Half of British Muslims face poverty and hunger during Ramadan
Economy The New Arab Staff 02 April, 2022 The cost of living is rising rapidly across the UK as the effects of the pandemic and war with Ukraine cast a […]
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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.
Pakistan heads for early election amid move to remove PM Imran Khan
bbc.com Pakistan’s president has dissolved parliament – a step towards early elections – following an attempt to remove PM Imran Khan from office. It comes after parliament’s deputy speaker refused […]
Liberia taxi driver: How returning $50,000 changed Emmanuel Tuloe’s life
By Jonathan Paye-LaylehBBC News, MonroviaPublished1 day agoShare The story of what happened to Liberian Emmanuel Tuloe has the quality of a modern fable. The 19-year-old, dressed in a school uniform of sky blue shirt and navy shorts, looks incongruous in a class full of pupils at least six years younger […]
‘Cornered tiger’ Imran Khan makes last-ditch bid to cling to political power
Source: The Guardian In 2018, Pakistan’s new star PM pledged to halt dynastic politics, end corruption and boost the economy. He failed and is now facing defeat in a vote […]
Ramadan – The Fresh Start Effect
Qasim ChoudharyISLAM 2nd April 2022 Add Comment 4 Min Read ©Shutterstock Qasim Choudhary, USA How often have you caught yourself affirming statements such as, ‘I’m going to start eating healthy’ or ‘I’m going […]
Sri Lanka is in an economic crisis. Here’s what it’s like for people on the ground
Sri Lankans watch a bus on fire during a protest outside the President’s private residence on the outskirts of Colombo, on April 1, 2022. By Rukshana Rizwie, Iqbal Athas and Julia […]
Can Turkey’s mediation efforts win hearts and minds?
SINEM CENGIZ April 02, 2022 Short Url https://arab.news/rzgmf Since the end of the Cold War, we have witnessed a growth in the importance of mediation as a means of preventing […]
Guns largely silent in Yemen as factions stick to UN-brokered truce
The UN’s Yemen envoy Hans Grundberg on Friday announced that the Iran-backed Houthis and the internationally recognized government agreed to a two-month truce. (AFP/File Photo) Short Url https://arab.news/2ag4p Updated 11 […]
“We Have a Lot of Evidence”. Pressure Growing on Frontex Chief from Pushbacks Investigation
“We Have a Lot of Evidence” Pressure Growing on Frontex Chief from Pushbacks Investigation An investigation by the EU’s anti-corruption agency has put Frontex chief Fabrice Leggeri in a tough […]
Humanitarian Catastrophe in Somalia, With the World’s Attention on Ukraine, Suffering Is Rising Elsewhere
Ukraine isn’t the only place where children are dying because of the Russian invasion. With all attention on the war there, aid money is drying up in other regions – […]
Pope Francis apologizes to Indigenous delegates for ‘deplorable’ abuses at residential schools
First Nations, Inuit and Métis conclude historic week of meetings Olivia Stefanovich · CBC News · Posted: Apr 01, 2022 4:00 AM ET | Last Updated: April 2 Pope Francis apologizes to Indigenous delegates […]
Pakistan Embarrassed After Facebook Refuses To Remove URLs of Ahmadiyyas Under ‘blasphemy’
Promoted posts: The Speaker versus the Constitution, Is Russian Orthodox Church, Catholic Church, Hamas, Shiite Islam in Iran or Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Force for Good? and I am a Jew, a Catholic, […]
As bombs fall, Muslims in Ukraine face difficult Ramadan
Preparations for fasting month have been both difficult and emotional for Ukraine’s Muslim population following Russia’s invasion. By Liz Cookman Published On 1 Apr 20221 Apr 2022 Dnipro, Ukraine – Muslims in […]
Chinese officials restrict the number of Uyghurs who can observe Ramadan
China’s quota for those who can fast is ‘pathetic and tragic,’ says a Uyghur rights advocate. By Shohret Hoshur2022.04.01 A pair of shoes sits near an outdoor prayer area at […]
The Tightening Claws of Religious Intolerance
Deedar Ali Bangwar APRIL 1, 2022 Islam recognises the rights of religious minorities. There is a term, “zimmi” utilised to illustrate religious minorities, and an Islamic state is held accountable […]
Ramadan rituals’ welcome return in Makkah and Madinah after two years
In Ramadan this year, worshippers will again enjoy being part of communal iftar sufras at the two Grand Mosques in Makkah and Madinah. (Supplied) Short Url https://arab.news/cx5rp Updated 14 sec […]
Saudis gear up to celebrate first Ramadan free of COVID-19 restrictions
This year, Saudis are gearing up to celebrate the holy month the way they used to before the pandemic — free of restrictions. (AFP) Short Url https://arab.news/8rjhw Updated 02 April […]
Morning view from the desk of your Associate Chief Editor
at Mangsit, Senggigi, Lombok, Indonesia. At the end of the rainy season everything is green and fresh. Yes, I can still work, just glimpsing over the desk from time to […]
Yemen faces ‘extremely troubling outlook’, says UNDP chief
By AFP – Mar 27,2022 – Yemenis loyal to Houthi rebels take part in a rally marking the seventh anniversary of the Saudi-led coalition’s intervention in their country, in the capital Sanaa, […]
Pakistan Blasphemy Law / Treatment from the root, need of the hour
(Pakistan) Blasphemy Law – Treatment from the root – need of the hour.Posted on March 29th, 2022 by A. Abdul Aziz Religious blasphemy laws can be a touchy subject, especially […]