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27-Year-Old Built 12M-Follower Muslim News Platform
Community HeroesJun 2

27-Year-Old Built 12M-Follower Muslim News Platform

Ameer Al-Khatahtbeh turned a college project into @Muslim, now reaching 12 million followers across platforms with digestible news for Muslim communities worldwide. What started as a response to Trump's Muslim ban became the go-to source for Muslim-centered journalism.

Wired3 min read
UK Muslims Celebrate Eid Al Fitr on March 20
Global NewsMar 18

UK Muslims Celebrate Eid Al Fitr on March 20

Muslims across the United Kingdom will gather on March 20 to celebrate Eid Al Fitr, marking the joyful end of Ramadan with prayers, family gatherings, and festive meals. The celebration showcases the rich cultural diversity of Britain's Muslim communities through food, traditions, and shared joy.

Morocco World News2 min read
South Africa Ends Unequal Treatment of Muslim Marriages
SolutionsMar 19

South Africa Ends Unequal Treatment of Muslim Marriages

Muslim marriage officers in South Africa will no longer face renewal requirements that other religious leaders don't have to meet. The reform ends a decades-old inequality and comes just months after the country issued its first marriage certificates recognizing Muslim unions.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Baptist Minister and Muslim Advocate Unite in Texas
Acts of KindnessApr 24

Baptist Minister and Muslim Advocate Unite in Texas

A Christian minister and Muslim civil rights worker in Texas are showing their state what interfaith friendship looks like. Their powerful message about shared values comes as anti-Muslim rhetoric rises in their community.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Texas Baptist and Muslim Leaders Unite Against Hate
Acts of KindnessApr 24

Texas Baptist and Muslim Leaders Unite Against Hate

A Baptist minister and Muslim civil rights advocate in Texas are showing how friendship across faiths can overcome prejudice. Their message of shared values comes as anti-Muslim sentiment rises in the state.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Germany's 4.7M Muslims to Celebrate Eid Al Fitr March 20
Global NewsMar 19

Germany's 4.7M Muslims to Celebrate Eid Al Fitr March 20

Millions of Muslims across Germany will gather on March 20, 2026, to celebrate Eid Al Fitr, marking the joyful end of Ramadan's holy month of fasting. The nationwide celebration highlights the vibrant Muslim community that makes Islam Germany's second-largest religion.

Morocco World News2 min read
Mohamed Salah Changes How Britain Sees Muslims
Community HeroesApr 2

Mohamed Salah Changes How Britain Sees Muslims

Liverpool's Egyptian star Mohamed Salah has done more than score goals over nearly a decade. His presence has measurably reduced hate crimes and transformed perceptions of Muslims across Britain.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
India's Queer Food Books Celebrate Identity Through Recipes
Global NewsApr 12

India's Queer Food Books Celebrate Identity Through Recipes

A new wave of Indian books explores how LGBTQ+ individuals find belonging and express identity through cooking and kitchen spaces. These stories reveal how food becomes a language of acceptance and self-discovery.

The Hindu1 min read
This Foundation Trained 1,200 Muslim Women for Leadership
Community HeroesJun 3

This Foundation Trained 1,200 Muslim Women for Leadership

When Dr. Ruha Shadab saw her patients powerless to make their own healthcare choices, she created a foundation that's now helping hundreds of Indian Muslim women break barriers. In just five years, Led By Foundation has trained over 1,200 women and sparked a movement.

Stanford Social Innovation3 min read
Atheist Poet's Ode to Muslim Husband Brings Millions to Tears
Acts of KindnessJul 22

Atheist Poet's Ode to Muslim Husband Brings Millions to Tears

An atheist woman wrote two stunning poems about her marriage to a Muslim man, capturing how love flourishes across different beliefs. Her words about faith, respect, and devotion are resonating with millions who rarely see interfaith relationships portrayed so beautifully.

Upworthy3 min read
Ethiopian Women Change Identity for Safety at Work
Global NewsJan 19

Ethiopian Women Change Identity for Safety at Work

When Ethiopian women get their first formal job, some switch the ethnicity they report to strangers just to stay safe during their commute. A groundbreaking study reveals how women navigate dangerous ethnic tensions by strategically adjusting their identity in public spaces.

Phys.org2 min read
Rabbis Bridge Muslim-Jewish Communities Across 30 Nations
Acts of KindnessJul 24

Rabbis Bridge Muslim-Jewish Communities Across 30 Nations

Jewish leaders from Iran to Morocco are building trust across religious lines in Muslim-majority countries, and their decades of experience could teach Europe new lessons in coexistence. The Alliance of Rabbis in Islamic States met with EU commissioners in Brussels to share practical wisdom from communities that have navigated interfaith life for centuries.

Euronews3 min read
Nigerian Artist Explores Identity in Paris Exhibition
Daily MixApr 23

Nigerian Artist Explores Identity in Paris Exhibition

Nigerian artist Eniwaye Oluwaseyi is showcasing deeply personal work across Paris and Luxembourg that celebrates cultural roots and belonging. His double exhibition "Buried roots up in the air" uses multi-layered compositions to explore memory and identity.

France 24 English2 min read
Australia's Muslims Unite During Eid Despite Global Worry
Acts of KindnessMar 22

Australia's Muslims Unite During Eid Despite Global Worry

Over 800,000 Australian Muslims celebrated Eid al-Fitr with family traditions and community prayers, while their leaders called for peace and unity. Australia pledged $5 million in humanitarian aid for families affected by Middle East conflict.

SBS Australia2 min read
Minnesota Muslims Find Hope as Ramadan Brings Community Together
Acts of KindnessFeb 19

Minnesota Muslims Find Hope as Ramadan Brings Community Together

After months of heightened immigration enforcement in Minnesota, the Muslim community is entering Ramadan with renewed solidarity and support from neighbors across the state. Local leaders are celebrating resilience through prayer, potlucks, and peaceful gatherings.

Good Good Good2 min read
Nigerian Muslims Mark Eid With Ram Donations, Peace Calls
Acts of KindnessMay 26

Nigerian Muslims Mark Eid With Ram Donations, Peace Calls

A major Nigerian Muslim organization celebrated Eid al-Adha by distributing rams and cash to families across multiple communities while calling for unity during challenging times. The group also provided support to over two million pilgrims gathering in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj.

Google News - Unity Celebration2 min read
UK Muslims Pass Moon Spotting Tradition to Next Generation
Acts of KindnessMar 20

UK Muslims Pass Moon Spotting Tradition to Next Generation

Families gathered on a hilltop in Yorkshire to teach children the centuries-old Islamic practice of sighting the crescent moon to mark Eid. The grassroots movement is growing as communities work to unite British Muslims under one calendar.

BBC Science3 min read
Nigeria Launches Portal to Stop Phone Number Identity Fraud
SolutionsFeb 27

Nigeria Launches Portal to Stop Phone Number Identity Fraud

Nigeria's telecom regulator created a new system to protect people from fraud when phone numbers get reassigned. The portal will help prevent identity theft tied to recycled SIM cards across banking, social media, and government services.

TechCabal3 min read
5 Apps Helping 180M Muslims Navigate Ramadan With Joy
InnovationFeb 19

5 Apps Helping 180M Muslims Navigate Ramadan With Joy

As Ramadan 2026 begins, millions of Muslims worldwide are using faith-driven apps to strengthen their spiritual practice during Islam's holiest month. From AI-powered Quran recitation to prayer-based productivity tools, technology is helping believers stay consistent with fasting, prayer, and community connection.

TechCabal3 min read
Muslims Celebrate Eid ul-Fitr With Unity Across the Globe
Global NewsMar 18

Muslims Celebrate Eid ul-Fitr With Unity Across the Globe

Despite global challenges, Muslims worldwide are coming together to celebrate Eid ul-Fitr with prayers, family gatherings, and cherished traditions. From Indonesia's mass homecomings to Malaysia's open house celebrations, the holiday showcases cultural diversity and resilience.

Google News - Unity Celebration2 min read

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