Controversy over NYPD and Anti-Israel Activist Incident

The NYPD released bodycam video showing an officer gently helping a woman with her hijab after she claimed she was brutalized and her hijab was ripped off by police, which the NYPD denies. The woman, Nerdeen Kiswani, is a vocal anti-Israel activist with a history of run-ins with police.

New York City settles lawsuit with Muslim women over hijab removal

New York City has agreed to pay $17.5 million in a settlement after two Muslim women were forced to remove their hijabs for mugshots, violating their rights. The settlement will be split among thousands of people who are expected to file eligible claims.

Muslim Women Athletes Wearing Hijabs in Sports

Female Muslim basketball players Sara Khadem, Jannah Eissa, and Diaba Konate are bringing visibility and inspiration by wearing hijabs while playing. This challenges norms and promotes diversity and representation in sports.