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Prophet Jesus (Peace Be Upon Him): A Timeless Inspiration for Muslims & Non-Muslims

Prophet Jesus (Peace Be Upon Him): A Timeless Inspiration for Muslims & Non-Muslims

2025-12-29 by Islamic Services Of America
When Muslims hear the name of Prophet Eesaa (Alaihis Salam), their hearts fill with reverence. Known in Christianity as Jesus (peace be upon him), …
The Quranic Blueprint for a Failing Economy | Nouman Ali Khan on Quranic Economy

The Quranic Blueprint for a Failing Economy | Nouman Ali Khan on Quranic Economy

2025-12-29 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
An Exclusive Interview with Nouman Ali Khan This exclusive interview with Nouman Ali Khan, a prominent Islamic speaker, author, and instructor, was …
Why Asad Shamim Is Considered a Role Model for Muslim Entrepreneurs Worldwide

Why Asad Shamim Is Considered a Role Model for Muslim Entrepreneurs Worldwide

2025-12-11 by Staff Writer
Asad Shamim stands today as one of the most influential Muslim business leaders on the global stage, admired not only for his commercial achievements …
Dr. Mazhar Kazi, Texas Muslim Pioneer and Father of Yasir Qadhi, Dies at 89

Dr. Mazhar Kazi, Texas Muslim Pioneer and Father of Yasir Qadhi, Dies at 89

2025-11-29 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Dr. Mazhar Kazi, a biologist, educator, and one of the earliest architects of organized Muslim life in the American South — and father of the …
Who Are the Top 10 Richest Muslims in the World

Who Are the Top 10 Richest Muslims in the World in 2025?

2025-11-01 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Global billionaire wealth reached a historic peak in 2025, climbing to an estimated $16.1 trillion held by 3,028 individuals worldwide, according to …
Zohran Mamdani’s Historic Mayoral Bid in New York Faces Islamophobic Backlash

Zohran Mamdani’s Historic Mayoral Bid in New York Faces Islamophobic Backlash

2025-06-27 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
New York City — As Zohran Mamdani edges closer to becoming the first Muslim mayor of New York City, a wave of toxic Islamophobia has flooded the …
Father of Malaysia’s Halal Industry Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Father of Malaysia’s Halal Industry Leaves a Lasting Legacy

2025-04-26 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Malaysia’s former prime minister and a towering figure in the global halal industry, passed away …
The Future of Brazil's Halal Industry: An Interview with Journalist Renata Maron

The Future of Brazil’s Halal Industry: An Interview with Journalist Renata Maron

2025-04-17 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Renata Maron is a distinguished Brazilian journalist with over 20 years of experience in television, specializing in agribusiness, economy, and …

Professor Khurshid Ahmad, Visionary of Islamic Economics, Passes Away at 93

2025-04-14 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Professor Khurshid Ahmad, the distinguished Pakistani economist, philosopher, politician, and Islamic scholar, passed away in Leicester, United …
How Al-Khwarizmi's Genius Shaped the Digital Age

The Algorithm is Born: How Al-Khwarizmi’s Genius Shaped the Digital Age

2025-03-04 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
The algorithm, a term now so commonplace it risks losing its profound weight, is not merely a technical construct; it is a historical artifact, a …
UK Halal Food Industry

Sh. Hafiz Muhammad Yaqoob, Pioneer of the UK Halal Food Industry, Dies at 90

2024-09-14 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
We regretfully announce the passing of Sheikh Hafiz Muhammad Yaqoob, a prominent figure and pioneering entrepreneur in the UK Halal Food Industry. …
Abdul Qadir Fitrat, Former Afghan Central Bank Governor, Dies at 61

Abdul Qadir Fitrat, Former Afghan Central Bank Governor, Dies at 61

2024-04-30 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Abdul Qadir Fitrat, a stalwart economist who ascended to the helm of Afghanistan’s central bank and later lived in exile after exposing deep …
Malaysia's HDC CEO Crowned Visionary Leader of the Year

Malaysia’s HDC CEO Crowned Visionary Leader of the Year

2024-02-29 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
In a recent celebration of innovation and leadership within Malaysia’s burgeoning halal industry, Hairol Ariffein Sahari, the Chief Executive …
Hong Leong Islamic Bank

Dafinah Hilmi Takes the Helm as Hong Leong Islamic Bank’s New CEO

2023-06-14 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
KUALA LUMPUR – Hong Leong Islamic Bank Berhad (HLISB) has announced the appointment of Dafinah Ahmed Hilmi as its new Chief Executive Officer, …
Islamic Scholar Tariq Ramadan

Swiss Court Clears Tariq Ramadan, Top Islamic Scholar, of Rape Charges

2023-05-24 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Tariq Ramadan, a distinguished Islamic studies scholar, has been absolved of rape and sexual coercion charges by a Swiss court. A Swiss citizen and …
Former UNDP Chief

Kemal Dervis, Former UNDP Chief, Passes Away

2023-05-10 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
ISTANBUL –Kemal Dervis, former UNDP Chief and prominent figure in international development, has passed away. Reports confirm the passing of …

Mohammed AlKaff AlHashmi, A Force Behind Islamic Coin

2022-12-23 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Mohammed AlKaff AlHashmi, a co-founder of Islamic Coin, has been championing the concept of the coin, which, according to him, could scale Bitcoin and …

4 Muslim Football Players To Watch For In World Cup 2022

2022-11-17 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
The 2022 FIFA World Cup is (almost) here, and football fans worldwide are gearing up for the international tournament. Held in Qatar, the football …

Nejatullah Siddiqui, A Father of Islamic Economics, Passes Away at 91

2022-11-12 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Indian economist Dr. Mohammad Nejatullah Siddiqi, who was awarded the 1982 King Faisal International Prize for Islamic Studies, passed away suddenly …

Why Muslims Must Stand Up Against India’s Insult of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

2022-06-09 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
We have been hearing calls from Muslims in the Arab world and around the globe to boycott Indian goods. Why? Nupur Sharma, the now-sacked spokeswoman …
İnanç Balcı Joins Colendi Board to Expand Globally

İnanç Balcı Joins Colendi Board to Expand Globally

2021-11-27 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Colendi, a Turkish fintech company experiencing explosive growth, announced the strategic appointment of İnanç Balcı to its board of directors. This …
INCEIF Appoints Tan Sri Azman Mokhtar As New Chairman

INCEIF Appoints Tan Sri Azman Mokhtar As New Chairman

2021-09-14 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
INCEIF The Global University of Islamic Finance today announced the appointment of Tan Sri Azman Mokhtar as Chairman of the INCEIF Board, effective 21 …
Muhammed Sulaiman Al Jasser,

Islamic Development Bank Elects New President

2021-07-23 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Comprising 57 member countries, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has elected a new president. Muhammed Sulaiman Al Jasser, Saudi Arabia’s former …

Shah Abdul Hannan: An Inspirational Intellectual Leader for the Muslim Ummah

2021-07-11 by Hafiz M. Ahmed
Author – Foyasal khan “Late Shah Abdul Hannan (September 23, 1939- June 2, 2021) will be a unique example of humanity, patience, humility, …
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