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The Quran Burning Heard 'Round the World

July 10th, 2023

Free speech, hatred, or both? A man in Sweden ignited international outrage when he burned a copy of the Quran outside a Stockholm mosque during a holy Islamic holiday. Do such actions fall under free speech?

Political & Religious Controversy 179 Comments

Muslim Student Refuses to Shake Hands With Female Principal

June 29th, 2023

Video of a Muslim student refusing to shake hands with his female principal at a high school graduation ceremony in Norway is making the rounds on social media, reigniting the debate on Muslim and western values.

Political & Religious Controversy 124 Comments

Muslim Wrestlers Allege Discrimination Over Modesty Rules

May 4th, 2023

In the world of athletics - and particularly wrestling - Muslim athletes are often forced to choose between honoring their Islamic faith and even being allowed to compete.

Political & Religious Controversy 27 Comments

What Is Ramadan and How Is It Celebrated?

March 23rd, 2023

Ramadan is currently being celebrated by the world's nearly two billion Muslims. It is a monthlong spiritual celebration of Muslim values, and is observed by fasting from food and drink sunup to sundown.

ULC Minister Training & Education 53 Comments

Muslim City Council Legalizes Animal Sacrifice as PETA Fumes

January 13th, 2023

A Michigan city voted to allow residents to legally sacrifice animals for religious purposes. Many residents called it a victory for religious freedom, but critics haven’t been shy in speaking out against the policy.

Political & Religious Controversy 104 Comments

Muslim, Jewish Firefighters Sue Over Facial Hair Policy

December 2nd, 2022

Should Muslim and Jewish firefighters be forced to keep their faces clean, even though their faith requires they wear beards? A group of firefighters is suing over a policy they say violated their freedom of religion.

Political & Religious Controversy 72 Comments

Muslim Protesters Shut Down School Board Meeting Over LGBTQ Books

October 13th, 2022

A large group of conservative Muslim parents in the Dearborn, Michigan community took over a school board meeting and ultimately got it shut down in protest of LGBTQ books in Dearborn's school libraries.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 63 Comments

Burkini War Rages On as France Bans Muslim Swimwear From Public Pools

June 30th, 2022

A French town just banned burkinis in public pools, citing the country's secular principles. Burkinis are full-coverage swimsuits commonly worn by Muslim women to retain modesty. Is a burkini ban discrimination?

Political & Religious Controversy 64 Comments

What is Ramadan? Islamic Holy Month Begins Amidst COVID Restrictions

April 15th, 2021

Tuesday, April 13th marks the start of Islam's holiest month - Ramadan. The month long holiday focuses on fasting, prayer, and spirituality, but many Westerners may not be aware of what it is or why Muslims celebrate it.

Uncategorized 15 Comments

Nude Models Arrested in Dubai for Disobeying Sharia Law

April 8th, 2021

A dozen women (and counting) were arrested in Dubai over the weekend following a nude photography session on their hotel balcony. The UAE follows Sharia law, which forbids, among other things, public indecency.

Political & Religious Controversy 92 Comments

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