Muslim News Digest, July 2026

بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ
Muslim Digest
Editor: Zulfiqar Malik, Overland Park, Kansas, USA.
MUSLIM NEWS DIGEST, JULY 2026

AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY:

At 250 America's Muslims are proud of our country but in a debate with ourselves. Hill. https://thehill.com/opinion/civil-rights/5948376-muslim-americans-patriotic-identity/

A timeline of Islam in America: Helping children discover their history. Wisconsin Muslim Journal. 
https://wisconsinmuslimjournal.org/https-www-soundvision-com-article-a-timeline-of-islam-in-america-helping-children-discover-their-historysthash-x4bod5sb-dpbs/

Where is Muslim-American assimilation headed? City Journal. 
https://www.city-journal.org/article/muslims-america-us-assimilation

Loving your community while remaining steadfast in your faith. Zahara Alzubaidi, Islamic Horizons. 
https://islamichorizons.net/being-muslim-american-in-2026/

USA NEWS:

New Connecticut law establishes Arab and Islamic studies for schools: 'A positive sign.' CT Insider. 
https://www.ctinsider.com/news/education/article/connecticut-islamic-arab-studies-22339473.php

Massachusetts on the brink: State advances first-ever permanent commission solely to Islam. New Bedford Guide. 
https://www.newbedfordguide.com/massachusetts-state-advances-first-ever-permanent-commission-dedicated-solely-islam/2026/07/21

Muslim nonprofit acquires former Catholic seminary in Bay Shore, NY. Long Island Business News. 
https://libn.com/2026/07/15/united-american-muslim-association-buys-bay-shore-seminary/

Muslim life and culture in Kansas City. Farooq Ahmed. Visit KC. 
https://www.visitkc.com/articles/muslim-life-culture-in-kansas-city/

Subscribe to Islamic Horizons magazine. 
https://isna.net/islamic-horizons

San Diego mosque shooting shows the importance of teaching pluralism. RNS. https://religionnews.com/2026/05/28/san-diego-mosque-shooting-shows-importance-of-teaching-pluralism/

After years fostering interfaith ties, San Diego mosque finds allies in grief. RNS. https://religionnews.com/2026/05/21/after-years-fostering-interfaith-ties-san-diego-mosque-finds-allies-in-grief/

Interfaith Alliance condemns horrific attack on Islamic Center of San Diego, stresses need to confront anti-Muslim bigotry. 
https://www.interfaithalliance.org/post/interfaith-alliance-condemns-horrific-attack-on-islamic-center-of-san-diego-stresses-need-to-confront-anti-muslim-bigotry

Best practices for mosque and community safety. CAIR. 
https://www.cairwa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CAIR_Mosque_Safety_Guide.pdf

After a heated, nearly 5-hour meeting, Bernalillo County, New Mexico allowed a mosque to be built in the North Valley. 
Albuquerque News. https://www.krqe.com/news/albuquerque-metro/after-heated-near-five-hour-meeting-bernalillo-county-allows-mosque-to-be-built-in-the-north-valley/

John Esposito transformed how the West understood Islam. 
Aljazeera. https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/7/17/john-esposito-transformed-how-the-west-understood-islam

Senator Elizabeth Warren endorsesAbdul El-Sayed for U.S. Senate. Deadline Detroit. 
https://www.deadlinedetroit.com/articles/34847/sen_elizabeth_warren_endorses_abdul_el-sayed_for_u_s_senate

Why conservative commentators changed their views on Islam? Religion Unplugged. https://religionunplugged.com/news/why-did-conservative-commentators-change-their-tune-on-islam

Why are Middle Easterners considered white on the U.S. census? Legal Clarity. https://legalclarity.org/why-middle-easterners-are-considered-white-on-the-us-census/

Shayma Alzubi rejects $130,000 FWISD role, seeks principal reinstatement. Dallas Express. 
https://dallasexpress.com/tarrant/shayma-alzubi-rejects-130k-fwisd-role-seeks-principal-reinstatement/

Frisco, Texas man sentenced to 50 years for brutal machete attack on mosque security guard. Fox 4 News. 
https://www.fox4news.com/news/frisco-man-sentenced-50-years-brutal-machete-attack-mosque-security-guard

After mall stabbing, Utah faith leaders warn against anti-Muslim rhetoric. RNS. https://religionnews.com/2026/07/15/muslim-man-stabbed-multiple-times-because-of-his-faith-police-say/

A New Jersey man says he was almost kicked off a plane after a flight attendant found shirt offensive. CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/united-flight-offensive-t-shirt-atlanta-newark/

Bacon on desk, threatened with knife; New Jersey town paid Muslim worker $100,000 to settle. Patch. https://patch.com/new-jersey/lawrenceville/bacon-desk-threatened-knife-nj-town-paid-muslim-worker-100k-settle

Street to be named after NYPD officer killed in Midtown mass shooting. PIX11. https://pix11.com/news/local-news/street-to-be-named-after-nypd-officer-killed-in-midtown-mass-shooting/amp/

Pakistan-origin physician Asif Mahmood elected chair of US commission on religious freedom. Dawn. 
https://www.dawn.com/news/2017231
 

EID AL-ADHA

Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Adha, the festival of sacrifice. Aljazeera.https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2026/5/27/muslims-worldwide-celebrate-eid-al-adha-the-festival-of-sacrifice

Christian clergy form a protective human chain around Dearborn Eid prayers. Michigan Live. https://www.mlive.com/news/detroit/2026/05/christian-clergy-form-protective-human-chain-around-dearborn-eid-prayers.html

Islamic holiday Eid al-Adha to be recognized as holiday for Rochester, Minnesota Public Schools. KTTC. https://www.kttc.com/2026/06/05/islamic-holiday-eid-recognized-holiday-rochester-public-schools/

INTERNATIONAL:

Islamic Relief launches emergency response to deadly Bangladesh floods. https://islamic-relief.org/news/islamic-relief-launches-emergency-response-to-deadly-bangladesh-floods/

Qatar Red Crescent sends humanitarian aid and medical teams to Venezuela. Qatar Tribune. https://www.qatar-tribune.com/article/243066/latest-news/qatar-red-crescent-sends-humanitarian-aid-and-medical-teams-to-venezuela/amp

European Union rallies $1 billion in  pledges for Gaza's recovery. Boston Herald. https://www.bostonherald.com/2026/07/13/european-union-pledges-aid-for-gaza-reconstruction/

FIFA glory returns to Spain: From the inquisition to inclusion. Dr. Aslam Abdullah. https://www.draslamabdullah.com/post/fifa-glory-returns-to-spain-from-the-inquisition-to-inclusion

The Uzbekistan forum explores Islamic civilization's role in modern science. Euro News. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/uzbekistan-forum-explores-islamic-civilisations-role-in-modern-science

Muhammad most popular boys' name in England for the third straight year. National News. https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uk/2026/07/09/muhammad-most-popular-boys-name-in-england-for-third-straight-year/

King Charles hails Europe's first eco mosque during Cambridge visit. Independent. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/king-charles-cambridge-mosque-eco-europe-b3018312.html

London Mayor Sadiq Khan appointed to the House of Lords. Reuters. https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/london-mayor-sadiq-khan-appointed-house-lords-2026-07-16/

Pakistan-made football floats in space in NASA science test. Minute Mirror. https://minutemirror.com.pk/pakistan-made-football-floats-in-space-in-nasa-science-test-576732/

INSPIRATION:

Paris' Grand Mosque celebrates its 100th anniversary and interfaith dialogue. AP News. https://apnews.com/article/france-paris-mosque-100-anniversary-muslims-876f1f4ce27ad747813811793cec55e2

Mecca Museum offers history of the Quran's preservation. IQNA. https://iqna.ir/en/news/3498243/mecca-museum-offers-history-of-the-qurans-preservation

In a year of faith-talking Democrats, a Muslim candidate speaks up. Baptist News. https://baptistnews.com/article/in-a-year-of-faith-talking-democrats-a-muslim-candidate-speaks-up/

A German public university creates Islamic theology faculty. DW. https://www.dw.com/en/german-public-university-creates-islamic-theology-faculty/a-77801506

Halal food on campus: What countries and universities do it best in 2026? Study International. https://studyinternational.com/news/halal-food-in-university-dining/

Why Muhammad Ali's Hollywood Walk of Fame star stands above rest. Daily Sabah. https://www.dailysabah.com/sports/why-muhammad-alis-hollywood-walk-of-fame-star-stands-above-rest/news

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ISLAMIC DATES: https://fiqhcouncil.org/calendar/
Aug 14. 1st of Rabi Awwal
Sep 12. 1st of Rabi Thani
Oct 12. 1st of Jamada ola
Nov 11. 1st of Jamada Ukhra
Dec 10. 1st of Rajab
CALENDAR OF ISLAMIC HOLIDAYS JUNE 2026- JUNE 2027. https://files.constantcontact.com/d97221ec001/a6f778aa-d086-4bdf-955c-2ad6d1998f94.pdf
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS, NATIONAL:
Jul 25-27. Washington DC. World Children's Festival. https://icaf.org/programs/world-childrens-festival
Jul 26-Aug 1. MYNA Summer Camps. https://www.myna.org/summercamp
Aug 6. Washington DC. CAIR's Annual Muslim Youth Leadership Symposium. https://www.cair.com/press_releases/registration-opens-for-cairs-11th-annual-d-c-muslim-youth-leadership-symposium-on-capitol-hill-myls2026/
Sep 4-6. 37th Annual Muslim Convention. The Mosque Cares. Video LiveStream. https://www.muslimconvention.net/
Sep 4-7. Detroit. 63rd Annual ISNA Convention. https://hq.isna.net/annual-convention
Sep 5-6. Detroit. ISNA Matrimonial Banquet. Male Participants https://isna.tfaforms.net/40, Female Participants https://isna.tfaforms.net/34
Sep 12-13. Washington DC. CAIR National Policy Conference. https://bit.ly/caircon2026
Sep 20-22. Washington DC. Annual Palestine Advocacy Days. https://ajpaction.org/mark-your-calendars-for-palestine-advocacy-days/
Oct 10. CAIR Washington 25 Year Celebration. https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/cair-wa-2026-banquet
Oct 24. Tampa, FL. ISNA Day in Tampa 2026. https://isna.tfaforms.net/51
Nov 7. USCMO Annual Gala and General Assembly. https://uscmo.org/
Nov 26-28. Chicago. 2026 Palestine Convention. https://palestineconvention.org/
Dec 10-13. Charlotte, NC. 22nd Annual Muslim Journal Conference. Register https://bit.ly/grateful2026
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