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Ahead of tonight’s game, activists have called on Muslim football fans to send prayers upon the Prophet Muhammad PBUH during Morocco’s semi-final game against France. The game is due to be attended by French President Emmanuel Macron, so it is hoped that Muslim fans can use this as an opportunity to ‘shake the stands’ by […]
It was on this very day (December 11), that the renowned scholar, jurist, polymath and author, Abu al-Walid Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Rushd died in Marrakech, Morocco. Born in Cordoba of Andalucia in the year 1126 CE, Ibn Rushd is widely known as Averroes in the West. Born into an influential Muslim Andalucian family, he […]
If you’re looking for some winter sunshine, Morocco is the place to be! On top of getting your dosage of Vitamin D, Morocco offers diverse landscapes ranging from the Atlas Mountains to the breathing views of the Atlantic Ocean. What’s more, as Morocco is steeped in history, the country is filled with world heritage sites […]
Whilst the name Abdullah Quilliam may sound familiar, the name Fatima Elizabeth Cates is new for many of us. Until recently, her story had been forgotten almost entirely, despite the legacy she left behind. Thanks to the efforts of several individuals, her story has now found a place within the narrative of Victorian Muslims. Naming […]
Hailing from Maharastra, Dr Mariam Afifa Ansari has become the first female Muslim neurosurgeon in India. According to other reports, she is also the youngest to qualify with such a title in the country. Since Dr Ansari was a child, her dream was to help others by serving as a doctor. Many years later, this dream […]
When we think of London, landmarks such as Big Ben, Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace may be the first things that come to our mind. But there’s so much more hidden away in the quaint streets of the East End. Whether you’re looking for green spaces, spicy Bangladeshi food or a bustling market, East London […]
