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In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Pope Francis warns against religious extremism

In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Pope Francis warns against religious extremism

Pope Francis said the Catholic Church would increase its efforts toward inter-religious dialogue in hopes of helping tamp down extremism.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith

Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith

In Muslim-majority Malaysia, implementing public health initiatives like PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) to prevent HIV infection required more than just medical planning. It demanded thoughtful consideration, the involvement of religious leaders, and careful communication to align with Islamic principles. As Malaysia integrates PrEP into its primary healthcare system, it’s setting a precedent that could serve as a model for other Muslim-majority countries. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Anita Suleiman, President of the College of Public Health Medicine at the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. She’s also the former Director of the Disease Control Division at the Ministry of Health, and has been widely credited as the architect of Malaysia’s PrEP programme.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Trump says if elected again he will send troops to US-Mexico border

Trump says if elected again he will send troops to US-Mexico border

Donald Trump also provided few specifics, including on exactly how he planned to expand on any ban imposed on Muslim-majority countries.
Thu Sep 21 2023
Indonesia jails woman who said Muslim prayer before eating pork

Indonesia jails woman who said Muslim prayer before eating pork

Indonesia is the largest Muslim-majority nation in the world and pork is considered 'haram,' or not permissible, under Islam.
Wed Sep 20 2023
In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Islamic preacher under fire over unorthodox views

In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Islamic preacher under fire over unorthodox views

Panji Gumilang was named a suspect by police, faces a maximum 10 years in prison if found guilt of blasphemy and hate speech.
Wed Aug 02 2023
Factbox: Who is running for president in Indonesia's 2024 election?

Factbox: Who is running for president in Indonesia's 2024 election?

Three men so far vying for the top job in the world's third-largest democracy and its most populous Muslim-majority country.
Fri Apr 21 2023
Muslims in most countries celebrate Eid Al-Adha today

Muslims in most countries celebrate Eid Al-Adha today

Most of the Muslim-majority countries around the world observe the four-day Eid al-Adha holiday starting from Saturday.
Sat Jul 09 2022
'Lightyear' makers unfazed by bans in places with 'backward beliefs'

'Lightyear' makers unfazed by bans in places with 'backward beliefs'

More than a dozen Muslim-majority countries have refused to show "Lightyear".
Sat Jun 18 2022
Two killed in Kashmir in wave of assassinations

Two killed in Kashmir in wave of assassinations

A wave of targeted killings drove more Hindu families to flee India's only Muslim-majority federal territory.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Monarchy reshaped as Malaysia's king looks to end political turmoil

Monarchy reshaped as Malaysia's king looks to end political turmoil

Malaysian monarchs play a figurehead role in the Muslim-majority country and rarely intervene in politics.
Thu Aug 19 2021
Biden swiftly begins sweeping away Trump's immigration barriers

Biden swiftly begins sweeping away Trump's immigration barriers

The executive actions, signed at a ceremony at the White House, included immediately lifting a travel ban on 13 mostly Muslim-majority and African countries.
Thu Jan 21 2021
Muslims call for French goods boycott to protest caricatures

Muslims call for French goods boycott to protest caricatures

The growing confrontation is raising political tensions between France and some Muslim-majority nations.
Tue Oct 27 2020
Nearly 300 Rohingya migrants come ashore in Indonesia

Nearly 300 Rohingya migrants come ashore in Indonesia

Muslim-majority Indonesia and neighbouring Malaysia are favoured destinations for Rohingya fleeing persecution and violence in Myanmar.
Mon Sep 07 2020
Modi's 'settler' masterplan for Indian Kashmir

Modi's 'settler' masterplan for Indian Kashmir

Modi's Hindu nationalist government aims to change the demographic makeup and identity of the Muslim-majority region, critics say.
Sat Aug 29 2020
10 dead, dozens wounded in twin bombing in Philippines

10 dead, dozens wounded in twin bombing in Philippines

The attack happened in Jolo in Muslim-majority Sulu, where government-backed security forces have long been fighting the Abu Sayyaf group.
Mon Aug 24 2020
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024