UN Commission Says Israel Continued Genocidal Acts in Gaza During Ceasefire
A UN commission of inquiry says Israel continued genocidal acts in Gaza during the ceasefire and that West Bank conditions have worsened.
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Texas Muslims Boost Voter Engagement Amid Islamophobia Concerns Ahead of Midterms
Texas Muslims are stepping up voter engagement before the midterms, from a Frisco mosque’s “BBQ and Ballots” event to court challenges and interfaith coalitions. They cite concerns about Islamophobia, a new social studies curriculum and the governor’s CAIR designation.
Muslim Americans: A Young, Growing Community Gaining Political Representation
Pew Research Center projects that the American Muslim community will become the country’s second-largest religious group by 2040, growing from 3.45 million to 8.1 million by 2050. Researchers credit a young population and continued immigration.
Texas Board Approves Social Studies Standards on Islam; CAIR Vows to Challenge Them
The Texas State Board of Education approved high school social studies standards on Sept. 4 that Muslim advocacy groups say misrepresent Islam, and CAIR has pledged to work to overturn them before they take effect in the 2030 school year. Supporters on the board defended the wording, while critics say it ignores Muslim contributions and the board’s own experts’ warnings.
Dozens of Muslim Americans Are on the Ballot as Midterms Near
Dozens of Muslim Americans are on the Nov. 3 ballot, from Michigan’s Senate race to state and local contests, as groups like CAIR push registration and turnout. Organizers say top concerns include Gaza, immigration and free speech, along with barriers like transportation and ID rules.
IslamiCity’s “Light Upon Light” Episode 71 Explores Three Things Worth Keeping Private
IslamiCity’s Light Upon Light Episode 71 explores three things worth keeping private, offering faith-based guidance on discretion, trust, and gratitude. It also reminds listeners that privacy should never stop them from seeking help.
Helping Hand for Relief and Development Opens Free Eye Camp and Cataract Surgeries in Sukkur, Pakistan
Helping Hand for Relief and Development has opened a two-day free eye camp in Sukkur, Pakistan, offering screenings and cataract surgery for those who need them.
Senate Republicans Launch ‘Jihad Jeopardy’ Game Against Abdul El-Sayed Hours Before Final Michigan Debate
The NRSC's online game targets Michigan's Democratic Senate nominee, who is campaigning to become the first Muslim U.S. senator. El-Sayed has rejected the claims behind it.
IslamiCity Shares Commentary: Enforced Disappearance Is a Feminist Cause
IslamiCity shares Professor Mahmudul Hasan’s commentary on why enforced disappearance is a women’s rights issue, from Bangladesh and Kashmir to Argentina.
HHRD Debunks Common Winter Relief Program Misconceptions as Winter Preparations Begin
HHRD clears up common misconceptions about its Winter Relief program, which provides more than blankets to refugees, orphans and vulnerable families in more than 20 countries.
IslamiCity Spotlights Community Feeding Program in New York
One in five New Yorkers, about 1.6 million people, lack sustainable access to food, and community feeding programs are stepping in to close the gap. Citing IslamiCity, this article looks at how neighborhood efforts like Mercy Truck deliver trusted, halal meals across all five boroughs.
Major Muslim Charity Rebrands Under Congressional Pressure
Islamic Relief USA Rebrands as IDEA Amid Congressional Pressure | 2026 Islamic Relief USA has renamed itself IDEA after lawmakers threatened its tax-exempt status what the change means for one of America’s largest Muslim charities.One of the largest Muslim humanitarian organizations in the United States has changed its name after coming under direct pressure from…
