The US is tightening the noose around the necks of the Muslims of Iran, using the styles of sanctions, economic siege and military deterrence. On 20 August 2026, Thomas "Tommy" Pigott, the Spokesperson of the US Department of State, released a press statement declaring, “For decades, the Iranian regime has used Hezbollah to spread terror throughout the Middle East.

The 12th of Rabi' al-Awwal should appropriately be commemorated by Muslims, even if doing so is not a religious obligation. It marks the birth date (mawlid) of the greatest of mankind, elevated by Allah (swt) as the Seal of the Prophets. He is Muhammad (saw), whose birth and entire life were truly extraordinary, making him the most exceptional human being not only in this world but also in the Hereafter.

On 14 August 2026, Jason Arday, Cambridge's youngest-ever Black professor was found dead at his London home. He had resigned on 5th August, after accusations of plagiarising parts of his PhD thesis, and other accusations about inconsistencies in statements about his career and achievements.

This verse was revealed in response to the kuffar (disbelievers) and the Jews who objected to—and mocked—the use of the spider and the fly as examples. They questioned how Allah (swt) could cite such lowly creatures as parables. Their objection stemmed from obstinacy and arrogance; for no two rational people would disagree on the wondrous nature of Allah’s creation,