I tried to convince a Muslim to convert to Christianity'
Jaime Brown shares her revert story where she tried to convince a Muslim to become Christian
"I would have been dead if it wasn't for Islam"
Nailah Edwards shares her story of how reverting to Islam in 2011 may well have saved her life
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