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Islam

Middle East and Africa 1 year ago

Hundreds die of extreme heat on Muslim pilgrimage

At least 550 people have died on haj, diplomats told French outlet Agence France Presse (AFP) on Tuesday. Three hundred and twenty-three of the dead were Egyptians, most of whom perished due to heat-related illness, AFP reported, citing two Arab diplomats.

Academia 1 year ago

President Raisi: A martyr in service to his nation

The publication of such hostile remarks by Western media only highlights the fact that these countries always view a powerful Islamic Iran as a threat to their inhumane interests.

Jakarta 1 year ago

PKS to weigh Anies' candidacy in Jakarta election

The PKS is mulling over whether to back the former Jakarta governor for reelection in November's regional head elections.

Society 1 year ago

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Govt works to reduce haj pilgrim deaths

A total of 774 Indonesian pilgrims passed away during last year’s haj season. The figure was more than eight times the number of 2022 deaths and the highest since 2015.

Society 1 year ago

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Ministry issues MERS warning for pilgrims amid haj season

To prevent the infection and spread of the respiratory illness, health authorities urge pilgrims to maintain good hygiene and avoid direct and indirect contact with camels or camel products.

Politics 1 year ago

Prabowo thanks NU for supporting incoming government

The president-elect thanked the country's largest Muslim organization for pledging its support for his incoming government as well as its leadership for embracing him, even though he was unaffiliated with NU.

Science & Tech 1 year ago

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Ngaji.ai: Revolutionizing Quran learning with artificial intelligence

"Read" is the first verse revealed to Prophet Muhammad, emphasizing the importance of reading in Islam. Yet, a large amout of Muslims still unable to read the Quran properly. Hence the creation of an app on how to read the holy book properly.

Academia 1 year ago

Did Istanbul elect Turkey’s new leader?

What makes Imamoglu different from other opposition politicians is his ability to appeal to both secularists and Islamic conservatives.

Editorial 1 year ago

Jesus Christ's holy day

It was declared by former President Soeharto in 1971 that Good Friday, the Wafat (passing) of Isa al-Masih, and the Kenaikan (ascension) of Isa al-Masih, would be public holidays. Starting this year, the latter will be officially known as the Ascension of Jesus Christ.

Asia & Pacific 1 year ago

Bangladesh opens mosque for transgender hijra community

The humble structure -- a single-room shed with walls and a roof clad in tin -- is a new community hub for the minority, who have enjoyed greater legal and political recognition in recent years but still suffer from entrenched prejudice.