Arab World

Makkah’s coin burqa keeps past alive

The coins were more than decorative ornaments: they represented a woman’s savings and jewelry. (SPA) SPA June 28, 2026 MAKKAH: The burqa of coins, a woman’s face veil, is a prominent symbol of traditional attire in Makkah. It is one of the city’s most distinctive historic artifacts and reflects its […]

MWL warns of AI ethics risks as ASEAN youth engagement expands alongside regional scholars forum

Previous Update 1 / 3 Sheikh Mohammed Al-Issa, secretary-general of the Muslim World League, met with Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister of Malaysia. (X/@MWLOrg_en) Update 2 / 3 Sheikh Mohammed Al-Issa, secretary-general of the Muslim World League, opened the ‘Faith in Light of Science and Contemporary Evidence’ conference with a speech on Saturday. […]