Is it permissible to purchase a satellite dish to watch news, football, and beneficial programs? And is its presence in the home unlawful (haram)?
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It is permissible to own a television or a satellite dish for watching news, lectures, and beneficial scientific programs. However, since they are predominantly used for unlawful purposes, the default ruling is that it is impermissible to sell, buy, or repair them, except for one who knows that they will be used for permissible purposes.
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