Abd al-Wahhab Astibi was appointed as the new key bearer of the Kaaba in Makkah on June 25 . It was also announced that Al-Abidin Al-Shaibi has been appointed as the new chain holder of the Kaaba. The ceremony of handing over the keys of the Kaabah and Rawza Ibrahim (Maqam Ibrahim) to Abd al-Wahhab…
SHAH JIWANA – Rhythmic drums and spirited dancing are once again enlivening the shrines of Sufi saints in Pakistan, where festivals had long been stifled by the threat of violence. As the harvest season ends and schools close for the summer, villagers travel atop tractor trolleys, buses, and rickshaws to attend annual celebrations at shrines…
Moscow (AsiaNews) – Russia is embroiled in a heated debate over a proposed ban on the Niqab, an Islamic veil covering the face except for the eyes, often associated with Wahabism. Valerij Fadeev, president of the Human Rights Council, has championed the ban, gaining support from deputies and opinion leaders who believe it is necessary…
Brindisi (AsiaNews) – Pope Francis addressed the G7 summit in Italy, urging a ban on “lethal autonomous weapons” based on artificial intelligence (AI). Describing AI as an “exciting and fearsome tool,” he emphasized that political leaders face crucial decisions about its future use. Following his speech, the Pope engaged in bilateral meetings with key political…
SHAH JIWANA – The concept of conventional finance loans, mortgages, interest payments seems indispensable for modern business. However, in the Muslim world, where interest is prohibited under Islamic law, banks have developed alternative financial products that are now gaining traction in Southeast Asia. Dato Muzaffar Hisham, CEO of Maybank Islamic, notes the bank’s strong presence…
London: According to the Office of National Statistics, Muhammad secured the second spot as the most popular name for baby boys in England and Wales for the year 2022. The Daily Mail highlighted the surge in popularity of this Arabic name, noting its rise from the 20th position in 2012. Variations of the name, including…
Tehran: During the “Russia-Islamic World: Kazan Forum,” Iranian diplomat Jalali highlighted the active involvement of Iran in BRICS activities under Russia’s leadership. He emphasized the shared vision of both nations to introduce a singular currency within the association, as reported by TASS. Jalali stressed Iran’s robust contribution to BRICS as a nascent member, affirming the…
Doha, Qatar: Qatar has been selected to host the next three editions of the FIFA Arab Cup in 2025, 2029, and 2033. The announcement was made during the FIFA Council meeting held ahead of the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand. The decision, requested by the Qatar Football Association, designates Qatar as the host for…
Riyadh: Rising Saudi MMA star Hattan Alsaif has garnered global attention with her recent victory over Egypt’s Nada Faheem at the Professional Fighters League Middle East and North Africa event in Riyadh. This win not only highlights her sporting prowess but also underscores her dedication to her country and her relentless pursuit of excellence. Al…
Riyadh: The Saudi Space Agency has inaugurated the Center for Space Futures, aiming to lead a mission to the moon and develop a $2 trillion global space economy by 2035. This ambitious initiative was announced by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson during his visit to Riyadh, highlighting the potential for collaboration between space industries and government…
