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Analysis: Why are David Cameron and Policy Exchange only targeting Muslim critics of Prevent?

A new report tries to rescue the government’s much-derided Prevent policy by attacking Muslims critics of the programme...

Sadio Mane reveals how Liverpool helps Muslim players during Ramadan

Sadio Mane has praised Liverpool for the way it supports Muslim footballers who are fasting during Ramadan....

Cycling Imam on a mission to get Oldham community healthier

Meet the inspirational 'Cycling Imam' who is on a mission to get his local community to focus on their...

Over half of those who observe Ramadan throw away food — survey

New research reveals that more than half of those who observe the holy month end up throwing food away...

Interview: Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan on her new book ‘Tangled in Terror: Uprooting Islamophobia’

Interview: Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan on her new book 'Tangled in Terror: Uprooting Islamophobia'...

Watch: First-ever Taraweeh in New York’s Times Square

Hundreds of Muslims gathered at the iconic New York destination to mark the start of Ramadan and perform Taraweeh...

Half of Muslims will struggle to feed themselves this Ramadan, charities warn

Muslim charities are warning that UK Muslims will go deeper into poverty and struggle in this holy month....

New York’s attorney general warns hate group to stop spying on Muslims

New York's attorney general warns a "known anti-Muslim hate group" to stop spying on Muslims and urged the Justice...

Video: Five valid reasons to not fast during Ramadan

There are a number of reasons why someone would be exempt from fasting during Ramadan, here we list five....

Ramadan reminders: 4 videos you need to watch

Each week during this blessed month, we'll share with you some short inspirational videos to give you an iman...

Video: Hagia Sophia’s first Taraweeh prayer in 88 years

Watch footage of the first Taraweeh prayer in The Hagia Sophia Mosque in Istanbul in 88 years. The Hagia...

Interview: Sultana Tafadar on being the criminal bar’s first hijab-wearing QC

Watch our interview with Sultana Tafadar, who became the first hijab-wearing criminal barrister in Britain to be appointed QC...

What to watch on Islam Channel this Ramadan

Ramadan is just days away and we on Islam Channel will mark the occasion with special programming during the...

Video: How to preserve your wealth

In this video, we look at what wealth is and how you can grow and preserve it...

It’s official! The first day of Ramadan is Saturday

Islam Channel has the pleasure of announcing the 1st day of Ramadan 1443 will be Saturday 2nd April 2022....

When does Ramadan 2022 start? The sighting of the crescent moon is this week

The sighting of the Crescent Moon will happen later this week and we'll find out exactly when the holy...

Reach 60% of British Muslims this Ramadan with Islam Channel

Ramadan is fast approaching and here's why you should advertise with Islam Channel...

“My religion is everything”: Kolo Toure on why Ramadan is important for Muslim footballers

The Leicester City coach has spoken about the significance of Ramadan and why fasting is important for Muslim football...

Ramadan broadcasts from Makkah & Madinah to continue despite ban fears

A news source for the two holy mosques in Makkah and Madinah said live broadcasts will continue during Ramadan...

How can you prepare your children for Ramadan?

As we get closer to Ramadan, how can we do better prepare our children in this holy month?...

Video: Couple flee war in Ukraine by escaping to Gaza, Palestine

Viktoria Saidam left Ukraine and went to her husband's homeland, Gaza....

Paris mosque rector says French election rhetoric scapegoating Muslims

The rector of the historic Grand Mosque said Muslims in France are being scapegoated in a similar way to...

Riz Ahmed wins Oscar for short film about a Muslim family

The Oscar was for the short film 'The Long Goodbye' about how a Muslim family's daily life gets violently...

Shaima Dallali elected as the new president of NUS

Shaima Dallali is elected as the new president of NUS...

Sultana Tafadar — the first hijab-wearing criminal barrister to become QC

Sultana made history this week when she became the first hijab-wearing criminal barrister in Britain to be appointed Queen’s...

Video: Amnesty renames London’s Israeli embassy road ‘Apartheid Avenue’

The road leading up to the Israeli embassy in London has been renamed "Apartheid Avenue" by activists from Amnesty...

The importance of Sadaqah in Ramadan

With Ramadan just weeks away, here's what you need to know about Sadaqah...

Prevent violates children’s rights says new report

A new report by a human rights think tank said the UK's Prevent strategy violates children’s rights, especially Muslim...

“One Kyrgyz refugee broke down in tears because Muslims had come to support them”

Yasrab Shah from Muslim Hands writes about what he saw in Poland while distributing aid to refugees fleeing the...

US declares Myanmar army committed genocide against Rohingya

The US also formally declared that Myanmar’s treatment of its Muslim population amounts to crimes against humanity...

“Ramadan’s about togetherness — here’s how to connect with Muslim friends”

Nailah Dean tells us how the Salams app can help you connect with Muslim friends...

Chelsea’s Muslim stars ‘uncomfortable’ about Ricketts family buying club

Fans says Ricketts family should not be allowed to buy the club after their father's Islamophobic comments resurfaced...

“There are obvious parallels between Ukraine and Palestine — despite the media coverage”

‍Palestinian Hamza Ali Shah draws parallels between the plight of Ukrainians and Palestinians and highlights some of the double...

Watch: why is Ramadan so important?

Ramadan, the blessed month of fasting is only two weeks away but why is it so significant and how...

Adhan broadcast marks Christchurch mosque terror attack anniversary

The country marked the third anniversary of terrorist attacks by urging the nation to listen to the call to...

Fury as Indian court upholds Karnataka hijab ban

The decision has sparked fears that the ruling could set a precedent across the country...

What can we learn from hadith about the month of Shaban?

Shaban is the last lunar month before Ramadan and is often called the 'neglected month'...

“Is Russia’s war on Ukraine exposing double standards? You bet it is!”

Islam Channel's NewsTalk presenter Aaqil Ahmed gives us his take on the double standards we're seeing in the Ukraine-Russia...

The ‘Running Man’ who has raised over £500k for charity

When Mohammed's GP told him to change his lifestyle, no one would’ve expected that two years later he'd raise...

Bella Hadid: Muslim suffering deserves same outrage as Russia-Ukraine conflict

The social media influencer highlights the double standards between how Russia's war against Ukraine is treated versus other conflicts...

Former students accuse London Academy of Excellence of ‘structural Islamophobia’

A number of former students have accused the sixth form school of 'structural Islamophobia'...

Watch: Inspirational Muslim women from history

From education to astronomy, here are four Muslim women who left their mark in history...

London Academy of Excellence: Former students speak publicly about Islamophobia

Three former students speak to Islam Channel about their experiences at the sixth form...

Vogue adds Palestine to post about Gigi Hadid after outrage

Vogue magazine was forced to update its Instagram post about Gigi Hadid’s donations to Ukraine and Palestine following an...

Watch: Touching stories of Al-Aqsa

We share short stories about Al-Aqsa, showcasing its importance to all Muslims...

Swedish teacher caught lashing out at Muslim refugee students

Swedish authorities will investigate an incident that shows a Swedish teacher bullying and shouting at Muslim refugee students...

Russia-Ukraine war: Turkish Muslims stuck in besieged Mariupol mosque

Over 80 people stuck in a mosque in Mariupol are seeking the help of Turkey to evacuate from the...

Podcast: Investing in your afterlife

Podcast: Investing in your afterlife...

Islam Channel now available on Türksat

Islam Channel is now available on Turkish satellite network, Türksat - one of the world’s leading satellite communications companies...

“Islam map” causes outrage in Austria

Groups in Austria are outraged by a controversial 'Islam Map' listing mosques and Muslim associations....

Legendary Bollywood actor Yusuf Khan dies at 98

Better known by his stage name Dilip Kumar, he was laid to rest on Wednesday...

Hafiz of Quran becomes first Muslim US religious freedom ambassador

A Muslim who has memorised the Quran will serve as the US Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom...

Scams checklist: What Muslims need to do to avoid scams

In this piece, Umer Suleman from Wahed gives the Muslim community some tips and techniques to help us avoid...

New report accuses France of ‘state-sponsored persecution’ of Muslims

The report lays bare the 'unprecedented crackdown' on Islam and Muslims in France under the government of Emmanuel Macron...

Watch drama: Omar – all episodes on catch-up now

The drama is based on the historical facts of the life of Omar Ibn al-Khattab (RA), the second Caliph....

How Russia’s war on Ukraine is exposing double standards

Social media users are pointing out the hypocrisy and racism at play when it comes to how Russia's war...

Muslims should be treated the same as Ukraine ‘heroes’, says Sonny Bill Williams

The rugby legend draws parallels between Ukrainian 'freedom fighters' and Muslims who 'fight for the innocent.'...

Sharia-compliant banking and halal mortgages

We speak with Gatehouse Bank to find out more about sharia-compliant and ethical banking, including halal mortgages...

‘Islamophobic Prevent’: 73% of UK Muslims live in areas that receive Prevent funding, report says

New report suggests that the government's controversial “counter-extremism” programme Prevent still relies on religious profiling of Muslims...

Muslim girls forced to take off hijab as India headscarf ban row intensifies

What started as a protest outside a school in Karnataka has spread into a much bigger in and outside...

Europe can’t ignore the ‘far-right ideas governing France,’ rights group warns

ENAR accused the French government of targeting Muslims and civil rights groups that counter anti-Muslim haltered and racism...

‘Stand up for your Muslim friends’: Bella Hadid urges solidarity with hijabis

The social media influencer calls out the discrimination and Islamophobia Muslim women who wear the hijab face...

“4 things you should know about the People’s Review of Prevent report”

Dr Layla Aitlhadj, co-author of the People’s Review of Prevent, gives us her top 4 key takeaways from the...

Reminders: 6 things that’ll give your iman a lift

Here's a quick round-up of some of the religious content we've shared over the past week on social media...

Traveller’s praise for airport ‘wudu’ sign highlights UK’s inclusivity

Here's a recent social media post that promoted many people to share their appreciation for UK's inclusivity....

Amani Liaquat: Brain cancer patient and campaigner passes away aged 23

Amani Liaquat, whose battle with brain cancer has inspired many on social media, has passed away at the age...

Malcolm X: 7 inspiring quotes on Islam and Muslims

This week is the 57th anniversary of Malcolm X’s assassination, so we take a look at some of his...

Muslims are eligible for the Windrush Compensation Scheme too — here’s how

If you have heard about the Windrush Compensation Scheme, but thought it was only open to people from the...

Why has Russia invaded Ukraine and how does it affect Muslims?

Russia has begun a large-scale military operation on Ukraine, but why are we at this stage and how will...

Watch: The miracle of Al-Isra wal-Miraj

The story of this journey is widely known. It's when Prophet Muhammad (saw) was transported to Masjid Al Aqsa...

British Muslim Awards 2022 celebrates success and achievements

Some of the most remarkable Muslims in Britain were recognised for their ingenuity and achievements in the 9th British...

How are Muslim millennials looking for love?

Nailah Dean from Salams - the marriage, friendship and networking app - tells us how Muslim millennials look for...

Madinah rated the safest city in the world for female travellers

The holy city of Madinah has been voted the safest city in the world for female travellers....

Feature: How Muslim charities are fighting the UK poverty crisis

This winter’s been bleak for those on the breadline - here's how Muslim organisations are dealing with the situation...

Watch MCB webinar: Genocide Games – The Plight of the Uyghurs

Islam Channel hosted the Muslim Council of Britain's live online discussion about the plight of the Uyghurs in China...

Neighbour’s act of kindness sparks stories of Muslim community spirit

An Afghan refugee's generosity towards his neighbour went viral on social media and triggered many other similar stories...

Schoolboy forced to stop praying, told it’s not a ‘religious school’

The Muslim boy was allegedly grabbed and forced to stop praying during his lunch break at Ark Soane Academy...

Trafficked women and children in Syrian camps ‘abandoned’ by UK, inquiry says

A new report accuses Britain of abandoning its citizens in Syria and failing to stop the trafficking of vulnerable...

“The inspirational women dedicated to charity”

Dilshad shares with us some of the inspiring stories Haute Hijab found from their recent 'Muslim Women Working in...

Israel is an apartheid state, says Amnesty

Amnesty is the latest in a long line of human rights groups to say Israel is committing apartheid against...

‘Let us play’: Muslim women challenge French plan to ban hijab in sports

Over fifty thousand people have signed a petition to stop a bill that could bar Muslim women from wearing...

Tips on getting married — the halal way

Nailah Dean from Salams gives us her top tips on how to find that special someone the halal way...

Beijing 2022: MCB dubs Winter Olympics as ‘Genocide Games’

MCB dubs the Beijing Olympics as the 'Genocide Games' and urges everyone to raise awareness of the plight of...

“Is the tide of international opinion finally turning against Israel?”

Four rights groups have now accused Israel of apartheid - is the tide of international opinion turning on the...

Pig organ transplant to humans: halal or haram?

A Muslim doctor hit the headlines recently for leading the world's first pig to human heart transplant but is...

Podcast claims Gove launched ‘Trojan Horse’ inquiry despite knowing letter was ‘bogus’

The claim is made in a new podcast, The Trojan Horse Affair, by Serial Production and New York Times...

Exclusive: We speak to World Hijab Day founder Nazma Khan

We chat with the founder of the World Hijab Day movement, Nazma Khan...

3 top scams Muslims need to be aware of

A scam is when someone takes something from you, either through duplicitous means or by taking advantage of you...

Outrage over vulnerable 11-year-old’s referral to Prevent

The boy was referred to the government's counter-radicalisation for saying that he wished his school would burn during a...

Man gets jobs interviews with ‘James’ not ‘Ali’

Ali claims when he sends job applications with an English name, he is 90% more likely to get an...

Letters to Muslim MPs face anthrax checks due to racist threats

Muslim MPs targeted by white extremists are having their posts checked by security to prevent substances such as anthrax...

In-depth: 6 important things from the recent Islamophobia in Britain report

A new survey highlights the pervasiveness of Islamophobia in Britain today...

Study reveals hundreds of British citizens have been stripped of their nationality in recent years

In the past 15 years 464 people have had their UK citizenship removed...

“My Islamophobia party has done an Islamophobia on me” — Muslims react to Tory MP’s allegations

Muslim commentators are calling out Tory MP Nusrat Ghani for not taking the problem of Islamophobia seriously before...

What are the important Islamic dates for 2022?

Here are the key dates in the Islamic Hijri calendar to look out for...

First Muslim woman nominated as US federal judge

President Biden continues his plan to make the judiciary more diverse...

Moazzam Begg launches campaign for return of British passport

The former Guantanamo Bay prisoner, is launching a legal campaign for a judicial review...

Hundreds attend apartment fire victims janazah at Bronx Masjid

Mourners turned out for the janazah of Muslims that died in the deadly apartment fire in the Bronx, New...

Far-right French presidential candidate convicted for ‘inciting racial hatred’

Zemmour was convicted of hate speech for making racist comments about immigrants during a TV debate...

Shocking report: Bangladeshis & Pakistanis have highest poverty rates in UK

These groups are also more likely to have higher rates of in-work poverty and child poverty...

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