Mariam Saleh Binladen, a Saudi endurance swimmer and dentist has achieved a new women's world record time for crossing the Red Sea.

The Court of Justice of the European Union issued a ruling stating that, as long as it is done in a "general" approach that does not entail "direct discrimination", wearing hijab (Islamic head covering for women) may be banned in workplaces within member states.

Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, declared that women visiting Saudi Arabia can now complete their pilgrimages ( Hajj and Umrah) without the presence of a mahram, (male guardian).

A £1 café meal offer for individuals over the age of 60 was introduced by Asda, a British supermarket chain, as part of its latest 'winter warmer' initiative to help needy consumers facing a cost-of-living crisis.

To commemorate the Prophet Muhammad's birthday, members of Madrissa Al-Quba, a Muslim organisation in Oldham, gave away free sweets and roses in the town center.