Virtually Islamic Blog

Gary R. Bunt

'IS' 'Caliph'

Mina al-Lami, BBC Monitoring, Analysis: What do we know about the new Islamic State leader?
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Arabic Language Thread

Tweeting Historians have an interesting thread on Arabic language … Discover More…

Aceh Punishment

Guardian, Indonesian man flogged after breaking adultery law he helped draw up
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'Instagram Slave Traders'

BBC News Arabic, Kuwait moves on Instagram slave traders after BBC investigation
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AI Virtual Ifta Initiative

The 'Virtual Ifta' service launched in Dubai. I've collected some of the coverage, and made a few observations. I took a quick look, but didn't try the WhatsApp element. Android/Apple apps are planned for this service, which is still in the early stages, which will improve ease of use. Question options are restricted at the moment. At this point, it is very much in launch mode. I will continue to monitor developments. Discover More…

Black Muslim History

Amaliah, 13 Resources and Initiatives on Black Muslim History– From the UK to USA Discover More…

Iraq Protests (updated)

Iraq protests - selected links and information Discover More…

AAR on Studying Religion

Elin Johnson, American Academy of Religion, Inside Higher Ed, Understanding, Not Endorsement Discover More…

Lebanon Satire

al Jazeera, Comedy, satire and the Lebanese protest movement Discover More…

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi - updated

Coverage on al-Baghdadi's death: Discover More…

KSA Social Media Storm

al Bawaba, French Kisses in Saudi? "Immodest" Behavior at Riyadh Color Run Shocks the Conservative Kingdom Discover More…
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