UK attitudes towards Islam ‘concerning’ after survey of 2,000 people
Source: BBC By Divya Talwar | BBC Asian Network reporter he majority of Britons questioned in a survey believe Islam is not compatible with British values. The poll also found […]
A Day in an Ahmadiyya Muslim Mosque
Source: MTA | http://ahmadiyyaarchive.org/video/6uOoXQGuhN8/documentary-a-day-in-a-mosque A non muslim guest Bryce Millard who is a civil servant decides to visit the largest mosque in Western Europe to find out what actually happens behind closed doors.
Europe heatwave sparks health warnings as temperatures soar
Source: BBC News Parts of Europe are experiencing their most extreme heat in more than a decade as temperatures hit 44C (111F). Several countries have issued health warnings as this […]
Young, healthy immigrants are stabilizing Germany’s social security system, figures show
Source: The Local While some have speculated that increased immigration could be a strain on Germany’s social security systems, new figures reported by German media seem to show that the safety net is actually profiting greatly. The growing number of immigrants, in particular from other EU countries, has improved the financial […]
Australia: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community helps Friends of Edithvale Seaford Wetlands volunteers plant a whopping 2000 trees on National Tree Day
Source: http://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/south-east/friends-of-edithvale-seaford-wetlands-give-greenthumbs-up-to-national-tree-day/news-story/7b27bf3d825a5eb7e28ccccaa26a15cb | By Christian Tatman, Frankston Standard Leader GREENTHUMBS have given the Edithvale Seaford Wetlands a massive boost — restoring woodland habitat as part of National Tree Day. Friends of Edithvale Seaford Wetlands volunteers, residents and members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community planted a whopping 2000 trees. Friends group member Rex […]
Bus seats mistaken for burqas by members of anti-immigrant group
Source: The Guardian Comments posted on Norwegian ‘Fatherland first’ Facebook group call empty seats on bus ‘terrifying’ The bus seats in a picture posted on Fedrelandet Viktigst, or Fatherland first. […]
New Zealand: Shakil Ahmad Monir – the first translator of the Holy Quran to Te Reo Māori for Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Passes Away
Source: https://www.maoritelevision.com/news/education/translator-maori-quran-dies | By Leo Horgan, Online News Team The man credited with the first translation the Holy Quran into Te Reo Māori has passed away. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in New Zealand has announced the death of Mr Shakil Ahmad Monir this morning. Born in Monghyr, Bihar province of India in 1932, Mr Monir was a professor […]
Australia: Planting trees a statement for the future for the Beverley-based Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
Source: http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/messenger/west-beaches/planting-trees-a-statement-for-the-future-for-the-beverleybased-ahmadiyya-muslim-community/news-story/468e4aa8fa0cf66f2b4880b6db4aaf5d | Michelle Etheridge, michelle.etheridge@news.com.au, CoastCity Messenger SALEEM Shaukat hopes his work planting hundreds of trees will help locals realise Muslims want to “stand shoulder to shoulder” with other Australians. The Woodcroft man was among about 60 members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community to plant shrubs and trees at Oaklands Wetland […]
Australia: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community – A State finalist in Multicultural Awards
Source: http://www.jimboombatimes.com.au/story/4824553/committed-local-helpers-up-for-state-award/ THIS week’s Queensland Multicultural Awards have seen many Logan City groups and individuals honoured as finalists, including the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community at Stockleigh, nominated for best local club or community group. The awards recognise the valuable contributions of Queenslanders who support and promote a united, harmonious and inclusive state community, celebrated during Queensland Multicultural Month […]
UK: More than 35,000 Ahmadi Muslims from 100 countries gather to condemn ISIS – Promote true peaceful Islam” at the largest Islamic convention in the UK
Source: https://www.northernstar.com.au/news/more-30000-muslims-gather-condemn-isis/3207229/ | Lucy Pasha-Robinson MORE than 30,000 Muslims from 100 countries gathered this weekend to “promote the true, peaceful teachings of Islam” at the largest Islamic convention in the UK. The Jalsa Salana event, held on a 200-acre farm in Hampshire, saw tens of thousands of Ahmadi Muslims come together to […]
Dub poet, artiste & talk show host Mutabaruka speaks from the 51st Jalsa Salana of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20170731/mutabaruka-addresses-muslim-convention | Dub poet, artiste and talk show host Mutabaruka rubbed shoulders with several European politicians and other dignitaries as he brought greetings from Jamaica to the 51st staging of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jalsa Salana here in the United Kingdom (UK) last Saturday. “Jamaicans, because of the lack of information, […]
Australia: Ahmadiyya Muslim Women SA to hold Interfaith Symposium titled ‘My Religion & Liberation of Women’
“Love for All, Hatred for None” is the unique banner upheld by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community – The message we believe is the basis for lasting peace. Source: http://religionsforpeaceaustralia.org.au/2017/07/30/south-australia-interfaith-symposium-my-religion-and-liberation-of-women/ | by admin The Ahmadiyya Muslim Women Auxiliary SA will present an Interfaith Symposium, My Religion and Liberation of Women at Flinders University on Sunday, 6 […]
Thousands of Ahamdi Muslims take a stand against terrorism
Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-4744774/Thousands-Muslims-stand-against-terrorism.html | By PRESS ASSOCIATION Tens of thousands of Ahmadi Muslims gathered in southern England over the weekend to disavow all forms of terrorism. Caliph Mirza Masroor Ahmad – who represents tens of millions of Ahmadis across the world – led the assembled faithful of the minority sect in prayers […]
Know what is Jalsa Salana… the UK’s biggest Islamic convention
Over 30,000 Muslims gathered in Hampshire for the event Source: http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/Viral/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-jalsa-salana-the-uks-biggest-islamic-convention-35982423.html The three-day event of Jalsa Salana, which aims to promote Islam and challenge misinterpretations of the religion. Here’s everything you need to know. What is it? (Caroline Spiezio/AP) The annual event sees thousands of Muslims gather to share the Ahmadiyya […]
UK: Caliph of Islam Ahmadiyyat calls for Muslims to reject extremism & terrorism
The purpose of the three-day international gathering is to promote the true, peaceful teachings of Islam and challenge misinterpretations around the world’s second largest religion. Source: https://www.economicvoice.com/caliph-calls-for-muslims-to-reject-extremism-and-terrorism-as-uk-islamic-convention-concludes/ | Author: Economic Voice Staff The Caliph to tens of millions of Ahmadi Muslims concluded the largest Islamic convention in the UK with a condemnation […]
Scientists, theologians ponder if latest biological findings are more compatible with religion
Source: Religion News Service By Tom Heneghan | July 28, 2017 OXFORD, England (RNS) — When Charles Darwin published his landmark theory of evolution by natural selection in the 19th century, religious leaders […]
UK: Union Jack, the British flag raised at Ahmadiyya Muslim’s Annual Convention to affirm ‘Loyalty to country is a core part of their faith’
Source: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/muslims-fly-flag-for-britain-at-festival-3hnvkbq2d | Kaya Burgess Muslims fly flag for Britain at festival The Union Jack was raised at a festival attended by more than 30,000 Muslims at a farm in Hampshire yesterday to affirm that loyalty to their country is a core part of their faith. Those attending the Jalsa Salana gathering […]
Electric trucks and vans cut pollution faster than cars
Source: BBC News By Chris Baraniuk Technology of Business reporter Image copyrightSEAImage captionKings Transport in Melbourne now has an all-electric fleet The clock may be ticking for petrol and diesel-powered […]
UK: Ahmadiyya Muslim Elder Association launch a Charity Walk for Peace
Ahamdiyya Muslim group is launching a walk for peace in a bid to build bridges and mend divisions across the community. Source: http://www.surreyandhantsnews.com/ | By Surrey and Hants News in Events Ahmadiyya Muslims are calling on people to walk shoulder to shoulder with them at a Charity Walk for Peace to be held […]
UK: How three-day Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community prove Islam is a Religion of Peace
Source: http://www.dbknews.com/2017/07/28/islam-peace-ahmdiyya-conventiona/ By Zafir Ahmed is a sophomore public health major. He can be reached at zafirahmedmalik@gmail.com London has always been a traveler’s fascination, but for me the real thrill lay some 50 miles southwest of the capital, in a small community known as ‘Hadeeqatul Mahdi’ (previously called Oakland Farm). Though from […]