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UK Muslim leaders pay tribute to ‘voice of conscience’ Pope Francis
The leader of the Catholic church, who has died at 88, ‘extended his hand in genuine friendship to Muslims around the world’
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France moves closer to a total ban on hijabs
As the French parliament mulls a complete ban on the wearing of headscarves in all sporting competitions, Hyphen examines the country’s long campaign against Muslim coverings
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Unbearable workloads are making teachers quit UK classrooms
Thousands of burnt-out staff are leaving every year for new careers and jobs abroad
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The litter-picking groups helping to keep Birmingham clean
As the bin strike continues, community organisations that have been tackling the city’s flytipping problem for years are stepping in to help
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Ukraine’s mufti-turned-fighter Said Ismagilov on the battle for his homeland
Said Ismagilov once helped lead Umma, an umbrella group for Ukrainian Sunnis. He discusses frontline life — and his fears over US-led peace talks
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The mosques opening up to help with substance misuse in their communities
Recovery workers are seeing changing attitudes towards drug and alcohol addiction in the Muslim community, with more mosques taking steps to address these issues
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Hamid Patel: Appointment of Ofsted chief a ‘landmark’ for British Muslims
The Star Academies premier is the first Muslim to hold the position of chair in Ofsted’s history. One former colleague spoke of his ‘wisdom’
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Halal businesses ought to support Muslim artists, says thinktank
Britain’s multibillion halal industry, spanning food, beauty and fintech, should help finance Muslim cultural initiatives, according to Equi
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Exiled Syrian TV chef Malakeh Jazmati makes first trip home since Assad fell
Deciding to return was easy. But with children at school in Germany, and Syria in ruins, nothing else is straightforward for the restaurateur
