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What happens during first 9 days of Dhul Hijjah as Muslims begin fasting and millions prepare for pilgrimage
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 28, 2025

In Eastleigh, a good number of people have already begun fasting from today. Many of them are expected to continue the fast daily until the 5th of Jun...

Sheikh Mohamed Umal urges Muslims to prioritise helping the poor over Mecca pilgrimage
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 15, 2025

The Sheikh urged Muslims who have already fulfilled the religious obligation of Hajj to consider spending their money in ways that benefit their commu...

Egypt cracks down on tourism companies after Hajj deaths
Reuters  |  Jun 23, 2024

Medical and security sources say at least 672 Egyptians died during this year's Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, with 31 deaths confirmed as being the result...

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