What is Jumah? Security alert at U.S Mosques on Muslim day of worship after New Zealand attack

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Security has been increased for Friday prayers at mosques in the U.S., after a shooting at two mosques in New Zealand. At least 49 people were killed and 50 wounded in the shootings at the Masjid Al Noor mosque and the Linwood Masjid mosque, both in the city of Christchurch. The attacks were carried out as worshippers gathered for Friday prayers, or jumah.-- More....