Islam
Muslim Pilgrims Perform Eid al-Adha Hajj Rites
The hajj takes place over a five day period Muslims all over the globe are celebrating Eid al-Adha[/tweetit], or “festival of the sacrifice,” commemorating the story…
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Islam
Fire at Orlando Nightclub Shooter’s Mosque on Eid al-Adha
Video released of arson suspect setting Orlando shooter’s mosque on fire The mosque at the Islamic Center of Fort Pierce was damaged by fire early in…
Islam
Muslims Fear Backlash as Eid al-Adha Falls on 15th Anniversary of 9/11
The Muslim Eid al-Adha Holiday falls on the 15th anniversary of 9/11, which has Muslims worried. The Muslim community will celebrate the Eid al-Adha festival on…
Islam
USPS Releases New Muslim “Eid Greetings” Stamp
USPS stamp commemorates Islamic holiday Eid. On June 10, the United States Postal Service released a new Forever stamp to commemorate two important Muslim festivals, Eid…
Hinduism
Muslim, Hindu Holidays Added to Maryland School District Calendar
Hindu and Muslim holidays will be added to the Maryland school’s calendar beginning in the 2016-2017 school year. A decision has been taken by Howard County…
Christianity
Maryland School Board Approves Day Off For Muslim Holiday
School District will observe the Muslim holiday Eid-al-Adha beginning in the 2016-2017 school year. In a bid to promote equality among different faiths, Montgomery County’s Board…
Entertainment
Thousands Petition to Ban Animal Sacrifice as Part of Eid al-Adha in India
An online petition demanding the government to prohibit a Muslim festival’s cruelty to animals has garnered thousands of supporters. All religions across the world have holy…
Entertainment
Mayor de Blasio: NYC Schools to Honor Muslim Holidays
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Muslim holidays Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr will be recognized by public schools with the days off. New York Mayor Bill…
Islam
Hajj Muslim Pilgrimage Going On Now, Will Come to a Close with Eid al Adha on Saturday
The great Muslim pilgrimage of Hajj has begun and will culminate with Eid al Adha on Saturday, October 4. So why are these two Muslim celebrations…