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Zakat Foundation of America launches annual Ramadan Humanitarian Campaign

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 News Editor News Editor No Comments

Zakat Foundation of America launches annual Ramadan Humanitarian Campaign As Muslims around the world prepare to welcome the holy month of Ramadan, Zakat Foundation of America (ZFA) has launched its annual Ramadan 2026 humanitarian campaign, prioritizing food security for the world’s most vulnerable communities. This year’s response focuses urgently on families facing catastrophic hunger in…

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Zakat Foundation of America honors memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Zakat Foundation of America honors memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Zakat Foundation of America honors MLK legacy by providing aid and assistance to the poor and needy in Chicago area, 8 states and 48 service events in locations around the country. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King the Zakat Foundation of America has initiated a National Day of Service program across…

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O’Hare Airport inspector threatens to dismantle Muslim prayer tent authorized in 2022

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

O’Hare Airport inspector threatens to dismantle Muslim prayer tent authorized in 2022 A Prayer tent authorized in 2022 to accommodate prayers for Muslim Uber/Lyft drivers at O’Hare Airport is being threatened with removal. The tent is located at 10400 W. Johnson Road in Des Plaines in a side area of the vehicle staging lot that…

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ICD Hosts its Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Ramadan “Iftar” Dinner:

March 30, 2024March 30, 2024 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

ICD Hosts its Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Ramadan “Iftar” Dinner: On March 26, 2024, the Islamic Center of Detroit (ICD) held its annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Ramadan ‘Iftar”. The “Iftar” Dinner (breaking the fast) was held with a full house of various law enforcement agencies at all levels local, state, and federal as well as…

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Muslim American woman challenges unresponsive Congressman Sean Casten in March 19 Democratic primary

November 21, 2023November 21, 2023 rayhanania 1 Comment

Muslim American woman challenges unresponsive Congressman Sean Casten in March 19 Democratic primary By Ray Hanania Congressman Sean Casten, who has failed to live up to his promises to outreach and include Arab and Muslim Americans in the last election, is being challenged in th March 19, 2024 Democratic Primary election by healthcare activist Mahnoor…

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CAIR-MA Calls for Hate Crime Probe of ‘Nazi’ Vandalism Targeting Boston Palestinian, Islamic Sign

October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

CAIR-MA Calls for Hate Crime Probe of ‘Nazi’ Vandalism Targeting Boston Palestinian, Islamic Sign Arabs and Muslims are being targeted by racist hatred in wake of Hamas violence and Israeli war crimes in the Gaza Strip. But American police agencies and politicians are calling only for protections for Jewish citizens and synagogues at many U.S….

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CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection

October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection The Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) today condemned a reported Quran-burning incident by a student in Naperville, Illinois, and warned of a troubling connection to the Islamophobic and extremist RSS Hindutva movement that has been internationally-condemned for its anti-minority ideology…

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Ziyad Brothers congratulates brewers of Bavaria non-alcoholic beer for receiving international award

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 rayhanania 1 Comment

Ziyad Brothers congratulates brewers of Bavaria non-alcoholic beer for receiving international award Cicero, IL — Swinkels Family Brewers won the “Sustainable Brewery of the Year” award at the Icons of Beer 2023 competition organized by the World Beer Awards, an international organization that also annually rates the best beers. The award was immediately hailed by…

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Dingell, Tlaib Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr

April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Dingell, Tlaib Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) this week introduced a resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr, the observance of the conclusion of Ramadan, and offering best wishes and support to all Muslims for a joyous and meaningful celebration. “As the holy month of Ramadan comes to a close,…

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Essential recipes and ingredients during Ramadan

April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 News Editor News Editor 2 Comments

Essential recipes and ingredients during Ramadan Ramadan is an important month-long religious observance for Muslims who observe it by fasting, prayer, reflection, and community engagement. The 30 day period of fasting begins at sunrise and ends as sunset and observant Muslims eat only before sunrise for the “Suhoor” and after sunset for the “Iftar.” The evening Iftar…

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“Ramy” cable series melds Arab world reality with every day American life

October 22, 2022October 23, 2022 rayhanania 1 Comment

“Ramy” cable series melds Arab world reality with every day American life By Ray Hanania As a Palestinian writer in America, my lifelong ambition is to write a TV series that portrays Arabs to Americans as being “no different” than other Americans. If I were to script that show someday, I would call it “Everybody…

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Chicago Mayoral candidate Dr. Willie Wilson promises to support Arabs and Muslims

July 16, 2022July 16, 2022 rayhanania No Comments

Chicago Mayoral candidate Dr. Willie Wilson promises to support Arabs and Muslims By Ray Hanania Chicago Mayoral candidate Dr. Willie Wilson promised to ensure that Arabs and Muslims will be included in his administration during a visit he made to celebrate the Eid Al Adha with Chicagoland’s Muslim community. Wilson joined the Muslim community for…

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US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions

April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 rayhanania No Comments

US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions America’s only weekday morning and afternoon live radio network will feature a range of voices, personalities and traditions during the month of Ramadan says U.S. Arab Radio President Laila Alhusini, including several specials during the week U.S. Arab Radio congratulates the Muslim community on the beginning…

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Arab gas station owners targeted in futile Lightfoot stunt to stop street gang violence

September 8, 2021September 9, 2021 rayhanania 1 Comment

Arab gas station owners targeted in futile Lightfoot stunt to stop street gang violence • Dozens of gas stations with food sections have been shut down over minor code violations and kept closed for weeks during repeated inspections in a stunt by Mayor Lori Lightfoot to try to stop street gang violence • Citing electrical cord use,…

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Muslim Charity to Distribute 20,000 Pounds of Meat and 2,000 Backpacks & School Supplies

July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 rayhanania No Comments

Muslim Charity to Distribute 20,000 Pounds of Meat and 2,000 Backpacks & School Supplies ICNA Relief Chicago (icnarelief.org), the local chapter of the national nonprofit, has, so far, distributed over 200,000 pounds of food, serving over 25,000 individuals in need within the Chicagoland area in 2021. On July 31 and August 7, the organization will…

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New book: I was a French Muslim by Mokhtar Mokhtefi

June 17, 2021June 17, 2021 rayhanania No Comments

New book: I was a French Muslim by Mokhtar Mokhtefi Coming later this year Born in 1935 in a French-colonized Algerian village, Mokhtar Mokhtefi came of age amidst the growing independence movements. He saw the effects of France’s 130-year colonization of his country, and the brutal tactics they used to stay in power: arresting and…

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Arab American Heritage Month, Ramadan feted by Journalists and elected officials

April 22, 2021July 16, 2022 rayhanania No Comments

Arab American Heritage Month, Ramadan feted by Journalists and elected officials The Arab American Democratic Club hosted a forum of journalists and elected officials and community leaders on Thursday April 22, 2021 to discuss both Ramadan and Arab American Heritage Month (April). The panel included a video message offering both Ramadan Kareem messages and a celebratory…

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CAIR wishes Ramadan Kareem to all Muslims

April 13, 2021 rayhanania No Comments

CAIR wishes Ramadan Kareem to all Muslims On behalf of the entire CAIR family, I pray that you and your loved ones are safe and healthy as we enter this blessed month of Ramadan. We thank God for blessing us with the ability to reach Ramadan. We also thank God for helping us to meet…

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