Muslim American candidates competed across about 23 states in the 2026 midterms. Early results show congressional firsts and victories in state and local elections.

American Shia Muslims are marking the martyrdom of Sayeda Fatima al-Zahra, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. Here is who she was, why she is mourned, and how the Shrine of Imam Ali in Najaf has been draped in black.

The Najaf Hawza, a Shia seminary, is marking 1,000 years since Sheikh al-Tusi arrived in the city. Here is its history, the role of Grand Ayatollah Sistani, and why it matters in America.

Olga Mokrova, the UN's Senior Security Adviser for Iraq, visited the Holy Shrine of Imam Husain (AS) in Karbala and said his name inspires Muslims and even Christians like herself. Here is who Imam Husain (AS) is, and why his message speaks to people of all faiths.

American Shia Muslims Observe Arbaeen, the World's Largest Annual Peaceful Gathering