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What is ‘Istisqaa Prayer’ and why has the amir called for it?

The prayer is performed to request rainfall from God, in accordance with Islamic traditions that date back to the Prophet Muhammad. Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has called…

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Katara extends deadline for ‘Language in Holy Quran’ research competition

The first place winner will have the chance to win $30,000. The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) has extended the deadline for its ‘Language in the Holy Quran’ competition, the institution…

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Apple removes China’s most popular Quran app in ongoing crackdown against Uyghur Muslims

The Chinese government has not responded to the media’s request for a comment. Apple has taken down the Quran Majeed app in China for allegedly containing “illegal religious texts”, the…

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Saudi Arabia to allow 60,000 vaccinated pilgrims for Umrah each month

Saudi authorities have also confirmed that vaccinated foreign pilgrims are now eligible for Umrah permits. Saudi Arabia will begin accepting vaccinated foreigners for the Umrah pilgrimage, authorities confirmed on Sunday.…

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Culture

Why do Muslims celebrate two Eids and what’s the difference?

Muslims around the world will celebrate Eid Al Adha on July 19th this year. Every year, Muslims celebrate two Eids, marking the most important holidays in Islam. While Muslim children…

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Four Eid al-Adha travel destinations to cure your wanderlust

Whether looking for a relaxing beach getaway or an upbeat city trip, these destinations will have you rushing to book your flight this Eid al-Adha. Eid al-Adha is upon us,…

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News

Qatar condemns hate crime against Muslim family in Canada

A 20-year-old driver in Canada intentionally rammed into a family for being ‘Muslims’. Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) strongly condemned the murder of a Muslim family in Canada, in…

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News

Saudi Arabia bars foreign pilgrims from Hajj for second year

Saudi Arabia previously said it would open Hajj to those who are fully vaccinated, but has now said it will only allow pilgrims from within the kingdom. Saudi Arabia will…

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News

Renowned Qatari cleric Sheikh Hashim Mashhadani dies aged 69

Sheikh Hashim Al Mashhadani was a cleric who gained prominence for his Ramadan lectures. Prominent Qatari cleric and preacher Sheikh Hashim Al Mashhadani passed away on Wednesday, local media confirmed.…

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