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A former Nigerian pastor, Olabanjo Felix, has publicly renounced Christianity to embrace Ifa, an indigenous Yoruba spiritual tradition, citing "deceit" and commercialization within the Christian faith in Nigeria.
This op-ed explores the universal messages of Imam Reza (AS), the eighth Shiite Imam, focusing on the importance of knowledge, peaceful dialogue, human dignity, and justice for the contemporary world.
Professionals like doctors and lawyers are increasingly turning to institutions like Darul Qasim in Chicago to integrate classical Islamic scholarship with their modern careers, seeking deeper ethical frameworks.
Congolese in Paris: Women Pastors in Evangelical Revival Churches [4/5]
In Paris's evangelical revival churches, women are increasingly taking on pastoral roles, challenging traditional male dominance within religious communities largely composed of African diaspora members. These women pastors preach, prophesy, and offer guidance, despite fa…
The Arbaeen Pilgrimage annually draws tens of millions to Iraq, commemorating 40 days after the martyrdom of Imam Hossein (AS) with a 50-mile trek from Najaf to Karbala.
The Yobe State Hisbah Board's Damaturu Command has stopped a planned "Colour Festival" organized by youths, citing its inconsistency with Islamic teachings.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray alleged irregularities in donations at the Shri Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai, claiming that ₹ 18 crore in donations were being siphoned off every year. He also alleged that ₹ 1,400 crore had been stolen at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Rahul Gandhi and other opposition MPs were booked for allegedly insulting Sanatan Dharma through a skit about Ram temple donations.
Nearly 2 million Arbaeen pilgrims have used the Mehran Border Crossing in Ilam Province to go to Iraq for Arbaeen pilgrimage since the month of Safar. The commuting of two million pilgrims was carried out without any security problems.
A Nigerian pastor, Prophet Apata Enoch, sparked controversy by advising people against marrying an “ugly person” while celebrating his wife's upcoming 50th birthday and praising her beauty.
Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs has unveiled a multi-year Hajj Policy (2027-2030) focused on cost efficiency, transparency, and pilgrim welfare, introducing a Hajj Savings Scheme and allowing women to perform Hajj without a male guardian.
Pastor Johnson Odesola of the RCCG urges Nigerians to maintain hope amidst socio-economic and security challenges, emphasizing sustained prayers, active civic participation, and responsible leadership as pathways to national transformation.
Choirmaster jailed for raping, impregnating teenage girl during ‘deliverance’
A state high court in Ogidi, Anambra State, has convicted and sentenced a choirmaster, James Onuorah, to 25 years’ imprisonment for raping and impregnating a 16-year-old girl during deliverance session in the state.
Entering into your season of rest (1), By Ayo Akerele
Author Ayo Akerele recounts a three-year period of intense struggle and stagnation in Europe while pursuing an engineering career, which ultimately led to a spiritual revelation about his true purpose.
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have written a joint letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to order an independent and comprehensive investigation into the alleged theft of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple.
The registration process for intending pilgrims for Hajj 2027–2030 has surpassed 340,000, with 246,000 opting for the government Hajj scheme and 94,000 choosing the private Hajj scheme.
Friday Sermon: The destructive effects of hasad-envy to the ummah!, By Murtadha Gusau
A Friday sermon by Murtadha Gusau highlights 'hasad-envy' as a destructive spiritual disease in Islam, leading to misery in various stages of life.
A 136-year-old mosque in Kolkata Airport's vicinity has been a subject of controversy after the airport authorities imposed a ban on prayers due to security concerns.
Rastafarians in Africa Still Seeking Recognition
A Kenyan court rejected the Rastafarian community's request to use cannabis in religious worship, highlighting the ambiguous legal status and persistent marginalization faced by Rastafarians across Africa.
Kenyan Rastafarians expressed disappointment after the High Court denied their request to use cannabis for religious purposes, citing a failure to prove its essentiality to their practice.
Arvind Kejriwal, National Convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, announced a nationwide signature campaign on 12 July 2026, calling for strict action against those allegedly involved in the theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
The funeral procession of Ali Khamenei, the former leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, passing through Iraq, not only held significant religious importance for Shiites in both countries but also marked a major shift in the political conditions governing the relationsh…
Cameroon: Government-Announced Revival Church Closures Spark Reactions
Cameroon's Minister of Territorial Administration plans to close 1,400 revival churches deemed illegal, following the death of an 11-year-old girl linked to one such church.
“I don’t want to talk to Adeboye; a pastor must rebuke a bad government” — Odumeje
Nigerian cleric Odumeje criticized fellow pastor Enoch Adeboye for praising President Tinubu's efforts on security, asserting that religious leaders have a biblical duty to rebuke bad governments. He emphasized that pastors should speak truth to power rather than seek ben…
Iran's Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, was laid to rest in the Iraqi holy city of Karbala, after a farewell ceremony where his coffin was carried in procession around the shrine of Imam Hussein (AS). This marked the fulfillment of a wish that had remained unfulfill…
Renowned Iranian singer Mostafa Ragheb has facilitated the release of 10 prisoners convicted of unintentional crimes through a donation and campaign.
This article analyzes how Western narratives struggle to comprehend the massive public displays of devotion in Iran, particularly during the funerals of Ayatollah Khomeini and the hypothetical future funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei.
The funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei entered its fifth day in Qom, with a second prayer at Jamkaran Mosque. The body is due in Najaf on Wednesday before burial in Mashhad on Thursday.
The article reflects on the 103rd anniversary of Archbishop George Khodr's birth, questioning whether the Antiochian Church still adheres to his foundational vision of simplicity, integrity, and service to the poor.
Iraq is making final preparations for a one-day funeral commemoration for Iran's martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, with millions expected in Najaf and Karbala on July 8.