Muslims
Coalition Launches $1 Million Effort to Get More Muslims to Vote in 2020
An unprecedented $1 million effort to persuade Muslim Americans to vote in the 2020 general election—"Million Muslims Voting"—has just been launched by a coalition of Muslim political groups.
Why Muslim Voters Love Bernie Sanders
The Democratic front runner has made a concerted effort to court the Muslim community—and his outreach is paying off in a big way. But will Muslim support come at the cost of Jewish votes?
Muslim Woman Defends Jewish Children From Anti-Semitic Abuse on London Tube
A Muslim woman was lauded for confronting a man who was hurling a tirade at a Jewish family commuting in London's subway system.
Muslim Family Says 'Trump Supporter' Harassed Them in TJ Maxx Store
Mido Mourad said he called police to the TJ Maxx store in Brooklyn, New York City, after a white woman allegedly harassed his family and assaulted him.
Pork-Loving Christian Area in Indonesia Fights Halal Tourism with Pig Fest
Residents around the Lake Toba area in Indonesia are resisting Muslim tourism with a pig festival.
Media Coverage of Muslims More Negative Than Other Minority Groups: Study
By focusing on politics and war, rather than culture, education and religion, newspapers "may make it harder for readers to see Muslims as part of mainstream American society," say researchers at Middlebury College.
Muslims on Hajj Set to Face 'Extreme Danger' From Climate Change
Scientists have predicted which years could be the most dangerous for worshippers.
Would Trump Let Law Enforcement Monitor White Nationalists and Antifa?
Some lawmakers are calling for a new Patriot Act with a focus on far-right hate crimes. The president wants Antifa in the mix.
Pro-Trump Model Stripped of Pageant Title, Defends 'Racist' Tweets
"If you think statistics and facts are racist, I don't know what to tell you," Zhu told CNN host Alisyn Camerota.
Neo-Nazi Cell Planning Attack on Muslims and Jews In France Busted
French police have made a series of arrests over far-right terror plots in the country in recent months.
White Evangelicals Are the Most Islamophobic Americans, Poll Finds
The poll surveyed American Jews, Protestants and Catholics, white evangelicals and the nonaffiliated about their views on Islam.
Muslims Chase Away Masked Gunman From Mosque During Ramadan Prayers
An armed man ran into a mosque in London and fired a blank round before Ramadan worshipers chased him out. Police said they did not consider the incident terrorism-related.
Muslim Re-Education Camps Needed to Prevent Terrorism: Chinese State Media
An editorial argued that China did not "have to be swayed by the whining" of the international community.
Sri Lanka Blasts Were 'Response' to Christchurch Attack
Sri Lanka's defense minister said the bombings, which killed 321, are linked to the attacks on two New Zealand mosques last month.
Fox News Star Says Democrats 'Pander' to Muslims
"They're making Christians and conservatives out to be the villains for reacting to terrorist attacks," Watters claimed.
Why Pakistan Ignores the Oppression of China's Muslims
When asked about the Chinese government's abusive treatment of the Muslim Uyghurs in Xinjiang, Imran Khan stumbles.
Bikers to Guard New Zealand Muslims at Mosque
The president of the Waikato Mongrel Mob said the group would "support and assist our Muslim brothers and sisters for however long they need us."
Fox Hosts Defend Trump Against Islamophobia Accusations
Trump infamously called "for a total and complete shutdown of Muslims entering the United States" before taking office.
Man Arrested for Sharing New Zealand Mosque Attack Clip
"We would like to remind people that it is an offense to distribute or possess an objectionable publication," New Zealand police warned in a statement.
Radio Host: 'Muslims Treated Better Than White People'
Right-wing radio host Jesse Lee Peterson expressed concern that repressed white Americans may be incited to carry out a New Zealand–like attack in the U.S.
Man Stands Outside Mosque to 'Keep Watch' For Muslims
"You are my friends. I will keep watch while you pray," Andrew Graystone's sign read.
Senator Says Muslims Not 'Blameless' After NZ Shooting
High-profile Australians hit back at the politician who called Islam "the religious equivalent of fascism."
Muslim Women are Raising the Fashion Game
Muslim women interpret the call for modest clothing individually, with styles that allow for creativity and commentary in everything from streetwear to couture.
Why the Muslim World League Acknowledged the Holocaust
Responsible leadership is about making constructive decisions, not destructive, so we can build a new world without destroying the old.
10K Demand Nike Recall Air Max Shoe Over Offensive Logo
A Change.org petition argues that the Nike Air Max 270 shoe outer sole logo resembles the word "Allah" in Arabic.
China Plans to Make Islam 'Compatible With Socialism'
While Muslims have been the main target of China's crackdown and "Sinification" policies, Christian groups have also faced oppressive policies.
China Arrests Christians in 'Escalating' Crackdown
"We're seeing a relapse into a time of history that was marked by...these sort of arcane perspectives on religion and religious leaders," Reverend Johnnie Moore said.
Netanyahu's Son Blocked From Facebook for Hate Speech
Yair Netanyahu, 27, called for all Muslims to leave Israel.
Rabbi and Reverend Speak Up for China's Believers
No country, large or small, can claim to be great—let alone to be a leader in the world—while arbitrarily suppressing the small but steadfast prayers of a believer.
Muslim Cleric and 17 Worshippers Killed by Extremists
During worship services, the religious group would play music and sing songs praising Islam's revered Prophet Mohammed.