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Rabbi Defends Ramadan Event Amidst Political Firestorm

Rabbi Charley Baginsky defended a recent Ramadan event in Trafalgar Square, calling public prayer a part of British identity, not a threat. The event sparked political debate, with critics labeling it divisive, but Rabbi Baginsky emphasized interfaith understanding and social cohesion. She highlighted that diverse faith expressions enrich society and that the safety of Jewish and Muslim communities are interconnected.

4 weeks ago
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Istanbul’s Ramadan Lights: A Dying Art Needs Saving

Istanbul's historic Ramadan mahya, messages of light strung between minarets, face extinction as few apprentices are willing to learn the demanding craft. Master craftsman Kahra Yildiz, one of the last practitioners, fears this 400-year-old tradition will disappear in favor of digital displays.

2 months ago