The two are not mutually exclusive concepts – there is no correlation between being a “good Muslim” and being a “modern British woman”. In fact, both terms are so difficult to define and mean totally different things to different people. What makes a good Muslim and what makes a modern British woman? How should I […]
In April, after 10 years of anticipation, Cambridge opened the doors to Europe’s first sustainable Mosque. We were very curious to learn more about this ground-breaking space. During Ramadan we made the trip to Cambridge as a family, and we had a brilliant day. The Mosque is a unique space that each one of us enjoyed and immediately felt connected to. From the outside, the mosque is instantly recognisable, whilst retaining a subtle elegance, charmingly blending in amongst the 20th century residential area where it stands. Once in […]
I managed to catch up with the very talented and award winning stand-up comedian, actress and writer Shazia Mirza in the hustle and bustle of the East End, to find out more about her latest stand-up tour, her role in the much talked about movie by Sadia Saeed, ‘ARIFA’ and what it’s really like being a […]
Upon arrival in Larnaca, visitors can’t fail to notice the Larnaca Salt Lake. A flocking place for flamingos, this lake is not far from a palm grove, which surrounds an interesting landmark. Nestled on the shore of the lake is the Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque. What makes this place special is the person resting within […]
Words: Rabi’ah.M Special thanks: The IRTHI Contemporary Crafts Council “The craft of Talli is close to the heart of the U.A.E culture which narrates a beautiful artistic tale of old traditions and hard labour translated in the form of embroidery and attractive colours which was close to be forgotten but gained revival thanks to the […]
