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Australia
Australia presses Israel’s Herzog for charges over Gaza strike killing aid worker
PM Albanese uses Israeli president’s visit to demand charges for 2024 strike on aid convoy that killed Australian Zomi Frankcom and her colleagues.
11 Feb 2026 - 5:10PM
United States
Walk for peace: Buddhist monks arrive in Washington after 3,700km journey
11 Feb 2026 - 1:14AM
Malaysia
Malaysia’s ‘illegal’ temple row: PM slams vigilantism after rally ban
9 Feb 2026 - 5:46PM
Pakistan
32 killed in Pakistan mosque suicide blast: ‘extremely powerful explosion’
The attack was the deadliest in Islamabad since September 2008, when 60 were killed in a suicide truck bomb blast at the Marriott hotel.
8 Feb 2026 - 1:46AM
Malaysia
Malaysian minister’s use of ‘Alhamdulillah’ sparks PAS’ objections
Nga Kor Ming’s use of the Arabic phrase in parliament prompted a warning by a PAS MP that it could ‘confuse Muslims’.
6 Feb 2026 - 5:32PM
Nigeria
Dozens of kidnapped Nigerian Christians released from captivity
Freedom for final 89 captives marks the end of a weeks-long ordeal for worshippers snatched from three churches in January.
6 Feb 2026 - 11:31AM
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How an iconic Indian comic series stays ‘immortal’
The Indian comic series Amar Chitra Katha was created to teach children about the Hindu universe of gods, legends and history.
2 Feb 2026 - 7:06PM
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Africa
Nigerian army kills top Boko Haram commander, 10 militants in night raid
Abu Khalid, a commander of Boko Haram in the Sambisa Forest in Borno state, was a key figure within ‘the terrorist hierarchy’ according to the army.
1 Feb 2026 - 11:21PM
Britain
‘Big statement’: Sarah Mullally confirmed as first female Archbishop of Canterbury
The worldwide Anglican Communion, including the US Episcopal Church, has no formal head, but the archbishop is its spiritual leader.
28 Jan 2026 - 8:42PM
Malaysia
Chinese mum’s Islamic preschool choice wins hearts, stirs debate in Malaysia
‘I didn’t expect this. I simply wanted to celebrate my son’s growth and multiculturalism,’ Low Zi Kang’s mother says.
27 Jan 2026 - 9:31AM
Japan
As Muslim tourism grows, can Japan adapt to travellers’ prayer needs?
In places where purpose-built prayer rooms are not feasible, experts say flexibility is vital to enhance visitor experience.
25 Jan 2026 - 11:49AM
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Malaysia
Malaysia’s Islamists preach ‘racial domination’ to woo young voters
They govern the north, dominate the opposition and claim to soon be the undisputed home of Malay nationalism. Is Putrajaya next for PAS?
24 Jan 2026 - 8:00AM
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India
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Men grab bull by the horns in Indian harvest festival
Critics have called the sport cruel, but for some it is a vital part of life in Tamil Nadu.
22 Jan 2026 - 5:19PM
India
Journalists in Indian Kashmir face censorship as police demand ‘peace’ pledges
Journalists face summons and pressure to vow not to ‘disturb peace’ following reports on state profiling of religious institutions.
21 Jan 2026 - 9:17PM
Japan
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Former Japanese leader Shinzo Abe’s killer sentenced to life
Under Japan’s legal system, the trial continued despite Tetsuya Yamagami admitting guilt to Abe’s murder.
21 Jan 2026 - 8:42PM
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Malaysia
‘Indecent’ aerobics: viral Zumba video triggers police probe in Malaysia
Headscarf-wearing instructors ignited a social media firestorm and religious backlash after being filmed performing in clothing considered skimpy.
20 Jan 2026 - 1:53PM
Nepal
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Nepali village hosts festive bullfighting event
Although the bullfight forms a significant part of the tradition, animal rights activists are urging the community to abandon the use of animals in festival celebrations.
19 Jan 2026 - 6:24PM
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Malaysia
Anwar’s reform record questioned after Malaysian reporter’s sedition arrest
Rex Tan’s arrest for asking a ‘sensitive question’ shows how a colonial-era act continues to hold back Malaysian reforms, critics say.
19 Jan 2026 - 5:21PM
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Australia
South Korean church deploys ‘special force’ to recruit Australian youths
The Shincheonji church compiles profiles of potential members to draw up personalised recruitment plans, according to a former member.
16 Jan 2026 - 4:54PM
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Malaysia
FMT apologises for racial query tying Malaysia’s ‘Chinese problem’ to Palestine
During a George Galloway lecture, a Free Malaysia Today reporter asked if the ‘Palestine problem’ parallels Malaysia’s ‘Chinese problem’.
15 Jan 2026 - 8:59PM
Indonesia
Indonesian comedian hit with blasphemy complaints over Netflix jokes
Pandji Pragiwaksono’s unfiltered set took aim at the president, but it was a quip about religious groups that triggered police reports.
15 Jan 2026 - 9:54PM
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Japanese worshippers brave ice bath for the new year
Participants wearing traditional loincloths or white gowns immerse themselves in a ritual ice bath.
12 Jan 2026 - 7:02PM
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Malaysia
‘We are not criminals’: Malaysian LGBTQ event faces conservative backlash
Police have launched an investigation into ‘Glamping With Pride’ after Islamic authorities raised an outcry.
12 Jan 2026 - 6:55PM
Israel
UN accuses Israel of subjecting Palestinians in West Bank to ‘apartheid’
For first time, UN rights chief labels situation in occupied Palestinian territories ‘apartheid’, a term previously used only by UN experts.
7 Jan 2026 - 7:06PM
Middle East
At least 16 dead in Iran during week of protests: rights groups
Rights groups report rising fatalities and hundreds of arrests in the biggest Iran protests in three years.
5 Jan 2026 - 10:01AM
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How the word avatar went from visiting gods to video games and sci-fi films
An avatar was the earthly incarnation of a Hindu god, and seen in other religions. Today, it’s a well-known word in films and video games.
4 Jan 2026 - 12:23PM
Middle East
Khamenei demands Iran rioters ‘be put in their place’ amid protests, Trump warning
As Trump warns the US is ‘locked and loaded’ to intervene, Iran’s supreme leader blames foreign enemies and orders a crackdown on nationwide unrest.
3 Jan 2026 - 8:27PM
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Middle East
At least 7 reported killed in Iran as unrest spreads beyond capital
Deaths may mark the start of a heavier-handed response by Iran over demonstrations which started in Tehran and have emerged elsewhere.
2 Jan 2026 - 2:13PM
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