Islamonline: Social Responsibility High on ICNA-MAS Convention
HARTFORD, Connecticut – The 31st annual convention of the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) kicks off on Friday, June 30, with a strong focus on social awareness and responsibility among American Muslims. "American Muslims must get more involved in society and social outreach work, such as helping the homeless, and disaster victims," Dr. Zahid […]
ICNA Arizona: A new begining
Known for cactus, heat, UFOs and illegal immigration, the Grand Canyon state of Arizona is home to 6 million people. It's economy relied only on its natural resources until a few years ago when the high-tech industry led by Intel started making its presence felt. Arizona was rarely mentioned when talking about the American Muslim community. […]
Indonesia quake kills more than 3,000
JAKARTA, Indonesia (CNN) — Rescue crews in devastated central Java on Sunday scrambled to reach survivors of the massive 6.3-magnitude earthquake that killed more than 3,000 people, injured thousands and flattened communities in the heavily populated Indonesian region. The United Nations and aid agencies mobilized to provide health care, water, food, tents and other supplies. […]