World May 25 Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns By Baraa Anwer, Mariam Fam, Associated Press
World May 22 What to know about the Hajj, Eid al-Adha and their significance to Muslims around the world Once a year, large numbers of Muslim pilgrims converge in Saudi Arabia, uniting in religious rituals and acts of worship as they perform the Hajj. By Mariam Fam, Associated Press
World May 18 Watch 9:26 Bengali Muslims in India face persecution and displacement amid citizenship disputes This month in India, political violence erupted in the eastern state of West Bengal after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party won key elections amid allegations of voter suppression targeting Muslims. Zeba Warsi reports with support from the Unity Productions Foundation… By Zeba Warsi
Nation May 06 Watch 8:50 The rise of anti-Muslim policies and rhetoric in Texas Candidates running for office in Texas primaries have made Muslims and what they call the “Islamification of Texas” the center of their campaigns. The state’s top Republicans have also passed legislation and made policies targeting Muslim organizations and developments. Stephanie… By Stephanie Sy, Veronica Vela, Maea Lenei Buhre
Nation May 01 Watch 5:17 New PBS series explores the often-overlooked history of American Muslims Starting this weekend, a new series on PBS dives into the early history of Muslims in the United States. The six-part documentary, “American Muslims: A History Revealed,” looks at notable figures and communities spanning more than 200 years. Geoff Bennett… By Geoff Bennett, Courtney Norris
Mar 18 A look at Eid al-Fitr and how Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday By Mariam Fam, Associated Press The Muslim holy month of Ramadan is drawing to an end and Muslims around the world will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Continue reading
Mar 06 For U.S. Muslims, immigration crackdowns, new war and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud Ramadan By Luis Andres Henao, Mariam Fam, Associated Press Midway through Ramadan, Muslims across the United States are striving to maintain the holy month’s traditional mix of prayers and festive spirit under a cloud of worrisome events. Continue reading
Feb 16 A look at Ramadan and how Muslims observe the holy month By Mariam Fam, Associated Press For Muslims, it’s a time for increased worship, religious reflection and charity. It also brings families and friends together in festive gatherings around meals to break their fast. Continue reading
Oct 06 How American views on Israel and antisemitism have changed since Oct. 7 By Maya Sweedler, Associated Press Nearly two years after the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks in Israel and the county’s ensuing invasion of the Gaza Strip, Americans are more divided on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict than they were before the war – and concerns are mounting about… Continue reading
Apr 03 India's Lower House passes controversial bill that would change Muslim land endowments By Aijaz Hussain, Sheikh Saaliq, Associated Press Indian parliament's Lower House has passed a controversial bill moved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist government to amend laws governing Muslim land endowments. Continue reading