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2027 Hajj: Kwara fixes N5m initial deposit for intending pilgrims
The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has set an initial deposit of N5m for intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj, with the remaining balance due by November 2026.
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Wash rice twice, not 7 times: Drought-hit England targets faith, cultural habits
England's water crisis prompts £270,000 campaign to save water in cultural practices like rice washing and wudu.
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Tinubu congratulates Gombe girl on winning Qur’anic competition in Saudi Arabia
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Maryam Dan’Azumi from Gombe State for winning the women’s category of the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Competition in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
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On the Origins of Moroccan Divination
Morocco is widely known for its esoteric traditions, a phenomenon rooted in its plural identity, pagan beliefs, and a syncretism between Islam and Amazigh traditions. This article explores the historical and sociological reasons behind the country's reputation as a land o…
Nigerian govt declares Tuesday public holiday
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Nigerian govt declares Tuesday public holiday
The Nigerian federal government has declared Tuesday, August 25, a public holiday to commemorate Eid ul Mawlid, celebrating the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
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Man who stabbed St Joseph’s Church priest in 2024 gets over four years’ jail, nine strokes of cane
A man who stabbed a Catholic priest at St Joseph’s Church during a children’s mass in November 2024 has been sentenced to four years, three months’ jail and nine strokes of the cane. The attacker, Basnayake Keith Spencer, 38, pleaded guilty to voluntarily causing grievous…
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Isese Day: Lagos, Ogun, Oyo declare Thursday work-free
Lagos, Ogun, and Oyo State governments in Nigeria have declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day to commemorate Isese Day, celebrating Yoruba culture and traditional religion.
Tunisia: The Kharja of Sidi Bou Saïd, a procession uniting two Sufi brotherhoods
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Tunisia: The Kharja of Sidi Bou Saïd, a procession uniting two Sufi brotherhoods
The Kharja of Sidi Bou Saïd, an ancient Sufi procession in Tunisia, brings together two brotherhoods from Ariana and Sidi Bou Saïd for three days of mystical chants and rituals, attracting diverse audiences.
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi Visits the Shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad
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Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi Visits the Shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi visited the shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, a city in northeastern Iran. The visit was part of Raisi's efforts to boost the country's economy and improve living standards.
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Liaoning Provincial Party Committee United Front Work Department Holds 9th "United Front Theory Lecture Hall"
The Liaoning Provincial Party Committee United Front Work Department hosted its 9th "United Front Theory Lecture Hall," focusing on the systematic advancement of the Sinicization of religion in China.
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‘Religious influencer’ jailed for sexual abuse of 2 brothers; younger boy was raped repeatedly
A self-styled ‘religious influencer’ was sentenced to 27 years and 10 months’ jail and 24 strokes of the cane for sexually abusing two brothers, including repeatedly raping the younger boy.
Zambia: Catholic Bishops Express 'Grave Concern' Over Conduct of Zambia's Elections
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Zambia: Catholic Bishops Express 'Grave Concern' Over Conduct of Zambia's Elections
The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has voiced "grave concern" over the conduct of the August 13, 2026 General Election, citing issues like the suspension of vote tallying, military deployment, and questionable custody of ballot papers.
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China expands scrutiny of religious beliefs in Chengdu
China has expanded scrutiny of religious affiliation into public workplaces and schools in Chengdu. Employees at a public hospital were ordered to disclose their religious beliefs and education authorities collected information on the religious backgrounds of students and…
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Real reasons I left Christianity for Ifa – Ex-pastor
A former Nigerian pastor, Olabanjo Felix, has publicly renounced Christianity to embrace Ifa, an indigenous Yoruba spiritual tradition, citing "deceit" and commercialization within the Christian faith in Nigeria.
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Knowledge, human dignity in eyes of Islamic personality
This op-ed explores the universal messages of Imam Reza (AS), the eighth Shiite Imam, focusing on the importance of knowledge, peaceful dialogue, human dignity, and justice for the contemporary world.
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The other classroom: Returning to sacred knowledge
Professionals like doctors and lawyers are increasingly turning to institutions like Darul Qasim in Chicago to integrate classical Islamic scholarship with their modern careers, seeking deeper ethical frameworks.
Congolese in Paris: Women Pastors in Evangelical Revival Churches [4/5]
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Congolese in Paris: Women Pastors in Evangelical Revival Churches [4/5]
In Paris's evangelical revival churches, women are increasingly taking on pastoral roles, challenging traditional male dominance within religious communities largely composed of African diaspora members. These women pastors preach, prophesy, and offer guidance, despite fa…
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Arbaeen Pilgrimage: World's largest peaceful gathering
The Arbaeen Pilgrimage annually draws tens of millions to Iraq, commemorating 40 days after the martyrdom of Imam Hossein (AS) with a 50-mile trek from Najaf to Karbala.
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Hisbah halts planned colour festival in Yobe
The Yobe State Hisbah Board's Damaturu Command has stopped a planned "Colour Festival" organized by youths, citing its inconsistency with Islamic teachings.
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₹18 crore donations 'stolen' annually from Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple: MNS chief Raj Thackeray
MNS chief Raj Thackeray alleged irregularities in donations at the Shri Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai, claiming that ₹ 18 crore in donations were being siphoned off every year. He also alleged that ₹ 1,400 crore had been stolen at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
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Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav, Awadhesh Prasad booked over Ram temple donation theft skit in Parliament
Rahul Gandhi and other opposition MPs were booked for allegedly insulting Sanatan Dharma through a skit about Ram temple donations.
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Two million Arbaeen pilgrims cross Mehran border crossing
Nearly 2 million Arbaeen pilgrims have used the Mehran Border Crossing in Ilam Province to go to Iraq for Arbaeen pilgrimage since the month of Safar. The commuting of two million pilgrims was carried out without any security problems.
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PHOTOS: Don’t marry an ugly person, says pastor as he shows off ‘beautiful’ wife
A Nigerian pastor, Prophet Apata Enoch, sparked controversy by advising people against marrying an “ugly person” while celebrating his wife's upcoming 50th birthday and praising her beauty.
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Pakistan introduces new cost-effective Hajj Savings Scheme: Key details
Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs has unveiled a multi-year Hajj Policy (2027-2030) focused on cost efficiency, transparency, and pilgrim welfare, introducing a Hajj Savings Scheme and allowing women to perform Hajj without a male guardian.
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RCCG overseer urges hope amid socio-economic hardship
Pastor Johnson Odesola of the RCCG urges Nigerians to maintain hope amidst socio-economic and security challenges, emphasizing sustained prayers, active civic participation, and responsible leadership as pathways to national transformation.
Choirmaster jailed for raping, impregnating teenage girl during ‘deliverance’
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Choirmaster jailed for raping, impregnating teenage girl during ‘deliverance’
A state high court in Ogidi, Anambra State, has convicted and sentenced a choirmaster, James Onuorah, to 25 years’ imprisonment for raping and impregnating a 16-year-old girl during deliverance session in the state.
Entering into your season of rest (1), By Ayo Akerele
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Entering into your season of rest (1), By Ayo Akerele
Author Ayo Akerele recounts a three-year period of intense struggle and stagnation in Europe while pursuing an engineering career, which ultimately led to a spiritual revelation about his true purpose.
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Rahul Gandhi, Kharge Write to PM; Demand Probe Into Ram Temple Donation Theft
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have written a joint letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to order an independent and comprehensive investigation into the alleged theft of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple.
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Online Hajj 2027–2030 registrations surpass 340,000
The registration process for intending pilgrims for Hajj 2027–2030 has surpassed 340,000, with 246,000 opting for the government Hajj scheme and 94,000 choosing the private Hajj scheme.
Friday Sermon: The destructive effects of hasad-envy to the ummah!, By Murtadha Gusau
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Friday Sermon: The destructive effects of hasad-envy to the ummah!, By Murtadha Gusau
A Friday sermon by Murtadha Gusau highlights 'hasad-envy' as a destructive spiritual disease in Islam, leading to misery in various stages of life.