Palestinian Keffiyeh Recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage by ICESCO: Ministry
IQNA – The Palestinian Ministry of Culture has announced that the Palestinian keffiyeh has been officially inscribed on the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO).
14:16 , 2024 Nov 18
Houston: New Islamic Center for Spanish-Speaking Muslims Set to Open
IQNA – Centro Islámico in Alief is set to host a grand opening ceremony this weekend as the center aims to provide a community space for Spanish-speaking Muslims in the area.
09:44 , 2024 Nov 16
Minneapolis: Group Builds Community, Connection for Muslim Women Outdoors
IQNA – Since launching in 2022, Hiking Hijabie, a hiking group for Muslim women in Minneapolis, has grown into a thriving community, bringing together hundreds of participants for outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and camping.
21:36 , 2024 Nov 13
Indian Airline Says Halal-Certified Meals Available to Muslim Passengers Who Pre-Book Them
IQNA – Air India says it offers halal certified meals to Muslim passengers who pre-book them before boarding.
15:55 , 2024 Nov 13
Islamic Arts Festival Debuts at University of Houston, Showcasing Muslim Art and Culture
IQNA – The Islamic Arts Festival opened Saturday at the University of Houston’s Student Center South, drawing visitors to a vibrant display of textiles, calligraphy, and geometric art from the Muslim world.
09:15 , 2024 Nov 10
West Asia’s First Net-Positive Mosque Opened in Dubai
IQNA – The West Asia’s first net-positive mosque, designed to generate more energy than it consumes, opened in Dubai, the UAE.
09:08 , 2024 Nov 09
Thousands of Qurans Gifted to Students in Bangladesh’s Bancharampur
IQNA – Some five thousand copies of the Holy Quran were distributed among students of thirty-seven educational institutions in Bancharampur, Bangladesh.
20:44 , 2024 Nov 06
Muslim Health Workers Create ‘Hygienic Hijab’ to Address Workplace Inclusion
IQNA – Two respiratory therapists in the United States, Firaoli Adam and Yasmin Samatar, developed a solution to address a challenge faced by Muslim healthcare workers: maintaining head coverings that meet both religious and safety standards in clinical settings.
17:12 , 2024 Nov 05
Fatih Mosque in Amsterdam Opens Doors to Non-Muslim Visitors
IQNA – Fatih Mosque in Amsterdam, affiliated with the Turkish Diyanet Foundation, welcomed over 2,000 non-Muslim visitors during the annual "Museum Night" event.
19:15 , 2024 Nov 03
Event in Indonesia Aims to Prepare Pilgrims for Hajj Rites
IQNA – An event called the Hajj Run 2024 was held in Padang, Indonesia’s West Sumatra, on Sunday, aiming to raise public awareness and preparedness regarding the Hajj pilgrimage.
18:32 , 2024 Nov 03
England Mosque’s November Open Day Event Seeks to Promote Community Cohesion
IQNA – The Masjid Khadijah and Islamic Center in Peterborough, eastern England, is set to hold its annual Open Day in mid-November.
22:46 , 2024 Oct 30
Study Highlights Mosque Attack’s Mental Health Impact on Christchurch Muslim Community
IQNA – Over 60 percent of Muslims in Christchurch, New Zealand suffered from mental health conditions such as PTSD and depression in the aftermath of the 2019 Mosque terrorist attacks.
08:53 , 2024 Oct 30