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The Queenβs death was a cause of sorrow and sadness for many people around the world. Tributes flooded in from many countries as people remembered their meetings with the Queen on her trips abroad.Β Whilst the Queen may have lived predominantly in Great Britain, she was known to be one of the most well-travelled monarchs. […]
Safar is the second month in the Islamic calendar and is regarded as one of the four sanctified months. Over time, many have tainted the sanctity of the month by referring to it as an unlucky month. In fact, many go as far as believing that any celebratory occasions (including weddings) should not be held […]
Amman was recorded as the most expensive city in the Arab world, according to the Economist Intelligent Unit. Whatβs more, it was also ranked as the 29th most expensive city in the world! Ranking higher in costs when compared with Madrid, Miami and Beijing, those who want to visit Amman may find it a tricky […]
Translated and annotated by Yahya Birt, Riordan Macnamara and MΓΌnire Zeyneb MaksudoΔlu, Islam in Victorian Liverpool is an eyewitness account and travelogue by Yusuf Samih Asmay about Britainβs first mosque in Liverpool and its community of Muslims. Known to the world as an Ottoman intellectual, Asmay brings to life Abdullah Quilliamβs (1856-1932) life and character […]
South Africa may have three capitals, yet most locals and tourists would conclude that Johannesburg, more commonly referred to as Joβburg, deserves that title. With its progressive attitude, the city offers visitors history, heritage and a culture unlike any other. If it’s your first time in South Africa, Joβburg is the place to start. With […]
For centuries, humans have sought the path of happiness. Many have failed whilst others have found the answer. Happiness is not necessarily an accomplishment nor is it a constant. Happiness is in fact a state of being which comes after adopting the right attitude and lifestyle. From compassion to love and contentment to gratitude, happiness […]
