Nearly $1m raised for victims of Jeremy Christian
Muslims in Portland thanked the community for its support as they raised money for the victims of a deadly attack on a train by an Islamophobic white supremacist. On Friday, Jeremy Joseph Christian – a 35-year-old who was known to authorities – fatally slit the throats of 53-year-old Ricky John Best and Taliesin Myrddin Namkai […]
We Should Thank Muslims For These 8 Great Modern Innovations
When thousands of “patriotic Europeans” took to the streets once again in Dresden to protest “the Islamisation of the West,” their actions were the result not only of resentment and fear, but also of ignorance. Luckily for us, our central European culture has benefited from Islamic influences for hundreds of years. If, on Monday evening […]
Google Doodle Honors Structural Engineer Fazlur Rahman Khan
Monday’s Google Doodle featured a drawing of a man standing behind skyscrapers and high-rise buildings. That man is Fazlur Rahman Khan, a Bangladeshi-American structural engineer and architect who was a pioneer in the field of high-rise buildings and large-scale design, leading to their advancement. Monday marked what would be his 88th birthday. The “father of […]
Islamic Center Of Tallahassee (ICT) – Feeding the Homeless
In the process of: – reaching out for the greater community of Tallahassee – stimulating the team work activities among the Muslim Community – Teaching others about the values of Islam The Islamic Center Of Tallahassee (ICT) started feeding the homeless about two years ago but we where offered a chance to help in cooking […]
Once a US Soldier, Iranian Immigrant Now Serves Veterans
Assal Ravandi knows service. First, as a soldier in the United States Army in Afghanistan. Now, as a soldier for soldiers at the organization she founded – Academy of United States Veterans. But Ravandi insists that her service has not been selfless. “Serving has always made me feel good and therefore, I consider it to […]
Abdul Sattar Edhi: Google honours ‘Angel of Mercy’
Abdul Sattar Edhi founded the world’s largest volunteer ambulance network in Pakistan, the Edhi Foundation. Unlike wealthy individuals that fund charities in their names, Edhi dedicated his life to the poor from the age of 20, when he himself was penniless in Karachi . The reach of Edhi’s foundation grew internationally, and in 2015 the […]
President Barack Obama Tribute to Muhammad Ali
Barack Obama paid tribute to Muhammad Ali on Friday, though he wasn’t able to attend the funeral service in Louisville, Kentucky, for the boxing great, due to a scheduling conflict. The US president spoke about ‘The Greatest’ at the White House, noting Ali’s remarkable career and impact on his own life, including his run for […]
Former President Bill Clinton delivers eulogy for his friend, Muhammad Ali
Published on Jun 10, 2016 Former President Bill Clinton spoke about his friend, Muhammad Ali, saying he will always think of him as a “truly free man of faith.”
Comedian Billy Crystal delivers funny and touching eulogy for Muhammad Ali
Published on Jun 10, 2016 Comedian Billy Crystal looked back on his fondest memories of his time with Muhammad Ali during a funny and heartfelt eulogy for the former boxing champion.
What happens when Muslims interact with the police?
Jami Masjid Giveaway formerly known as Queen of Peace When the Muslims saw there was a surplus of people who liked to give things to the masjid, such as furniture, clothing, toys, appliances and much more, they decided to provide it to the entire community. Everyone in the community was invited to come and take […]