Sharks are hauled ashore every day at a busy market on the central Indonesian island of Lombok, the hub of a booming trade that provides a livelihood for local fishermen but is increasingly alarming environmentalists. Now a Singaporean is luring the fishermen away from Tanjung Luar market, where an array of other sea creatures including … Read more
A mock pin-up calendar featuring Muslim men deflates the impact of a new book it seeks to promote, writes Amal Awad. And it highlights the gender bias prevalent in Muslim communities. It’s a shame when a great idea is corrupted in a bid for marketing buzz. Cue the upcoming book Salaam, Love: American Muslim Men on Love, … Read more
In this file photo, Indonesian protesters march during a demonstration against polygamy in Jakarta. GARUT, Indonesia, Dec 5, 2012 (AFP) – Hundreds of Indonesians demanded Wednesday the dismissal of a district chief who divorced his teen wife via text message days after they married, alleging she lied about her virginity. Around 300 protestors gathered outside … Read more
‘Concept of modesty is God telling us to be aware of our sexuality’. ‘I know I’m supposed to be wearing a hijab, but I don’t’. Listen to different women why they dress differently and yet, share the same passionate faith. For over a year, Zujaja has interviewed dozens of interesting and opinionated American Muslims of all … Read more
She has broken a multitude of “glass ceilings”, thanks in part to her inclusive, supportive upbringing. Raquel Evita Saraswati tells us more about the iconic architect. The London Olympics earlier this year brought the role of Muslim women in sport to the forefront of public discussion. Egypt sent more Muslim women than any other Muslim-majority country, while … Read more