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From Long Island to Los Angeles, masjids are partnering with regional food banks and nonprofits to feed families Mosque-based food pantries have become a growing fixture of community infrastructure across the country, often built through formal partnerships with regional food banks and interfaith or immigrant-services nonprofits rather than run as standalone charity efforts. On Long…
From the Islamic Scholarship Fund to targeted STEM awards for women, funding pipelines are diversifying Scholarship and mentorship programs aimed at Muslim American students are expanding in both scope and specialization, with dedicated funding now reaching fields from filmmaking and public policy to engineering and medicine. One of the most established players, the Islamic Scholarship…
A recent piece from IslamiCity, a leading online resource for Muslim news, faith, and community life since 1995, explores how the Quran doesn’t just appeal to human reason; it actively nourishes and develops it. Reason as a Path to Understanding Drawing on multiple verses, the article by Mansoor Alam explains that the Quran was revealed…
IslamiCity examines the growing global focus on ocean conservation, highlighting recent research and reporting on the importance of marine ecosystems, particularly the world’s increasingly threatened kelp forests. Oceans cover about 71% of the Earth’s surface and contain roughly 97% of the planet’s water. They regulate the global climate, support immense biodiversity, and produce more than…
As misinformation and anti-Muslim sentiment continue to affect communities around the world, access to authentic Islamic knowledge has become increasingly important. Recognizing this need, IslamiCity launched its Free Quran Service in 2001 to help make translations of the Quran available to people seeking reliable information about Islam. Originally introduced during a period marked by acts…
Artificial intelligence has moved from being a futuristic concept to a daily reality. From assisting with workplace tasks and generating creative content to answering questions about faith and religious practice, AI tools are increasingly becoming part of how people learn, communicate, and make decisions. For Muslims, this rapid technological shift has raised an important question:…
The Day of Ashura in 2026 is observed on Thursday, June 25, 2026, corresponding to 10 Muharram 1448 AH, as referenced in Islamic calendar sources such as Islamicity. It is widely recognized across Muslim communities as one of the most spiritually significant days in the Islamic year, associated with reflection, gratitude, and moral awareness. Historically,…
IslamiCity highlights the spiritual significance of the first days of Dhul Hijjah and the powerful opportunity they offer Muslims worldwide for worship, reflection, and transformation. As Muslims around the world prepare for the arrival of the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah, recently highlighted the profound spiritual importance of the first ten nights and nine days…
In today’s age filled with noise, misinformation, and competing narratives, platforms grounded in truth and purpose have become essential. IslamiCity stands as one such platform. An IslamiCity membership is not simply about access it is a direct investment in a mission dedicated to sharing Islam with the world while standing firm against injustice and oppression.…
A new shared piece by Islamicity highlights an essential idea: the very first revealed word, “Read,” establishes learning and reflection as the foundation of faith and guidance. This message set the tone for a tradition in which knowledge is not optional but central to personal and collective growth. From the outset, the emphasis on learning…
As Ramadan nears its final days, many believers feel a mix of gratitude, reflection, and a quiet sense of longing. The excitement of the first fast, nightly prayers, and charitable acts gives way to a contemplative mood: have we truly made the most of this blessed month? In the latest episode of Light Upon Light…
As the blessed month of Ramadan unfolds, Muslims around the world are observing a time of fasting, reflection, and spiritual renewal. Yet this year, Ramadan has been overshadowed by a devastating war on Iran by the United States and Israel, launched on February 28, 2026. Reports indicate that more than one thousand targets have been…
