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Nike Hit with Islamic 'Fatwa' Because Name Honors a Greek Goddess

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Libya’s supreme Islamic authority has banned Muslims from wearing the iconic global sports brand Nike because its name comes from an ancient Greek goddess and its famous swoosh logo was inspired by her wings.

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    Nike Hit with Islamic 'Fatwa' Because Name Honors a Greek Goddess

    Libya’s supreme Islamic authority has banned Muslims from wearing the iconic global sports brand Nike because its name comes from an ancient Greek goddess and its famous swoosh logo was inspired by her wings.

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