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Muslim Death Row Inmate Executed Without Imam Present, Despite Pleas

February 15th, 2019

The execution of a Muslim inmate on Death Row has revived a debate about religious freedom protections – including how far they should go and if they should extend all the way to incarcerated individuals or not.

Political & Religious Controversy 145 Comments

America’s First All-Muslim Police Force Draws Backlash

February 8th, 2019

America's first all-Muslim, all-volunteer community police force is up and running in New York CIty, but some residents aren't happy about the development. Are they right to be concerned?

Political & Religious Controversy 87 Comments

Texas GOP Tries to Oust Muslim Councilman Over “Sharia Law” Fears

January 14th, 2019

Are Islam and conservatism inherently at odds? That the question a group of Republicans officials in one Texas county were forced to tackle last week.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 54 Comments

Should Islamic Headscarves Be Allowed in Congress?

November 20th, 2018

How do we balance religious freedom with safety, security, and the liberal Western values of a free society? It’s a question Europeans have been struggling with for decades. Now, in the wake of the recent midterm elections, that conversation has begun anew in the United States.

Political & Religious Controversy 152 Comments

Indonesian School Apologizes for Dressing Kids up like ISIS Soldiers

August 25th, 2018

A kindergarten in Indonesia is taking flak around the world after images went viral showing young children dressed up as ISIS fighters in a parade. A local military official defended the event, insisting it was meant only to educate students about the “struggle of Islam."

Political & Religious Controversy 8 Comments

Japan Developing "Mobile Mosques" For 2020 Olympic Games

August 20th, 2018

Responding to concerns about a shortage of prayer facilities for Muslims during the Olympics, Japan has created the world's first mosque on wheels. Will this technology soon spread worldwide?

Science & Technology 20 Comments

Trump Tweets Linked to Rise in Anti-Muslim Hate Crimes

July 23rd, 2018

Researchers have discovered a link between President Trump's tweets criticizing Islam and a corresponding rise in anti-Muslim hate crimes. Trump’s message has struck a chord with many Americans who believe that Islam poses a grave threat to the Western world.

Political & Religious Controversy 300 Comments

Muslim Kids Kicked Out of City Pool, Mayor Forced to Apologize

July 18th, 2018

Female students from an Islamic summer camp in Delaware were kicked out of a public pool due to their conservative dress. After the incident made headlines, the city's mayor was forced to apologize, admitting officials "used poor judgment" in pressuring them to leave.

Political & Religious Controversy 52 Comments

Does God Hate Immigrants? Religious Leaders Split Over Travel Ban

June 28th, 2018

Although some faith groups oppose President Trump’s controversial travel ban, many heartily support it. Recent studies show that religious support for immigration is in the dumps, leading some to question whether churches are really acting in accordance with the tenets of their faith.

Political & Religious Controversy 91 Comments

Alaska Prison Forces Muslim Inmates to Eat Pork During Ramadan

June 4th, 2018

A prison in Alaska stands accused of knowingly serving pork to its Muslim inmates during Ramadan. Since the Koran explicitly declares pork forbidden for all Muslims, the prisoners, already fasting for the Islamic holy month, were essentially reduced to a starvation diet.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 100 Comments

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