Invisible Heroes: Muslim Immigrants And Refugees In Our Community
1 day 2 hours ago
Maymuna is originally from Ghana and immigrated to the United States ten years ago. Her family had to remain behind. We first met when Maymuna knocked on my door one day. She had seen my name on the door and was proud that a Muslim woman lived and taught at the university. You would never […]
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Dr. Zeyneb Sayilgan
Russian Businesses Hire Gunners to Fight Ukrainian Drones
1 day 4 hours ago
As Ukrainian strikes reach industrial and logistics sites, Russian companies are leasing air-defense systems, developing counter-drone equipment and recruiting guards who can shoot down incoming drones.
Dodik Says Bosnian Serbs Should Not Live 'Under Muslim Rule'
1 day 7 hours ago
Milorad Dodik said Bosnian Serbs should no longer live “under Muslim rule,” questioned their place in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and attacked the Dayton power-sharing settlement.
US and China Agree to Cut Tariffs on $30B in Trade Each Way
1 day 7 hours ago
The agreement covers less sensitive goods traded in both directions, including U.S. agricultural and medical exports and Chinese toys and small appliances. The two governments also plan talks on artificial intelligence.
Thiel Says Trump is Surrounded by 'Not Very Smart' People
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Peter Thiel said loyalty tests had weakened Trump’s second administration. Turning to Germany, he blamed centrist parties for failing to build a broadly shared economic future.
Europe’s Far Right is Rising, but Power Remains a Test
1 day 8 hours ago
The AfD has won two eastern German state elections, the National Rally is preparing for France’s presidential race, and Reform UK remains competitive. Their prospects depend on very different electoral rules and political barriers.
Saudi Arabia Has Not Ruled Out Nuclear Weapons: US Intel
1 day 8 hours ago
A classified assessment shared with Congress says Riyadh has not excluded a weapons program, according to U.S. officials. Lawmakers are reviewing a civil nuclear deal that could eventually permit uranium enrichment of up to 20%.
Watchdog Probes CIA Officer Found With $40M in Gold
1 day 9 hours ago
The intelligence community’s inspector general is examining how the CIA vetted David Rush and the extent of his alleged misconduct after investigators found 303 gold bars at his home, according to two people familiar with the review.
Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire Proposal
1 day 9 hours ago
Trump has rejected a proposed seven-day pause that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for U.S. economic relief. Officials say he privately considers another bombing campaign likely after November’s midterms, though talks continue.
Netanyahu fails to flip genocidal reality
1 day 19 hours ago
Israeli prime minister targets popular New York City mayor during speech at UN General Assembly.
Michael F. Brown
Digging through memories and dangers to secure a livelihood from Gaza’s rubble
1 day 23 hours ago
Workers use sledgehammers to recover iron from concrete, for want of machinery, earning around $20 a day.
Fedaa al-Qedra
Amid UN circus, Gaza economy reduced to 58 cents per person per day
1 day 23 hours ago
Self-appointed saviors congratulate themselves while Israel keeps killing, blocking aid and planning Palestinians’ expulsion.
Ali Abunimah
Chinese Intelligence Helps Iran’s Strikes on US Targets
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U.S. intelligence assessments link imagery from Chinese groups to Iran’s improved targeting of military bases and ships, while officials remain divided over the extent of Beijing’s involvement.
How a Small Mountain Militia Now Threatens Red Sea Shipping
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Born in Yemen’s northern highlands, the Houthis now hold positions on the Red Sea coast and Perim Island. Their territorial gains, missile capabilities, and threats against Saudi vessels are raising the stakes at Bab el-Mandeb.
Mosques given £66m in emergency security funds after Southport disorder
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Exclusive: Full government funding figures ‘tell sombre story about rise in hostility that British Muslims live with’, trust says
A record £66m of emergency security funding was issued by the Home Office for mosques and related community sites in the UK when violent disorder spread in the aftermath of the Southport attacks in 2024.
Exclusive figures obtained by the Guardian also reveal a record of about £41m in security funding was issued for mosques and related community sites for the year from April 2025-26 as part of the protective security scheme.
Continue reading...Neha Gohil Midlands correspondent
Trump Gives Republicans Room to Dissent Ahead of Midterms
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With six weeks until the midterms, the White House is considering moves on fuel and beef prices while allowing vulnerable Republican candidates to distance themselves from some Trump policies.
Netanyahu Claims Israel Prevented Genocide in UN Address
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Benjamin Netanyahu used a combative UNGA address to reject genocide accusations, attack Türkiye and European leaders, defend Israel’s wars and condemn delegates who walked out as he took the podium.
Xi Urges US-China Restraint As Trump Hosts Lavish Visit
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Trump and Xi used a lavish White House state visit to stress dialogue and global stability as the two powers confront disputes over AI, trade, Iran and Taiwan.
Paradox Faces Backlash After Linking Atatürk to 1915 Events
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Hearts of Iron IV’s recent Steam rating fell to Overwhelmingly Negative after Turkish players protested a Discord ban and moderator remarks linking Mustafa Kemal Atatürk to the 1915 events.
Am I in the right place?
3 days 6 hours ago
After six months of online classes at the Islamic University of Gaza, I ventured to the campus for the first time.
Mohammed Al Ta'ban