JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) — A survey by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has revealed that fishing crew members continue to face serious rights violations, including forced labor, lack of written contracts, excessive working hours, and inadequate access to social pr...
MNTV News Desk While the world often associates Southeast Asia with tropical beaches, ancient temples, and bustling metropolises, a different, deeply spiritual side of the region emerges during Ramadan. Across Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Brunei, and beyond, communities mark the holy month with diverse traditions—some centuries-old, ot...
QUEZON CITY, Philippines (MNTV) – A Philippines army unit has launched a mobile kitchen to provide iftar meals for Muslim communities during Ramadan, reinforcing connections between government agencies and diverse communities. The Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Joint Task Force National Capital Region (JTF-NCR) distributed 2,000 hot me...
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia (MNTV) – The Malaysian tradition of ‘moreh’—a communal meal enjoyed after tarawih prayers during Ramadan—has evolved from a simple post-iftar snack into an extravagant late-night feast. While this practice fosters community bonding, health experts warn that overconsumption, particularly of calorie-dense foods, poses ser...
JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) – Three Indonesian designers’ collections captivated audiences at Melbourne Fashion Festival with their culturally rich designs. The Australian embassy in Indonesia said in a statement the three designers – Auguste Soesastro (Kraton), Lia Mustafa (House of LMAR), and Nonita Respati (Purana) – were all alumni of Austra...
BRISBANE, Australia (MNTV) – Islamophobic incidents across Australia have surged dramatically in recent years, with a new report revealing a sharp rise in assaults, threats, and abuse targeting the Muslim community. Researchers from Monash and Deakin Universities analysed over 600 incidents recorded between January 2023 and November 2024, more...
TUBLI, Bahrain (MNTV) – Ms. Maryam Saeed Hassan, a classroom teacher at Tubli Elementary School for Boys, has adopted an innovative teaching approach, transforming traditional lessons into engaging stories and theatrical scenes. Her method, tailored to younger students, has significantly improved academic performance and social skills. Ms. ...
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (MNTV) – The historic Qalaa Mosque in Al-Hinakiyah, northeast of Madinah, is being restored as part of the second phase of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historic Mosques. The initiative seeks to preserve the Kingdom’s Islamic heritage, emphasizing its significance as the land where the Qur’...
MUSCAT, Oman (MNTV) – Muscat International Airport and Salalah Airport have been honored with multiple awards by the Airports Council International (ACI) for their exceptional service quality in the Middle East. The accolades are based on ACI’s global Airport Service Quality survey, which evaluates performance indicators at passenger departur...
AKTAU, Kazakhstan (MNTV) – Azerbaijani fashion designer Gulnara Khalilova presented her acclaimed collection, “Magic Threads,” at the Samrúq Fashion Week in Aktau, Kazakhstan. The collection, featuring intricately handwoven accessories, including jewelry, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and buttons, captivated audiences with its unique crafts...
