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Indonesia has over 270 million people, making it the most populous Muslim country in the world, yet faces rising Islamist influence and intolerance.
Homo sapiens, anatomically modern humans, have lived in Africa's Great Rift Valley for about 200,000 years, marking the beginning of human history.
William the Conqueror invaded England in 1066, marking the end of the Dark Ages, a period often mischaracterized as an age of decline.
In March 2015, 15-year-old Leonora Messing disappeared, prompting her father, Maik, to confront the reality of her joining the Islamic State.
Christian art from the Dark Ages includes a letter square found in Pompeii, dating back to 79 AD, that reveals early evidence of Christianity.
Between 1971 and 1979, Idi Amin's regime was responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Ugandans and the displacement of many more.
The Order of the Temple was created by a handful of devoted knights in 1120 in the heart of the Holy Land.
Hagia Sophia's dome soars 180 feet high and has survived centuries of earthquakes since its completion in 537 AD, transforming from church to mosque to museum.
70% of Malaysia is covered by tropical forests, which are facing intensive exploitation as the country balances natural heritage and industrial activities.
Over 16 million people live shoulder to shoulder in Istanbul, a city marked by chaos, economic challenges, and a vibrant cultural scene.
Six million Jews were killed during the Holocaust, leading to a global recognition of the need for a Jewish state in the aftermath of World War II.
Eighty percent of Qatar's population lives in Doha, a city that has transformed dramatically over the past 50 years.
Cameroon has had no civil war, major ethnic or religious clashes, or violent coups since gaining independence in 1960.
A high rate of unemployment in Ghana has led many individuals to engage in phone and internet scams, intertwining their actions with local beliefs in witchcraft.
Ludovic-Mohamed Zahed fights for a more inclusive Islam for gay Muslims in France.
In 2011, Thomas Evans, at 21, left his home in Buckinghamshire to join Al Shabaab in Somalia, becoming the only known white British man in the group.
Mecca and Medina serve as pivotal religious centers in Saudi Arabia, influencing both the nation's identity and the interpretation of Islam among its leaders.
11 million Christians remain in the Middle East today, a sharp decline from one in four people in the early 20th century.
Over a billion Muslims pray five times a day towards Mecca, but new research suggests the true origins of Islam may lie elsewhere.
Over a billion Muslims pray towards a black rock in Mecca, but new research suggests the original holy city may actually be Petra.
A 94-year-old woman who was a member of the Hitler Youth shares an apartment in Berlin with a Syrian refugee named Amer.
Dan Gibson presents evidence suggesting that the holy city of Mecca may be incorrectly located, challenging the direction of prayer for 1.6 billion Muslims.
On May 18, 1268, Mamluke forces led by Baybars captured Antioch, marking a significant defeat for the Christians in the Crusades.
The Sacred City claims Mecca may be in the wrong location for 1.6 billion Muslims praying.
Over a billion Muslims pray five times a day towards a Black Rock in Mecca, while new research questions the city's historical significance in Islam.
Nearly half of all marriages in rural Kyrgyzstan involve bride kidnapping, a practice that remains prevalent despite being illegal.
More than 1,000 Afghan refugees are housed in luxury hotels along the Albanian coast, avoiding overcrowded camps.
Amena, a woman from Sheffield, navigates her identity as a British Muslim while raising two young sons with her Yemeni husband.
Contemporary Jews and Christians confront mutual prejudices and stereotypes while exploring pathways to understanding and respect in their interfaith relations.
In France and the United Kingdom, the increasing presence of religion in public spaces raises concerns about social cohesion and the influence of religious practices on civil life.
In Bangladesh, Christian leaders confront opposition from "insiders" who practice Islam while claiming to follow Jesus, raising questions about dual faith.
Salafists in Germany grow rapidly, raising concerns about radicalization and terrorism.
This investigation profiles Egyptian Mohamed Atta on the twentieth anniversary of 9/11.
Adel Al-Jubeir discusses Wahhabism's link to extremism in Saudi Arabia and blames Iran.
Ancient art challenges the boundaries of Muslim beliefs by examining its historical significance and cultural impact across various Islamic societies.
Ancient Persia's religious landscape before the rise of Islam reveals a complex belief system that significantly influenced Persian culture and history.
Anjem Choudary discusses the struggles of Muslims and the push for Sharia law in Britain.
Nearly 100 people died in the Bataclan attack, prompting French Muslims to express feelings of being treated as second-class citizens.
Young Muslims in Sweden navigate the complexities of their faith and identity in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, facing societal challenges and renewed orthodoxy.
In France, the 2004 'veil law' has intensified debates about the hijab's role in identity and religion among the growing Muslim minority in Europe.
In March 2006, Morocco's government promotes female priests to combat extremism in Islam.
Tommy Robinson organizes a protest march on February 6, 2016, in a car park just outside Birmingham city center for the UK arm of Pegida.
An openly gay Imam in Marseille fights for LGBTQ+ acceptance in Islam and advocates for tolerance.
Prominent French imams travel across Europe to pray for victims of terrorist attacks, aiming to promote unity and address criticisms of Muslim communities.
Fifteen thousand inmates were held in Kabul's Pul-e-Charkhi prison during the Taliban's first rule, reflecting the regime's strict control over dissent.
Enslaved people in the New World faced immense challenges in observing Ramadan, yet their resilience contributed to the broader narrative of equality and diversity in the U.S.
Texas is home to about 400,000 Muslims, including several American converts who have left their Christian backgrounds for Islam.
Robert Guest discusses how Western Muslims are becoming more liberal amid Islamist tensions.
