Zohran Mamdani is running to be New York mayor. How his Muslim faith stirred the race.

Zohran Mamdani is running to be New York mayor. How his Muslim faith stirred the race.

Four Candidates Respond to Democratic Primary Invitation NEW YORK (RNS) — On June 5, at the historic Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York’s mayoral candidates were invited by an interfaith panel of religious leaders to discuss their visions for the city and its religious communities. Only four candidates of the June 24 Democratic […]

Happy Eid-ul-Adha 2025

Eid Mubarak 2025

Embracing the Spirit of Sacrifice and Gratitude Happy Eid‑ul‑Adha 2025 marks one of the holiest celebrations in the Islamic calendar, honoring Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering faith and ultimate act of devotion. This year, many across the globe—including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the USA—will begin festivities on the evening of June 6, 2025, while countries like […]

‘Queens of Islam’ tells stories of historic, forgotten Muslim women rulers

‘Queens of Islam’ tells stories of historic, forgotten Muslim women rulers

Upcoming Book Challenges Stereotypes of Muslim Women Through Historical Narratives (RNS) — In “Queens of Islam: The Muslim World’s Historic Women Rulers,” journalist Tom Verde shares stories of 15 Muslim women rulers, dating back to the early Islamic era through the 17th century. The book, which comes out on July 22 and is published by […]

Man convicted in London for Quran desecration during protest

Man convicted in London for Quran desecration during protest

Turkish-Born Man Convicted for Quran Desecration in London A London court has convicted a Turkish-born man of a religiously aggravated public order offence after he desecrated a copy of the Quran outside the Turkish consulate earlier this year. Hamit Coskun, 50, shouted “Islam is a religion of terrorism” while setting fire to the holy book […]

As a Muslim, I believe inclusion means everyone

As a Muslim, I believe inclusion means everyone

2023 Protests Against Inclusive School Curricula in U.S. Suburbs In 2023, out of the blue, there was an eruption of protests from parents about public school curricula in Montgomery County, Maryland; in Glendale, California (a suburb of Los Angeles); and in Detroit. They were protesting the inclusive nature of the public school curricula, which depicted […]

Eid al-Fitr vs. Eid al-Adha: What’s the Difference?

Eid al-Fitr vs. Eid al-Adha: What’s the Difference?

The Cultural and Social Significance of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are two of the most sacred and important holidays celebrated by Muslims all over the world. Growing up in a middle-class family in Iran, we weren’t religiously observant, but at the same time these holidays played an important part […]

Khabib Nurmagomedov has big praise for UFC champion Belal Muhammad

Khabib Nurmagomedov has big praise for UFC champion Belal Muhammad

UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov has big praise for reigning UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad As we know, the reigning 170-pound champion of the world is Belal Muhammad. He earned that title by dethroning Leon Edwards, and doing so in convincing fashion. As we look ahead to the immediate future, the champ faces a new challenge […]