Muslim worshippers, Israeli police clash at holy site in Jerusalem
Muslim worshippers and Israeli police clashed Sunday at a major Jerusalem holy site during prayers marking the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha. Continue reading
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India loosens restrictions in Kashmir for Eid al-Adha
Authorities appear to be acting with utmost caution because of a fear of a backlash from residents who have been forced to stay indoors since last Monday. Continue reading
Why Muslims celebrate Eid twice in a year
By Sharmeen Somani Online video journalist
The Eid that is held in late spring is called “Eid-al-fitr”, the festival celebrated after a month of fasting. While Eid celebrations held towards the end of summer are known as “Eid-al-Adha”, or the festival of sacrifice. Continue reading
Eid al-Fitr: Celebrations for the Muslim holiday begin around the world
The holiday marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, when devout Muslims have been fasting from sunrise to sunset. Continue reading
Why Muslims fast during Ramadan
Abdool Hamid, an imam from the Muslim Association of Canada, says there are many spiritual and physical reasons behind fasting during Ramadan. Continue reading
Police say cow slaughter caught on video in Ontario town not animal cruelty case
Ontario’s Ministry of Agriculture says it has also launched an investigation into the incident. Continue reading
Eid al-Adha in photos: Muslims celebrate around the world as pilgrims wrap up hajj
Muslims are celebrating Eid al-Adha as over 2 million pilgrims carry out the final rites of the hajj in Saudi Arabia. Continue reading
Afghan suicide bomber kills 21, mostly Taliban fighters observing Eid truce
A suicide bomber blew himself up in eastern Afghanistan on Saturday, killing 21 people and wounding another 41. Continue reading
Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr around the world
As Muslims mark the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan by celebrating Eid al-Fitr, a look at prayers and festivities around the world. Continue reading
Donald Trump hosts ‘iftar’ evening meal for Muslim holy month of Ramadan
Several Muslim civil rights groups pushed back, organizing a “NOT Trump’s Iftar” protest to be held Wednesday evening at a park across from the White House. Continue reading