Mosque Spotlight: Islam & Ecoism – A deeper look at the Cambridge Eco Mosque
On Friday the 15th of March, as the Imam of the Cambridge central Mosque said in the khutbah of first Jummuah for this mosque –…
6 picks for your beauty shelf
For the past 6 months, my love affair with makeup and skincare has been as inconsistent as UK politics. I’ve found my skin as it…
The Freelancing Muslim Mother: A reflection of my life
‘A man came to the Prophet and said, ‘O Messenger of God! Who among the people is the most worthy of my good companionship? The…
As many reject Saudi Arabia’s Moon sighting, this group urges the UK to follow the local moon sighting
On Monday afternoon at 3rd June, Imad Ahmed, Director of The New Crescent Society released a statement expressing shock at the news that Saudi had…
13 Ways to be forgiven: Starts with fasting on the day of Arafat
Alhamdulillah, we have a variety of ways to call out Allah (SWT) to get our sins forgiven. We have ways to get our previous sins…
Perfect Savoury Pastries for Eid
I’m all for an easy meal, so these pastries are my go-to for when I’m stuck on what to make. They are a perfect all-rounder…
I love coffee for my skin!
I really like using my leftover coffee granules or I buy a bag of finely ground coffee as a scrub for my body and…
Thinking about death inevitably changes how we think about life
I recently came across some notes of mine from around this time last year. In the midst of the snow storm nicknamed the ‘Beast from…
Kashmir: A simple Twitter thread explaining Article 370
As news reports began to surface about India’s recent action against Kashmir, we all heard that Article 370 had been scrapped which means Kashmir is…
Timeless Romance – the new capsule collection for classic looks all year around
Top Turkish designer Nihan Peker’s collaboration with Modanisa is perfect for women who want to look stylish all year round. Called ‘Timeless Romance’, this new…
The Weekender: VR games room, Sufi Rock, Willowbrook Farm festival and more
Original source for article Halal Gems.com The HG Weekender List – things to do this weekend in London and beyond from VR escape rooms to…
Puffiness and Dark circles? Have you tried caffeine?
This week we have The Ordinary’s Caffeine Solution in the spotlight with our resident skincare product lover sharing: “I love caffeine solution by The Ordinary…
The Netherlands enforce a full burqa ban in public spaces
The Dutch government in the Netherlands has today passed a burqa ban. The controversial law means than the estimated 200-400 Muslim women (there are no…
Book Review: The Consequence of Love by Sulaiman Addonia
Blurb Naser is a young African immigrant who works the carwash in downtown Jeddah. The long, hot summer has arrived and his friends have left…
Know your rights whilst travelling as a Muslim #FlyingWhileMuslim
All information correct at the time of research. It is the time of year to travel, but what happens as a visible Muslim when entering…
Ways To Be An Ally To Muslim Women
International Women’s Day – Three Ways To Be An Ally To Muslim Women It’s international women’s day and this post is co-written with Duran Serttas…
10 Hair Care Tips for Hijabis
So after speaking to a number of muslim women who have worn the hijab since the age of puberty, a lot of other discussions went…
Feeling low? Can’t put your finger on it? Here’s a few things on what it could be
Ep 7 of the Amaliah Voices podcast touched on the pitfalls of self-diagnosed depression. To recap briefly, Selina talked about how she was feeling exceptionally…
Everyday Muslim Heritage are Putting Britain’s early converts on the Map
A largely unknown and deeply impactful legacy belonging to some of Britain’s earliest converts lie buried 6ft under in the inconspicuous Surrey town of Woking……
Small Talk With Angelica Lindsey-Ali: Is Islam A Sex Positive Religion?
“I think Muslim women are the first ones to confuse shame and modesty. We’re taught from a very young age, “Cover your body. Pull your…
The Path is one Path: If all sacred places become worldly, who will need sacred spaces?
We find ourselves in discussions about modernity and re-interpreting Islam for our times. Christianity has had no problem doing this over the years, of course,…
How to make your own Burkini for under £20 by @simply_amina
If you’re going on holiday anytime soon and are in need of a covered solution for the beach – @Simply_Amina has got you covered! Her…
Elegance & Eating Disorders as a hijabi ballerina
So it had been a month of attending ballet at the Royal Opera House, a place many of the greats had graced from within those…
Snorkeling in Sardinia
Think endless pizza, pasta and ice cream, powder sand beaches and eye-popping blue waters. Italy meets the Bahamas here in one of Europe’s best-kept secrets.…
A 3 day guide to visiting Cappadocia, Turkey
For our anniversary we wanted to go away, far enough to experience something new, close enough to do it all in 5 days. For the…
Advice & tips on how to get into the tech industry
Technology along with many other industries has this illusion you can only work in it if are from a certain background. I am sure you…
Small Talk With Hoda Katebi: What Has Fast Fashion Got To Do with Sprituality?
“Think about your wardrobe like you would an art gallery. An art gallery isn’t dripping in art pieces..you have a collection of each piece that…
6 Mini reflections of Yassmin Abdel – Magied’s You Must be Layla
“You must be Layla, is a book written by Sudanese – Australian author Yassmin Abdel – Magied. It follows the journey of 13-year-old Layla, an…
Thinking of Hajj this year? Here’s 10 tips from a hajji
SubhanAllah I cannot believe that it has been ten years since I took the journey of a lifetime: Hajj. Tears prick my eyes as…
What does Islam in Argentina look like?
Islam exists all over the world in many shapes and forms; from the way, it was introduced to a particular region, to the way it…
2 Muslim Mothers get real about the realities of breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is a massive part of the post-birth experience for a woman, however, it is focused on a lot less than the birth itself, and…
Contraception, PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) & cultural taboos: The spectrum of perceptions
Sitting in the consultation room, I wondered what the news was going to be. Will I be able to have children? Is there anything that…
5 Skin Care Do’s WITH @blackgalandskincare
Need some beauty products to cool down your skin as opposed to setting it on fire constantly? Here are some great products to keep your…
The Problem is You Think You Have Time
Have you heard the phrase “killing time”? It’s a term used to describe the need to pass time quickly by doing something that is not that…
Theatre Review: Death of a Salesman
Let’s begin with some context. Two weeks ago, my friend and I were excitedly waiting outside Hackney Empire to watch a book we love be…
First time in South East Asia? Start with Singapore
If you’re exploring the world solo or an unseasoned traveler and are not sure where to start exploring South East Asia from, this one is…
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