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politics28 days ago•6 min saved

GOP Islamophobia Posts Trigger Tensions in Congress

Several Republican lawmakers posted Islamophobic statements on social media amid tensions with Iran and recent U.S. attacks, stoking friction within Congress as Democrats push for discipline and GOP leaders largely avoid sanction. Speaker Mike Johnson says the rhetoric is inappropriate but has not punished the members, while a censure resolution has been filed against one representative, reflecting a broader clash over how to respond to anti-Muslim rhetoric.

via NBC News|

#congress #islam #islamophobia

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Ogles’s anti-Muslim post sparks backlash and fuels GOP Islamophobia scrutiny

Rep. Andrew Ogles posted on X that Muslims don’t belong in American society, drawing swift condemnation from Democrats and highlighting a broader pattern of Islamophobic rhetoric among GOP lawmakers. The remarks surfaced as Republicans gathered for their policy retreat, and they come amid calls to denounce anti-Muslim posts and pursue related policies. An analysis by The Washington Post found nearly 100 GOP members have posted about Islam or Muslims this year, mostly negative content, illustrating the party’s trending rhetoric on the topic.

via The Washington Post|

#congress #gop #islam

crime-and-public-safety1 month ago•4 min saved

Austin bar shooter tied to antisemitic, anti-Christian and misogynistic social posts, investigators say

Investigators say Ndiaga Diagne, the Austin shooter, left behind inflammatory social posts—including antisemitic, anti-Christian and misogynistic content—on an X account linked to him. Some posts referenced Iran and Islam, and he wore a shirt and carried a Quran tied to Iran during the attack. While no posts indicated an attack plan, the gunman had mental-health history and earlier arrests; three people were killed and over a dozen wounded in the rampage in Austin.

via CBS News|

#antisemitism #crime-and-public-safety #islam

history1 month ago•8 min saved

When a Victorian Lord Embraced Islam and Joined the Lords

Victorian aristocrat Lord Henry Stanley converted to Islam in 1859 and became Britain’s first Muslim member of the House of Lords in 1869; his private letters hint at spiritual doubt and disillusionment with imperial aims, he married under Islamic law in Algeria, funded Islamic-inspired church windows in Anglesey, and died in 1903 during Ramadan, with historians now reassessing his legacy.

via BBC|

#aristocracy #conversion #history

education3 months ago•2 min saved

Teachers Banned for Controversial and False Claims about Historical and Religious Figures

Teacher Patrick Lawler, who expressed extremist views and made offensive comments about Islam and others, has been banned from teaching indefinitely after a disciplinary hearing found him guilty of professional misconduct and bringing the profession into disrepute, citing his involvement with far-right groups and inappropriate classroom behavior.

via BBC|

#bbc-investigation #education #far-right-views

world3 months ago•4 min saved

Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC Mayor Amid Progressive Expectations

Zohran Mamdani will be inaugurated as NYC's mayor using a Quran, marking historic firsts for the city as the first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor, with the Quran symbolizing the city's diverse Muslim community. The ceremony highlights cultural diversity and faith, amid some controversy and support for increased understanding of Islamic history in New York.

via ABC7 New York|

#historic-firsts #islam #nyc

education3 months ago•4 min saved

Teacher Criticized Islam and Mentioned Cocaine in Class

A teacher named Patrick Lawler was found guilty of professional misconduct for expressing extremist views, including calling Islam 'satanic', discussing cocaine inappropriately, and sharing far-right opinions, leading to potential disrepute for the teaching profession.

via BBC|

#drug-discussion #education #far-right-views

world10 months ago•4 min saved

Islam's Rapid Growth and Shifts in Global Religious Demographics

A Pew Research Center study shows that Islam is the fastest-growing religion globally, mainly due to natural demographic growth, with Muslims increasing by 347 million over a decade, while Christianity remains the largest religion but is declining slightly, and the religiously unaffiliated are the third largest group.

via NPR|

#demographics #global-religion #islam

world10 months ago•3 min saved

Islam's Rapid Growth Outpaces Christianity and Other Religions

A Pew Research Center report shows that while Christianity remains the largest religion globally, its share has decreased due to disaffiliation, whereas Islam is the fastest-growing major religion, driven by a younger population and higher fertility rates, leading to a convergence in the size of these two religions.

via The Washington Post|

#christianity #demographics #islam

religion2 years ago•4 min saved

"Eid al-Fitr 2024: Global Celebrations and Moon Sighting"

Eid al-Fitr is a significant Islamic festival celebrated twice a year, marking the end of Ramadan and the Hajj pilgrimage. It involves special prayers, greetings, sweet dishes, gift-giving, and acts of forgiveness. Eid al-Adha, the "feast of the sacrifice," commemorates Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son. Both festivals vary in celebration practices across different countries and are based on the lunar Islamic calendar. Eid al-Fitr is also a time for charity and reflection on Allah's provision of strength and endurance.

via CBS News|

#celebration #eid-al-fitr #islam

religion2 years ago•5 min saved

"Religious Responses and Safety Tips: Navigating Solar Eclipses"

Solar eclipses have historically evoked awe and dread in various religions, with beliefs ranging from auspicious days for spiritual practice in Tibetan Buddhism to signs of the "end times" in Christianity. In Hinduism, eclipses are seen as bad omens, leading to fasting, ritual bathing, and prayer. In Islam, a solar eclipse is a time for prayer and turning to God, while Judaism views eclipses as ill omens and opportunities for introspection.

via The Associated Press|

#buddhism #christianity #hinduism

world2 years ago•3 min saved

"Gambia Considers Reversing Female Genital Mutilation Ban"

Lawmakers in Gambia are set to vote on a bill that seeks to repeal the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), potentially making the country the first to reverse such a prohibition. The practice, which involves the partial or full removal of external genitalia, is widely performed on young girls in parts of Africa and is incorrectly believed to control women's sexuality. The bill is backed by religious conservatives and aims to uphold religious purity and cultural norms, but activists fear it could lead to the erosion of other laws safeguarding women's rights. The United States has supported activists opposing the practice, and the bill has sparked protests outside Gambia's parliament. If passed, the bill is expected to be signed into law by President Adama Barrow.

via CBS News|

#female-genital-mutilation #fgm #gambia

world2 years ago•4 min saved

"India's Controversial Citizenship Law: Excluding Muslims and Polarizing Accusations"

India's government has implemented a controversial citizenship law that singles out Muslims, drawing accusations of polarization ahead of general elections. The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) paves the way for non-Muslims who fled religious persecution in neighboring countries to become Indian citizens, but excludes Muslims. Critics argue that the law violates India's secular principles and could be used in conjunction with a proposed National Register of Citizens (NRC) to marginalize or disown Indian Muslims. The move has sparked protests and accusations of deliberate polarization by opposition parties and activists.

via CBS News|

#citizenship-amendment-act #immigration #india

religion-middle-east2 years ago•2 min saved

Ramadan 2024: Global Observance and Start Date Explained

The start date of Ramadan varies from country to country due to the sighting of the new moon by local Islamic authorities, marking the beginning of the ninth month in the traditional Hijri calendar. Factors such as observation methods and weather conditions contribute to the variation, leading to countries like Saudi Arabia and Oman beginning Ramadan about 24 hours apart. In Southeast Asia, several countries will observe Ramadan from Tuesday, providing extra preparation time for millions of Muslims in the region.

via The New York Times|

#crescent-moon #hijri-calendar #islam

religion-and-culture2 years ago•4 min saved

"Ramadan 2024: Observing the Muslim Month of Fasting Worldwide"

The crescent moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia, marking the start of Ramadan for many Muslims, who will begin fasting on Monday. However, some Asia-Pacific countries will start fasting on Tuesday. This year's Ramadan comes amid the Israel-Hamas war, with concerns that the conflict may spark unrest beyond current borders. Muslims around the world are preparing for a month of religious reflection, family gatherings, and giving, while also facing challenges such as inflation and high food prices.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#islam #middle-east #moon-sighting