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“Indonesia is tightening its grip on cosmetics compliance with new halal documentation requirements and enforcement against unregistered products.” “Muslim theologian and Islamic studies scholar Rana Alsoufi has been appointed to the German Ethics Council.“ “To promote awareness about the complementarity of IHL [International Humanitarian Law] and Islamic law of war to a wider audience, the… CONTINUE READING

“Another natural disaster again exposed Japan’s ill-preparedness in dealing with the needs of foreign workers during emergencies, even in places that increasingly view non-Japanese residents as vital members of the community….’“We were focused primarily on elderly Japanese in preparing special meals, so we had not taken halal food (prepared according to Islamic law) into account.'”… CONTINUE READING

In Nigeria, “the Kano State Hisbah Board has said its mass wedding programme is open to both Muslims and Christians.” “Islamic scholar Dr. Muhammad Salah has urged Muslims to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) to expand Islamic education and Da’wah, while stressing that its use must be guided by authentic Islamic knowledge and ethical standards.” “Cambodia… CONTINUE READING

“Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi…urged religious scholars to support Islamabad in its fight against ‘terrorism,’ urging them to inform the masses that Islam discourages anti-state activities.” “Calls to fight ‘Sharia’ are not new to Texas Republican politics, but as the border loses emotional force for voters, fear of Islam is back in a big way.”… CONTINUE READING

“In war zones and disaster areas, food can become a serious problem for Muslim soldiers and refugees. The US Military’s packaged, ready-to-eat meals (MREs) were a huge success when they were first introduced during the Second World War. They were built to last a long time without going bad. But as more people of different… CONTINUE READING

The “National Moonsighting Committee Nigeria shared updated financial thresholds for Muslims in Nigeria, based on Islamic law. These figures, given in Nigerian Naira, cover Zakat Nisab, dowry, theft limits, and blood money (Diyya).” In Malaysia, “a complaint about a prayer hall in Ampang illustrates how technical disagreements can escalate into controversial questions about identity….While the… CONTINUE READING

“The supreme leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan Hibatullah Akundzada has called on religious scholars to strengthen the implementation of Sharia and preserve the history of jihad.” For more content and context on the recent developments in Afghanistan, consult our Editor-in-Chief Professor Intisar Rabb’s “Resource Roundup: Afghanistan, the Taliban, and Islamic Law.” “A televised… CONTINUE READING

“Muslim mourners typically recite the Janazah, an Islamic funeral prayer, at a mosque. But the three men being buried [last week] died as heroes, so the walls of the Islamic Center of San Diego [California] could not hold the vast number of people who wanted to pay tribute to them.” “Pakistan has restarted the export… CONTINUE READING

In Saudi Arabia, “the Presidency of Religious Affairs unveiled an updated AI-powered Manara Robot deployed at Masjid al-Haram (the Grand Mosque in Makkah) and Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah).” “The Council of Muslim Elders said that protecting homelands, safeguarding their security and preserving societal unity are among the highest objectives of Islamic Law.”… CONTINUE READING

The “halal food market is estimated to be valued at USD 1,426.57 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 3,356.15 Bn in 2033, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.0% from 2026 to 2033.” “Iranians have had internet access for just 6.5 per cent of 2026 so far, according to connectivity… CONTINUE READING