The education director of the Aust-Agder county in Norway decided that Muslim students will not be granted additional exemptions from swimming classes, if the reason is because they do not want to show bare skin. The education director cited that there is no legal basis for this kind of exemption, but suggested that Muslim girls…
According to sales reports and the Dutch National Platform of Swimming Pools, use of the burkini in the Netherlands has now reached “normal” status, as most swimming pools in the country now allow them to be worn. One burkini store in Meppel has hired extra staff to meet increased demand, and the Woordman Sportswear company…
The first stone has been laid in the construction of the Al-Nour Mulhouse mosque, marking the symbolic beginnings of construction which should be completed in 2011. The first stone was laid by the city’s mayor, Jean-Marie Bockel, who reminded the media of Mulhouse’s commitment toward religious diversity and dialogue. The prayer space will occupy 1358m2,…
Swedish swimming pools have begun to rent out burkinis, or full-body swimsuits that cover everything but the face, hands, and feet. The move is a nod to women who wish to not reveal too much of their body but still wish to take part in the recreational and exercise benefits of swimming faculties. For 30…
Muslim footballer Sulley Ali Muntari has been receiving positive response from Italian Muslims, after celebrating a recent goal by performing a prostration to God during an important Italian football match. Muntari, who was born in Ghana, plays for Italy’s Inter Milan, and scored the winning goal against Juventus. A supporter of Muntari said that they…
