Fire at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad Brought Under Control
A blaze at a workshop near the shrine caused heavy smoke but no injuries or damage to the buildings.
Djed Spence Becomes First Muslim to Play for England at the FIFA World Cup
Tottenham full-back made history for England at the 2026 World Cup after becoming the country’s first Muslim international player.
Australian Footballer Tete Yengi Embraces Islam After Adelaide Mosque Visit
25-year-old Socceroo recites the Shahada following a conversation with Mufti Ismail Menk.
Mufti Taqi Usmani Declares Cryptocurrency Trading Haram
Prominent Islamic scholar says crypto is not property under Shariah, making crypto purchases and resale impermissible.
Maher Al-Muaiqly Promoted to Professor of Islamic Jurisprudence
Grand Mosque imam Sheikh Dr. Maher Al-Muaiqly receives professorship in Fiqh from Umm Al-Qura University.
Masjid al-Haram Cooling System Maintains 22–24°C for Worshippers
One of the world’s largest cooling networks keeps the Grand Mosque comfortable during Umrah and peak summer heat.
Rushing to Hajr al-Aswad Before Prayer Ends Breaks Salah, Says Sheikh Sudais
Grand Mosque Imam warns that trying to kiss the Black Stone before the closing salutation is finished nullifies the prayer.
Reddit User Shares Stunning Handwritten Quran Passed Down Through Generations
A Moroccan-style handwritten Quran, fully vocalized and bound in tooled leather, shared by a Reddit user whose family has carried it for centuries.
Pakistan Opens Hajj 2027 Registration Online from June 22, 2026
Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs launches mandatory registration for all prospective pilgrims ahead of next year’s Hajj season.
Applications Open for Companies to Serve International Pilgrims at Hajj 2027
Companies serving international pilgrims can apply from 6–10 July 2026.
Get Free Quran in Your Language at Masjid an-Nabawi
Visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque can collect a free Quran in their own language. Distribution points are open after prayers at several gates.
Careem Bike Lets Pilgrims Ride to Madinah’s Historic Mosques for 29 SAR
Pilgrims in Madinah can rent e-bikes through the Careem app from stations near Masjid an-Nabawi to visit mosques and historic sites across the city.
Masjid an-Nabawi Opens Registration for Online Quran Memorization Course
Registration is open for men and women, with classes available in person and online from 20 Muharram to 16 Safar 1448 AH.
Masjid al-Haram Launches Second Summer Quran Course for 1448 AH
Free Quran memorisation, review, and recitation programme open to all at Masjid al-Haram.
11-Year-Old Atiqa Mir Wins Every Race at Karting Champions in Greece
The Dubai-based driver topped qualifying and won both heats and the final — a feat only two others have achieved in series history.