Inaugural Life of the Prophet Muhammad conference hailed as shining success

Saturday saw the successful launch of the inaugural Life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) conference and exhibition...

18:10
October 1, 2023

Burkina Faso’s popular military ousters repel attempted coup plotters

Cracks appear in the ranks of the military ousters in West Africa’s former colonial states...

22:40
September 30, 2023

Elon Musk rebuked by the German government over his tacit support for anti-Immigration Far-Right Party

Elon Musk endures the wrath of the German government over his tacit support for anti-Immigration Far-Right Party...

22:30
September 30, 2023

Kosovo ‘s President says ‘Kosovo will defend its freedom at any price’, as Serbian troops mass on its borders

Kosovo ‘s President says ‘Kosovo will defend it’s freedom at any price’, as Serbian troops mass on its borders...

15:55
September 30, 2023

GB news claims its “investigation” caused police to withdraw from Muslim conference

GB News claims West Midlands Police withdrew from Life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Conference after its “investigation”...

21:47
September 29, 2023

Mail on Sunday sanctioned for singling out Pakistani men as main group involved in child sex abuse

Mail on Sunday sanctioned for singling out Pakistani men as main group involved in child sex abuse...

08:00
September 29, 2023

Chinese Authorities jail prominent Uyghur academic for life for ‘endangering state security’

Chinese Authorities jail prominent Uyghur Academic for life for encouraging separatism...

21:30
September 28, 2023

Suella Braverman’s Washington speech described as an echo of Enoch Powell’s ‘Rivers of Blood’

Suella Braverman’s Washington speech described as an echo of Enoch Powell’s ‘Rivers of Blood’...

12:10
September 28, 2023

“No one should tell women what to wear” – UN rebukes France over Olympics hijab ban

The UN has slammed France on its stance to ban their athletes from wearing the hijab during the 2024...

23:05
September 27, 2023

Highlights from the World Halal Food Festival

The World Halal Food Festival held at the London Stadium at the weekend was the ultimate halal food extravaganza,...

17:00
September 27, 2023

Visit My Mosque 2023: Faith, Food and Creating Heartwarming Friendships

Weekend event unites communities through faith, food and friendship...

15:00
September 27, 2023

UK Home Secretary, calls for change to UN Refugee Conventions as government’s ‘Stop the Boats’ programme flounders

UK Home Secretary, calls for change to UN Refugee Conventions as government’s ‘Stop the Boats’ programme flounders...

13:35
September 26, 2023

Protesters jubilant as President Macron announces the withdrawal of French ambassador and troops from Niger

French President Macron confirms French ambassador will pack up and leave Niger within hours...

08:20
September 25, 2023

Cartoonists hit back at Immigration Minister’s ‘evil’ decision to paint over child-friendly murals

Cartoonists hit back at Immigration Minister’s ‘evil’ decision to paint over child-friendly murals...

21:40
September 24, 2023

Welsh government follows Scotland in opposing anti-boycott bill

The Welsh Government has announced that it formally opposes a bill that aims to ban public bodies from participating...

12:08
September 24, 2023

Video: The meaning of Subhanallah

In this video, the Imam Omar Suleiman delves into the meaning of the phrase "Subhanallah."...

12:00
September 24, 2023

Leicester disorder: Independent inquiry launches to rival contested government review

The government named its panelists for the contested review of Leicester's 2022 unrest, rival investigation launches...

18:55
September 22, 2023

Italy’s Prime Minister, Georgia Meloni insists ‘I won’t allow Italy to become Europe’s refugee camp’

Italy’s Prime Minister, Georgia Meloni insists ‘I won’t allow Italy to become Europe’s refugee camp’...

15:45
September 22, 2023

Sudan’s constitutional head calls on the UN Assembly to designate the RSF and its leader as terrorists

Sudan’s constitutional head calls on the UN Assembly to designate his foe, Hemedti and the RSF as terrorists...

12:00
September 22, 2023

Watch: Exploring the Significance of Rabi al-Awwal

The third month of the Islamic calendar, Rabi al-Awwal, marks some significant events in Muslim history....

20:41
September 19, 2023

UK Public Inquiry finds conditions in immigration detention centre ‘truly shocking’

UK Public Inquiry finds conditions in immigration detention centre ‘truly shocking’...

17:25
September 19, 2023

Tensions escalate ‘short of war’ in rebel West African Sahel States

Tensions escalate ‘short of war’ in rebel West African Sahel States...

13:15
September 19, 2023

German footballer Robert Bauer confirms conversion to Islam

Social media users have praised German footballer Robert Bauer after he confirmed converting to Islam in a series of...

12:33
September 17, 2023

Scholars urge universities drop controversial IHRA antisemitism definition

A prominent group of scholars has urged British universities to reject the controversial definition of antisemitism adopted by the...

12:26
September 17, 2023

French far-right triggered by hijabi footballers

An advert from multinational cosmetics company Sephora featuring Muslim footballers wearing hijabs has sparked outrage from far-right groups...

19:41
September 15, 2023

Death Toll from Libya Floods projected to exceed 20,000

Death Toll from Libya Floods projected to exceed 20,000...

22:50
September 14, 2023

Serb nationalist indicted for defying Dayton as former Serb Army officials arrested for genocide

Serb nationalist Milorad Dodik is indicted for defying the international peace agreement and five former Serb Army officials face...

18:25
September 14, 2023

Visit My Mosque 2023 looks at faith, food, and friendship

Visit My Mosque, the biggest mosque open day event in the UK - is back this on the 23rd...

23:04
September 13, 2023

WORLD HALAL FOOD FESTIVAL: WEEKEND EVENT BACK IN LONDON

Halal foodies can indulge in a world of flavour, feasting and fun at the World Halal Food Festival...

17:00
September 12, 2023

Professor Joel Hayward: A Scholar Who Found Islam and Wisdom in Warfare

From Military Historian to Authority on Islamic History and Diplomacy...

12:00
September 12, 2023

New military rulers accuse France of preparing for war in Niger

Military rulers accuse France of preparing for war in Niger...

14:20
September 11, 2023

Joram Van Klaveren: From Far-Right Politics to Islam

A Former Dutch MP's Unexpected Journey to Islam and the Founding of the Islam Experience Centre (IXC)...

13:30
September 11, 2023

Morocco reels after strongest quake on record kills over 2000

Morocco enters three days of mourning as rescue and recovery efforts continue after Friday's devastating earthquake that claimed over...

12:24
September 10, 2023

Video: The story of Musa’s mother — a lesson in tawakkul

The powerful video from Ustadha Lobna Mull recounts the story of Musa (AS) and his mother....

12:19
September 10, 2023

‘Islamophobic policy’: School strike over French abaya ban

French schools have reprimanded and sent home dozens of girls for wearing abayas, including seemingly innocuous long garments....

21:51
September 7, 2023

Gabon’s ousted former President Ali Bongo is to be allowed to leave the country

Gabon’s former President Ali Bongo, ousted by the military is to be allowed to leave the country...

11:40
September 7, 2023

French President Macron capitulates in talks to remove French troops from Niger

French President Macron capitulates in talks to remove French troops from Niger...

09:35
September 6, 2023

UK Foreign Secretary accused of ‘talking the talk’ on Uyghur human rights abuses in China

UK Foreign Secretary accused of ‘talking the talk’, not walking the walk on Uyghur human rights abuses in China...

14:45
September 5, 2023

Russia launches Islamic banking pilot scheme

Russia has launched Islamic banking for the first time as part of a two-year pilot programme....

22:20
September 4, 2023

Halal student loan: Sharia-compliant student finance available after 2025

Halal student finance will be available in England after 2025, making it one of the world's first state-backed Shariah...

13:33
September 2, 2023

Video: The meaning of Allahu Akbar

Imam Omar Suleiman from the Yaqeen Institute explains the meaning and importance of the phrase "Allahu Akbar"...

13:28
September 2, 2023

Life of the Prophet Muhammad Conference – Get tickets

Islam Channel and Islam Channel Urdu will host the first annual Life of the Prophet Muhammad conference and exhibition....

20:40
September 1, 2023

Takaful: Here’s how you can help bring halal insurance to the UK

Takaful is a Shariah-compliant insurance system based on mutual cooperation, assistance and risk-sharing....

08:00
September 1, 2023

Facebook pursued in the High Court for complicity in Rohingya Genocide

Facebook pursued in the High Court for complicity in Rohingya Genocide...

15:35
August 31, 2023

New York mosques can now broadcast the adhan

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has issued new guidance allowing mosques to broadcast the adhan more freely in...

11:58
August 31, 2023

Video: France to ban abaya in state schools

France's move to prohibit Muslim students from wearing abayas in state-run schools has drawn criticism from Muslim groups and...

11:55
August 31, 2023

Russia blocks sanctions renewal against Mali at UN Security Council

Russia blocks sanctions renewal against Mali at UN Security Council...

11:15
August 31, 2023

Imran Khan detained for an extra two weeks on charges of leaking state secrets

Imran Khan detained for an extra two weeks for court appearance on charges of leaking state secrets...

14:30
August 30, 2023

Muslim President, Ali Bongo, is ousted by military coup in Gabon

Muslim President, Ali Bongo, is ousted by military coup in Gabon...

11:50
August 30, 2023

Sudan’s constitutional leadership meets for the first time since the attempted coup

Sudan’s constitutional leadership meets for the first time since the attempted coup...

22:10
August 29, 2023

Pakistan court suspends three-year conviction of Former Pakistan Prime Minister, Imran Khan

Pakistan court suspends three-year conviction of Former Pakistan Prime Minister, Imran Khan...

11:15
August 29, 2023

UK Government plans to use GPS tags to keep tabs on migrants is described as ‘immoral’ and ‘unworkable’

UK Government plans to use GPS tags to keep tabs on migrants is described as ‘immoral’ and ‘unworkable’...

08:25
August 29, 2023

Niger’s new rulers issue 48 hour ultimatum for French Ambassador to leave

Niger’s new rulers issue a 48 hour ultimatum for French Ambassador to leave...

21:45
August 27, 2023

Danish Government proposes a new law to ban the burning of holy books

Danish Government proposes a new law to ban the burning of holy books...

08:20
August 26, 2023

Niger signs an official defense pact with Mali and Burkina Faso and warns ECOWAS that an attack will be ‘no walk in the park’

Niger signs an official defense pact with Mali and Burkina Faso and warns ECOWAS that an attack will be...

11:00
August 25, 2023

Migrant housing pilot scheme which cuts costs by half is torpedoed by Home Secretary for being too humane

Migrant housing pilot scheme which cuts costs by half is torpedoed by Home Secretary for being too humane...

14:00
August 24, 2023

Prominent Pro-Democracy Egyptian Activist jailed for over ten years, receives Presidential Pardon

Prominent Pro-Democracy Egyptian Activist jailed for over ten years, receives Presidential Pardon...

16:20
August 23, 2023

Video: How important is haya in Islam?

In Islam, the concept of "haya" holds far greater significance than the word modesty....

12:30
August 20, 2023

Race hate thug jailed for making death threats to mosque worshippers

The race hate thug threatened to blow up Muslims, including gesturing to slit the throat of a five-year-old...

12:16
August 20, 2023

ECOWAS Generals declare readiness to invade, while Niger citizens issue a call to arms

ECOWAS invasion of Niger looms as rebel military vows resistance....

15:30
August 19, 2023

Detention of Pakistani UK student for breaching working restrictions highlights Home Office hostile policy

Detention of Pakistani UK student for breaching working restrictions highlights Home Office hostile environment policy...

23:45
August 15, 2023

Teens on bail following arson attack on Essex mosque

Two teenagers were arrested and later released on bail following an arson attack on a mosque in Essex....

22:00
August 15, 2023

UK Law Society challenges government’s threat to leave the ECHR

Law Society challenges government’s threat to leave the European Convention on Human Rights...

14:40
August 14, 2023

NZF receives record income and demand for help

The NZF collected the highest amount of Zakat and helped a record number of people in its 11-year history....

10:49
August 12, 2023

Video: Muslim funeral for singer Sinead O’Connor

Sinead O'Connor, aka Shuhada Sadaqat, was buried as a Muslim after her tragic death at 56....

10:45
August 11, 2023

Rohingya Refugee Camp in Cox Bazaar devastated by floods

Rohingya Refugee Camp in Cox Bazaar devastated by floods...

11:10
August 9, 2023

Jeremy Corbyn to “think about” running for London mayor

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has said he may consider running as an independent candidate for Mayor of London....

17:15
August 8, 2023

Governments plans in disarray as only 15 migrants board the Bibby Stockholm barge

Governments plans in disarray as only 15 migrants take up residence on board the controversial Bibby Stockholm barge...

21:15
August 7, 2023

Imran Khan, Pakistan’s former Prime Minister sentenced to three years imprisonment

Imran Khan, Pakistan’s former Prime Minister sentenced to three years imprisonment...

12:30
August 5, 2023

Leicestershire Police still under fire for award to divisive Hindu preacher

Leicestershire Police continue to come under pressure from Muslim groups after it gave an award to a Hindu nationalist...

11:42
August 5, 2023

Video: What is the meaning of Astaghfirullah?

We all say Astaghfirullah. It's even gained popularity in non-Muslim circles, earning an entry in the Urban Dictionary...

11:38
August 5, 2023

Growing support for Niger’s overthrow casts doubt over ECOWAS military Intervention

Growing support for Niger's overthrow casts doubt over ECOWAS military Intervention...

15:40
August 4, 2023

UK cuts in overseas aid budget could lead to thousands of child deaths

UK cuts in overseas aid budget could lead to thousands of child deaths...

10:22
August 3, 2023

Violence against Muslims escalates in India

It includes an incident where an Indian Railway worker killed four people and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi....

22:30
August 2, 2023

MCB urges review of disproportionate impact on Muslims by bank closures

It has written to the Prime Minister expressing 'deep concern' over the 'arbitrary' closure of bank accounts belonging to...

21:29
August 1, 2023

Turkey clinic is go-to destination for dental health

Dental industry expert talks about the booming Turkey dental hubs...

09:50
July 31, 2023

Deadly bombing attack at a political rally in Northwestern Pakistan kills 45 and injures 200

Deadly bombing attack at a political rally in Northwestern Pakistan kills 45 and injures 200...

09:05
July 31, 2023

Neighbouring African leaders threaten military intervention in Niger

Neighbouring African leaders threaten military intervention in Niger...

06:35
July 31, 2023

Tunisia announces the drowning of over 900 migrants off its shores this year

Tunisia announces the drowning of over 900 migrants off its shores this year...

22:25
July 30, 2023

Met Police’s £366m makeover fails to acknowledge Institutional racism say Racial Justice bodies

Met Police’s £366m makeover fails to acknowledge Institutional racism say Racial Justice bodies...

08:15
July 30, 2023

Who was Dr Shabbir Akhtar? Respected British Muslim philosopher dies aged 63

Tributes are pouring in for British Muslim academic Dr Shabbir Akhtar, who died earlier this week at age 63....

17:14
July 29, 2023

Video: Mesmerising timelapse of Kaaba kiswah change

Video: Mesmerising timelapse of Kaaba kiswah change...

16:57
July 29, 2023

Muslim Cricket Player vindicated as Yorkshire Cricket fined £400,000 for racism

Muslim Cricket Player vindicated as Yorkshire Cricket fined £400,000 for racism...

12:20
July 29, 2023

UK High Court rules systematic child-asylum detention in Hotels is Illegal

UK High Court rules systematic child-asylum detention in Hotels is Illegal...

10:35
July 29, 2023

UK ‘s UN Permanent Representative appalled at settlement building in West Bank

UK ‘s UN Permanent Representative appalled at settlement building in West Bank...

11:45
July 28, 2023

Sinead O’Connor: Muslims lead tribute to singer who converted to Islam

Famed Irish singer Shuhada Sadaqat, known as Sinead O'Connor, died on Wednesday, aged 56....

22:12
July 27, 2023

Niger’s President, Mohamed Bazoum removed in Military Coup

Niger’s President, Mohamed Bazoum removed in Military Coup...

08:05
July 27, 2023

Turkey’s President Erdogan meets Palestinian PM Abbas and re-asserts commitment to Al Aqsa status quo

Turkey’s President Erdogan meets Palestinian Prime Minister Abbas and re-asserts commitment to historical status quo at Al Aqsa...

09:30
July 26, 2023

Former Israeli Prime Minister cites Israel’s apartheid status as judicial reform bill is passed

Former Israeli Prime Minister acknowledges Israel’s apartheid status as controversial judicial reform bill is passed...

15:15
July 25, 2023

Al Azhar blasts Sweden as racist over Quran burning incidents

One of the world's most prestigious universities for Islamic learning has accused Sweden of racism over the Quran burnings...

19:14
July 24, 2023

Muslim bank accounts have been closed consistently without explanation or outcry, why is Nigel Farage the exception?

For years Muslim bank accounts have been closed consistently without explanation or outcry, why is Nigel Farage the exception?...

13:10
July 23, 2023

Muslims highlight double standards over Nigel Farage bank closure uproar

Where was this uproar when Muslims organisations, individuals and their families had their services denied?...

12:01
July 23, 2023

Watch: When is Ashura and what is its significance?

The Day of Ashura falls on Friday, 28 July 2023, the tenth day of Muharram, but what is the...

11:44
July 23, 2023

UK’s Illegal Migration Bill ‘an extremely bleak day for human rights in this country’

The passing of UK’s Illegal Migration Bill ‘an extremely bleak day for human rights in this country’...

06:32
July 20, 2023

Fact check: Are British Muslims building a mosque in London’s iconic Trocadero?

Right-wing newspapers are going wild with frenzy about a three-storey mosque in the iconic Trocadero in London’s Piccadilly Circus...

13:19
July 19, 2023

Tunisia agrees after all, to become ‘Europe’s Border Guard’

Tunisia agrees after all, to become ‘Europe’s Border Guard’...

21:38
July 17, 2023

Hijri new year 1445 & significance of Muharram

The Islamic hijri New Year, and the month of Muharram, is expected to start on Wednesday, July 19....

21:41
July 16, 2023

Sweden protestor abandons plan to burn Torah and Bible

The protestor, who was expected to burn the Torah and the Bible, said he was never going to desecrate...

21:32
July 16, 2023

Migrants to pay the price for Sunak’s public sector pay award

Migrants to pay the price for Sunak’s public sector pay award...

19:30
July 15, 2023

IRC urges EU to investigate Greece boat disaster and establish safe refugee routes

The EU and its member states must conduct a full investigation into the recent deadly shipwreck off the coast...

22:11
July 14, 2023

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