Avatarflipboard8315What is Ramadan, how long does it last and why do Muslims fast?bbc.co.uk - By Aleem Maqbool and Sara MonettaMillions of Muslims in the UK and around the world are observing the holy month of Ramadan. It is a month of fasting, reflection, community and family time. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It has a special significance in Islam. It is during this month that Muslims believe the …
Avatarflipboard8315Watch: Inside the famous Sistine Chapel after crowds leavebbc.co.ukMore than six million people visit the Sistine Chapel each year - making it the third most-visited museum in the world. This puts a strain on the health of the famous frescos. So the Vatican Museums rely on modern technology and a small team of experts to monitor the world-renowned frescos. The BBC's …
Avatarflipboard8315Interfaith charity to close after government funding pulledbbc.co.uk - By Aleem MaqboolA British charity set up nearly 40 years ago to improve understanding between faith groups has confirmed its closure after the government cut off funding. The Inter Faith Network (IFN) says its board members met on Thursday and confirmed it was beginning the process to close the charity, though …
Avatarflipboard8315Islamism is exploiting Britain’s political vacuumunherd.com - Ayaan Hirsi AliWay back in 2005, when I was an MP in the Netherlands, my party was strategising about the upcoming local elections. I belonged to the centre-right …
Avatarflipboard8315Deputy President joins mosque prayer in show of support for Palestineiol.co.za - Monishka GovenderDurban — The Deputy President of South Africa, Paul Mashatile reaffirmed the ANC’s support for Palestine at a prayer held at the Riverside Soofie …
Avatarflipboard8315Hindu Mandir: India PM Modi inaugurates temple in Abu Dhabibbc.co.uk - BBC NewsIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a grand Hindu temple in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during a two-day visit to the country. The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi is built on a 27-acre (11-hectare) plot donated by the UAE government. India had announced its construction during Mr …