Topic: Europe
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What a mosque fire shows about Muslim life in Pedro Sánchez’s Spain
Spain positions itself as a progressive outlier in Europe. But the authorities’ response to a suspected arson attack has highlighted gaps in justice
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How Vox made halal school meals into a culture war in Spain
A new decree aims to guarantee dietary alternatives for students. But the far right has framed halal food as a threat to national identity
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When is Hajj 2026?
Hajj 2026 is expected to fall in late May, with key dates including Arafah and Eid al-Adha varying slightly by moon sighting
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Kurdish star Aynur brings a message of resilience to the UK
The popular artist blends traditional and contemporary forms into an empowering sound of her own
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Muslim families say Islamophobia is shaping Austria’s schools
As Austria prepares to introduce a headscarf ban for girls under 14, rights groups warn anti-Muslim rhetoric is fuelling discrimination in classrooms.
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Crousty: how a halal chicken dish became a viral trend in France
A chicken-and-rice tray popularised on TikTok has triggered a riot and stoked debate about class, race and French cuisine. Even KFC wants a bite
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Ramadan in Europe’s far-right heartlands
From Nice to Monfalcone and Thuringia, Muslims mark the holy month as nationalist parties reshape the politics of public space
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Ramzi Hammad is carving out a new identity for the Zurich jazz scene
The Swiss-Palestinian drummer and band leader’s work blends Arabic musical traditions with the spontaneous thrill of improvisation
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How a Nigerian-Irish teacher hopes to reform Ireland’s school system
Frustrated by the lack of support for educators from ethnic minority backgrounds, Baisat Alawiye started an initiative to change that
