Tag: Islam
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Afghanistan to receive stolen relics found in NYC
Valuable artifacts have been seized from a prolific antiquities smuggler located in New York City. A collection of 33 of them came from Afghanistan, and will be returned to the country this week. The Associated Press has the story: New York-based art dealer nabbed with 33 smuggled artifacts from Afghanistan WASHINGTON (AP) — Precious relics…
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How COVID-19 restrictions are affecting Ramadan
As Ramadan begins Tuesday, COVID-19 restrictions are affecting Muslim communities around the world in different ways. The spike in coronavirus cases in several countries has affected “iftar” gatherings and how prayers in mosques are conducted. The Associated Press has the story: Muslims begin Ramadan amid lingering COVID-19 restrictions MECCA, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Muslims in…
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Islamic leaders: OK to vaccinate during Ramadan fast
(AP) Islamic leaders are getting the word out that obtaining a vaccine during the holy month of Ramadan does not violate religious practices. Inoculation is not the same thing as ingesting something while fasting. The Associated Press has the story: Islamic leaders explain why getting vaccinated during Ramadan does not violate fasting restrictions PORTLAND, Maine…