Malaysian wins challenge against Islamic law banning gay sex
A Malaysian man wins the country’s first legal challenge against Islamic laws banning gay sex.
Tag: Islam
Tens of thousands take part in anti-France rally in Bangladesh
More than 50,000 people took part Monday in the biggest demonstration yet in Bangladesh over French President Emmanuel Macron’s defence of the right to publish cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed.
Erdogan doubles down in backlash against Macron
The backlash against President Emmanuel Macron’s comments on Islam intensifies.
Indonesia’s new halal law: Impact on the political economy
Indonesia’s new halal certification law will be implemented by the end of 2019. What are the implications of the upcoming halal law on the country’s political economy and on Indonesia’s ambition to be a global halal hub?
Villagers say faith forbids surrogacy
Sos Ty, chief of the Muslim village where the raids occurred, denies any of the Cambodian-Muslim women are involved.
Hun Sen wishes peace for Ramadhan
Prime Minister Hun Sen yesterday wished all Cambodian Muslims harmony and peace during the holy month of Ramadhan.
Sri Lanka imposes state of emergency
Sri Lanka declares a state of emergency for 10 days to stop the spread of communal violence between Buddhists and Muslims.
Buddhists, Muslims clash in Sri Lanka
Five people are wounded in a clash between majority Sinhalese Buddhists and minority Muslims in eastern Sri Lanka.
New MoU to tap halal potential
Malaysia seeks to develop Cambodia’s potential in the manufacturing of halal food products.
‘Niqab Squad’ takes aim at face veil prejudice
Riding a horse or nailing an archery target is tough at the best of times – it’s even harder when you’re wearing a niqab.
Conversion by force denied
An Indian woman whose marriage to a Muslim was annulled at her Hindu father’s request has denies she was forcibly converted to Islam.
Ritual spreads its blessings
In Kampong Trolach, an Islamic ritual is held to provided beef, and help make some money for villagers who sell meat.
Royals in rare bid for tolerance
Malaysia’s royals made a rare intervention, calling for unity and religious harmony after “excessive actions” in the name of Islam.
