Afghan Women Defy Taliban Bans to Seek Education—At Great Personal Risk Maria Petrova May 25, 2026 World KABUL — When 17-year-old Zahra [name changed for security] slipped past Taliban checkpoints last month to cross into Pakistan, she joined hundreds of Afghan women and girls who are risking arrest, forced marriage, or worse to pursue an … Read more
In the intersection of public life and private devotion, few milestones carry as much personal weight as the anniversary of a spiritual commitment. For Ayana Moon, a figure whose life has often been documented through the lens of public interest, reaching the 14-year mark of her journey in Islam has become a moment of profound … Read more
Educational institutions across Austria are voicing significant concerns as the government prepares to enforce a controversial headscarf ban for girls under the age of 14. The move, which is set to take effect in September 2026, has sparked a wave of apprehension among school administrators and educators who fear the policy will create untenable tensions … Read more
As Manchester United prepares for a crucial Premier League clash against Everton on February 24, 2026, a unique circumstance adds another layer to the fixture: the match coincides with the holy month of Ramadan. The game, scheduled for a 3:00 AM local time kickoff in the UK (8:00 PM GMT), presents a familiar challenge for … Read more
Ankara – A correspondent for Germany’s Deutsche Welle (DW) has been detained in Turkey, accused of “insulting the president” and spreading “misleading information.” Alican Uludağ was taken into custody in the capital, Ankara, on Thursday, according to a statement from the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office, and is expected to appear before a judge on … Read more