Afia R Fitriati rounds up on our columnists’ writings this year. This year marks the birth of this smashing new website. I believe I can speak for all my fellow Aquila columnists that we all feel lucky to have the honor of coloring this site weekly with our reportings, commentaries, analyses and, sometimes, rambling musings. Whether … Read more
Stuffed cabbage rolls are healthy tummy fillers for when a snack is in order. Here is Marina’s tasty recipe, which is also suitable for vegetarians. Adapted directly from the source with minor editing for clarity, here’s how you can prepare this hearty appetizer at home: Ingredients you need: 12 large cabbage leaves 30g of butter … Read more
Governments and NGOs from around the world are to wrap up two weeks of discussions in New York on ways to end violence against women and children with the aim of reaching a consensus by Friday. Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood has warned that a UN document demanding global standards to prevent violence against women is un-Islamic … Read more
A note that was placed next to the shattered side-view mirror of a car belonging to the family of Iman al-Nafjan. They say it was put as a warning after she drove in Riyadh on June 22, 2011, amid calls for nationwide action to break what amounts to a driving ban. A petition signed by … Read more
Muslim and western nations overcame deep divisions to agree a historic United Nations declaration setting out a code of conduct for combating violence against women. Iran, Libya, Sudan and other Muslim nations agreed to language stating that violence against women and girls could not be justified by “any custom, tradition or religious consideration.” Western nations, particularly from … Read more