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Palo Alto parents sued over a school mosque field trip. Did students simply learn about Islam, or did the visit cross the line into religious endorsement?

Ashura is one of Islam's holiest days. Learn why Sunni Muslims fast, why Shia Muslims mourn Imam Hussain, and how one date came to hold two deeply significant meanings.

In a momentous event that bridges centuries and cultures, the historic Yen Cami Mosque in Thessaloniki, Greece, reopened its doors for Eid al-Fitr prayers for the first time in a century. This significant occasion marks ...

Even though it is the world’s second-largest religion, countless people around the planet know very little about Islam. In fact, what many people do believe they know about Muslim traditions and beliefs is often incorr ...

The persecution of people based on their religion has historically created massive challenges and led to the displacement of minority groups across the world. As many developed countries continue to boost their religious ...

“Halal” is a term that refers to a good and acceptable way of life for a person who is Muslim. It means the opposite of the word “haram,” another Arabic term that refers to that which is forbidden. There are very ...

Religious holidays are a vital part of different cultures worldwide. Unfortunately, 2020 has been a difficult year that has disrupted all kinds of traditional events. The COVID-19 pandemic has made gathering unsafe. Whet ...

There are several misconceptions regarding Muslims, several of which are damaging to the Muslim population. From assuming that all Muslims are “Arab” to believing that Muslims are violent in nature, individuals who w ...

Proponents claim it will help keep public spaces secular and free from undue religious influence. And support is widespread – polls show more than 2 in 3 Quebec residents approve of the ban. However, critics argue ...

Pew Research recently tested Americans’ knowledge about religion. Adults were asked 32 fact-based, multiple-choice questions about religion. Some questions were quite difficult, such as “What does the U.S. Co ...