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Syariah law

In Texas, Republicans make syariah a focal point of election campaigns

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a law banning syariah compounds In Texas.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a law banning syariah compounds In Texas.

Malaysia suspends licence of Melaka hotel touted as ‘gay-friendly’ on website

‘Bare shoulders’ backlash: Malaysia artistes turn to self-censorship amid syariah-oversight concerns

Dolla is a Malaysian group consisting of Angel, Sabronzo and Tabby. (pictured left to right)
Dolla is a Malaysian group consisting of Angel, Sabronzo and Tabby. (pictured left to right)

Actor Aliff Aziz, actress Ruhainies plead guilty to khalwat offence

Aliff Aziz (second from left)
Aliff Aziz (second from left)

Two men publicly flogged in Indonesia for gay sex

The men were caned with a rattan stick as dozens watched on.
The men were caned with a rattan stick as dozens watched on.

PAS pushes Islamic agenda with eye on next Malaysia election

Recent measures, such as endorsing a controversial public caning in Terengganu, appear to be aimed at bolstering PAS’ image as a staunch defender of syariah law.
Recent measures, such as endorsing a controversial public caning in Terengganu, appear to be aimed at bolstering PAS’ image as a staunch defender of syariah law.

Public caning in Terengganu over syariah offence sparks tensions

Carpenter Mohd Affendi Awang being escorted by prison officers to a room at a mosque in Kuala Terengganu to receive six lashes for a syariah offence.
Carpenter Mohd Affendi Awang being escorted by prison officers to a room at a mosque in Kuala Terengganu to receive six lashes for a syariah offence.

Top Indian court’s alimony verdict for Muslim women prompts debate on religious laws

The Supreme Court's July 10 verdict allows Muslim women to claim maintenance under secular law.
The Supreme Court's July 10 verdict allows Muslim women to claim maintenance under secular law.

Polygamy down sharply, in line with incomes in post-pandemic Malaysia

The decline was attributed largely to the syariah court’s concerns that the husbands would not be able to support multiple wives financially.
The decline was attributed largely to the syariah court’s concerns that the husbands would not be able to support multiple wives financially.

Single mother is first woman to be whipped for ‘khalwat’ in Terengganu

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