10 quick ‘n easy tips for home hijab care

Try these 10 top tips to keep your fave hijabs looking new for as long as possible! Handwash your hijabs. If you insist on using the washing machine, place your hijabs in a mesh laundry bag or a pillowcase first Wash dark and light coloured hijabs separately Always use cold water to wash Use only … Read more

Is Skin Colour Important in Marriages?

Islam is not immune to racism and discrimination. Fatimah Jackson-Best challenges us to confront our personal beliefs and prejudices. The spread of Islam is remarkable considering its humble beginnings in an Arabian desert over 1400 years ago. The strength of the message is what continues to bring people from diverse backgrounds to the religion. One only has … Read more

Why I hate children’s birthday parties

Kids parties are getting out of hand, writes Maysaa Fahour, who has a few suggestions for reforming these extravagant events. I’ve done the math. I have three kids and therefore have had to endure 20 of their (painful) birthday parties. Today I say no more! Hi, I’m Maysaa and I am not addicted to birthday parties. In fact, I … Read more

Shortening Solat While Travelling

The rigorous schedule of solat comes with many flexibilities. Afia R Fitriati gives a concise guide to the exemptions of jama’ and qasar available for traveling Muslims. Many of my non-Muslim friends wondered how I could fit in the time to pray five times within any given day. In my opinion, making the time to … Read more