Breaking: Over 150 people killed in an attack on a mosque in Egypt

By Amaliah Team

Worshippers were attacked around Friday Jummah time. It has been reported that both bombs and guns were used to target worshippers Over 150 people have…

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This week in world news: Starting with Rohingya & Bosnia

By Israa Abid

1. Bangladesh signs deal with Myanmar to return Rohingya refugees The Bangladesh foreign ministry has released a statement saying that Rohingya refugees could start to…

Statement Jewellery for Minimalists

By Lamisa Khan

We’ve collated our favourite subtle statement pieces for all the minimalist magpies out there. From drop-down earrings to buckled bracelets, all of these sleek and…

Here’s what you can do to stop Ofsted questioning Muslim girls about hijab

By Amaliah Team

Earlier this week, Amanda Spielman, the chief inspector of schools, made a shocking announcement about a policy that will see Muslim girls who wear the…

Dear Ofsted – you are telling young Muslim girls that their identity is problematic

By The Muslim Diaspora

Background: Earlier this week, Ofsted announced that they will be questioning Muslim primary school girls who wear a hijab. According to Amanda Spielman, this is…

Meet the Muslim Women Studying at Oxbridge: 001 Lamis Hamdi

By Amaliah Team

Amaliah Spoke to the young Muslim women studying at the prestigious Oxford and Cambridge universities. Both institutions have been scrutinised for a lack of diversity…

#handsoffmuslimkids Twitter roars back at Ofsted

By Amaliah Team

Earlier this week, Amanda Spielman, the chief inspector of schools made a shocking announcement where a policy will see Muslim girls who wear the hijab…

Libyan Slave Auctions Raise International Concern for Inhumane Migrant Detention and Human Trafficking

By Lamisa Khan

On Monday secretary general of the United Nations, António Guterres, released a statement responding to the growing rage over the reported auctioning of African migrants…

Pick of the Week

By Lamisa Khan

This week I’m loving this green tweed coat from & Other Stories. Made with a wool and mohair blend, this coat will definitely keep you…

Breaking News: 50 Killed by Suicide Bomber in a Mosque in Nigera

By Israa Abid

Police say that at least 50 people have been killed in a suicide bombing in Mubi, a town in the north eastern state Adamawa, in…

Two-Step Green Banana Crepes

By This Muslim Girl Bakes

Let me tell you about these crepes: this is my absolute new favourite, go-to breakfast…and it’s healthy too! These crepes have no sugar in them…

Scented Candles that will blow your mind

By Lamisa Khan

Scented candles are a vibe. From floral fragrances to musky aromas, we’ve put together a list of candles that will brighten up any corner. [products…

We speak to Farhana Ismail about being Vegan

By Amaliah Team

In the last year or so there’s been a rise in Muslims going Vegan. For us, this conversation is not about halal or haram it’s…

How Mitzvah day brought the Muslim and Jewish Community together

By Israa Abid

Sufra Kitchen, a Muslim run food bank and kitchen, led interfaith week 2017, by contributing to  Mitzvah day 2017. Sufra Kitchen is a food bank…

How the Barakat family reclaimed control of their narrative when their brother was killed by bigots

By Amaliah Team

” On February 10, 2015, Suzanne Barakat’s brother Deah, her sister-in-law Yusor and Yusor’s sister Razan were murdered by their neighbor in Chapel Hill, North…

Ofsted Policy: Girls in Primary schools to be questioned about hijab

By Amaliah Team

What’s happened? Amanda Spielman, the chief inspector of schools made a shocking announcement this weekend where a policy will see Muslim girls who wear the…

Muslim Woman Crush Monday: 001 @muslimgirljournal

By Amaliah Team

We’re making Muslimah Crush Monday a thing again to celebrate our fave Muslim women doing amazing things; starting off with Mahmoudat (@muslimgirljournal)! We're making Muslimah…

Exploring One of Allah’s (SWT) 99 Names: Al-Wadud

By Nihal Qawasmi

In Islam, we acknowledge that God has 99 names – Asma’a Allah Al-Husna, which is defined as The Beautiful Names of Allah. Each name represents an attribute of…

How to Make Paneer Bombs – An Amazing Recipe!

By Lamisa Khan

  I once tried Paneer Bombs in a restaurant and it was love at first bite.  Here’s a recipe that I created for my favourite…

An Open Letter to Social Media Sheikhs

By Lamisa Khan

This is a message for all my brothers. I am your sister, and I don’t know you personally and you don’t know me. I would…

Checkmate: The Blazer You Need this Season

By Lamisa Khan

If you hadn’t noticed already, blazers and suits are all the range this A/W.  Amaliah is loving the versatility of the checkered blazer, easily teamed…

Mattel to Release First Ever Hijab Wearing Barbie in Honour of Ibtihaj Muhammad

By Israa Abid

Yesterday, American toy manufacturing company Mattel, has revealed it’s first ever Hijab wearing Barbie in honour of US Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad. Ibtihaj, is an…

The steady rise of the far right in Poland marred Independence day

By Amaliah Team

Every year on the 11th of November Poland commemorate their independence. For 123 years Poland ceased to exist due to partitions which were put into…

Ruqaya’s Bookshelf is Looking for Manuscript Submissions for Children’s Books

By Israa Abid

Creating positive narratives for  children, about what it is to be a  Muslim is becoming increasingly important with current climate.  Ruqaya’s Bookshelf, is currently accepting…

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This week in world news starting with Iraq & Iran Earthquake

By Selina Bakkar

Earthquake in Iraq and Iran Over 300 people have died and 4,000 have been injured after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck the border between Iraq…

Bold and Bootiful

By Lamisa Khan

Put away your summer sandals and step out in something more weather appropriate. Amaliah are here to help you make statements with your footwear with…

Knitted Dresses to Keep You Cosy

By Lamisa Khan

It’s that time of the year when you just don’t want to leave the warmth of your bed. But we’ve got your cold morning commutes…

Tesco features Muslim family in Christmas Ad

By Selina Bakkar

Tesco’s latest Christmas video features a Muslim family, the one-minute long video features families meeting and eating during the festive season. The Muslim family are…

Amaliah went to MCM London 2017!

By Israa Abid

  Friday the 27th of October, saw the beginning of MCM London 2017, a weekend filled with Movies, comics, manga, cosplaying and all things nerdy!…

Eritrea – The North Korea of Africa

By Eman Yusuf

The past week has seen a number of demonstrations in cities all over the world, with people of the Eritrean diaspora united in their wish…

Priti Patel resigns after meetings with Israeli officials

By Lamisa Khan

Image Source Following the controversy surrounding Priti Patel’s unauthorised meetings with Israeli politicians during August, the international development secretary’s position seems to be under threat.…

The Balfour Declaration, What you need to know

By Amaliah Team

What is the Balfour Declaration? The Balfour declaration refers to a proclamation made in a letter by the foreign secretary Arthur Balfour on November 2nd…

The ‘otherisation’ of non visible Muslim women, my story by Sahar Habib Ghazi

By Amaliah Team

Sahar talks about the reductive narrative that fails to recognise Muslim women and Muslims who don’t visibly ‘look Muslim’.  “As an American Muslim journalist, Sahar…

The Dry Skin Skincare Guide

By Ashiya Mendheria

Flying is not much fun when you have dry skin. A humid destination will certainly make the endless-hours’ flight worth it. And yet if you’re…

For the Love of Loafers

By Lamisa Khan

We’ve been lusting after loafers this season. Here’s our top five picks that will keep you on trend without breaking the bank. [products ids=”32103, 29698,…