Makkah museum spotlights historic Qur’an art
Previous 1 / 8 The Holy Qur’an Museum at the Hira Cultural District in Makkah is showcasing a rare 19th-century Qur’an manuscript from India. (SPA) 2 / 8 The Holy Qur’an Museum […]
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Rafiq A. Tschannen
Rafiq A. Tschannen is a Swiss national. He converted to Islam and joined the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community at the age of 16 after reading the German translation of the Holy Qur'an. He worked in 15 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean, first as Finance Director in the private industry and later as Chief Executive Officer of NGOs and International Governmental Organizations. He is now devoting his time to The Muslim Times as Editor for Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Switzerland and as Associate Chief Editor.
Finding physical and spiritual balance through sunnah fasting
Rahma Roshadi19th April 2026 alhakam.org Image: Rauf Alvi/Unsplash Eid-ul-Fitr is often seen as the ultimate victory after a whole month of battling hunger and thirst. But behind the celebratory echoes […]
Pope Leo XIV meets several Muslim leaders in Cameroon
Pope Pope Leo XIV meets several Muslim leaders in Cameroon Upon returning to Yaoundé, Pope Leo XIV meets with several representatives of Cameroon’s Islamic communities, encouraging people of all faiths […]
Turmoil poses risks to banks, escalation beyond containment feared
Turmoil poses risks to banks, escalation beyond containment feared Staff Writer, ZAWYA April 8, 2026 RELATED TOPICS GCC COUNTRIESISLAMIC FINANCE Islamic banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region are well […]
Islamic Economy VS Capitalism
*Capitalism practised in developing countries causes approximately 50-80% of the population owns only 20% of the countries’ wealth* The whole world is particular about economy which is considered as the main source of life. Every nation and every country strive hard to strengthen their economic situation. When the economy of a […]
Manuka honey: A hidden medical treasure?
Science & TechnologyScience Dr Noureen Ahmad 18th January 2026 Image: Ionela Mat/Unsplash Honey is widely recognised and valued across the globe. It is also very important to Muslims, as it […]
Saudi Arabia reiterates Hajj permit rule to safeguard pilgrims for 2026
Previous 1 / 3 The permit system is a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to manage the massive influx of worshippers converging on Makkah each year. (SPA) 2 / 3 Early indicators suggest strong demand for 2026, with registrations and planning already underway through national Hajj missions and digital platforms. (SPA) 3 / […]
Kingdom welcomes first Hajj pilgrims in Madinah, Jeddah
Previous 1 / 10 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims departed from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on Saturday. (SPA) 2 / 10 Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Abdullah […]
Pope Leo downplays feud with Trump, says ‘not in my interest’ to debate him
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Luanda, Angola on April 18, 2026 on the sixth day of his 11-day pastoral visit to Africa. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe) Updated 8 min 58 sec […]
Jordan’s flag above our churches: A living witness of faith and belonging
By Father Rifat Bader|09:18 April 16, 2026| Each year on April 16, Jordan celebrates its Flag Day, which often coincides with the sacred season of Easter. Across the Kingdom, one striking […]
Friday Sermon Summary 17th April 2026: ‘The Holy Prophet (sa) – A Perfect Model of Truthfulness’
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad – Khalifatul Masih V(aba)The Holy Prophet Muhammad (sa) 17th April 2026 After reciting Tashahhud, Ta‘awwuz and Surah al-Fatihah, His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba) recited the following verses of […]
Listen Masjid al Haram Friday Khutbah in Different Languages (Apr 17, 2026)
Zahra Ashfaq April 16, 2026 Friday Khutbah (Sermon) from Grand Mosque in Arabic, English, Urdu, French, Farsi, Malay, Hausa, Turkish, Russian, Hindi, Indonesian and Chinese. Photo: KoneviSelect Every Friday, the Khutbah (sermon) at Masjid Al Haram, the Grand Mosque in Mecca, stands as a cornerstone of spiritual reflection, delivering profound […]
Muslim Unity and Solidarity in the Face of Crisis
Muslims all over the world are bound together, in heart and in spirit. This unity is the means of strength for the Muslim Ummah; in fact, it’s a divine gift that we Muslims must make use of. This unity is also required as regards relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims, in […]
Indonesia: Pontianak Ahmadiyah Congregation Visits the Ministry of Religion, Emphasizing Harmony and Freedom of Belief
ByTalhah Lukman A Published April 17, 20261 Pontianak Ahmadiyah Congregation’s visit to the Pontianak City Ministry of Religion. Pontianak, Warta Ahmadiyah – The management of the Pontianak Ahmadiyah Congregation held a […]
Islam in Switzerland
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Islam in Switzerland has mostly arrived via immigration since the late second millennium. Numbering below 1% of total population in 1980, the fraction of Muslims in the population of permanent […]
The History of the English Mosque
The Historic England Blog A brief introduction to Architecture Religious Architecture The History of the English Mosque Discover the architectural evolution of the mosque in Britain, from the conversion of houses to […]
First Purpose-Built Mosque in London Marked by New Green Plaque
Curated Content | April 17, 2026 Read the full story: World Religion News A green heritage plaque has been unveiled at the Fazl Mosque in Southfields, southwest London, marking the historical importance of a […]
‘It’s solid gold’: Some Texas Republicans ramp up criticisms of Muslims to energize primary voters
By Aleena Fayaz Updated Apr 12, 2026 Sen. John Cornyn, left, and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Bloomberg/Getty Images Running in a contentious race to keep his seat, Sen. John Cornyn put out […]
How Islamophobic rhetoric leaves an impact on the mental health of Muslim Americans
April 17, 2026 The war with Iran has led to a surge in anti-Muslim rhetoric – spilling into political discourse. U.S. Rep. Randy Fine of Florida posted on X that “the choice between dogs […]
Inside the 10 routes carrying Hajj pilgrims to Makkah
April 17, 2026 | Saudi Gazette MAKKAH — With millions of pilgrims arriving annually to perform Hajj, Saudi Arabia’s Roads General Authority (RGA) has developed an extensive road network linking […]