In July, Singapore-based adviser Silk Routes Financials said it had been mandated by a unit of state-owned Sichuan Development Holding Co to advise on Islamic financing options. Islamic finance is gaining prominence as a channel for China to expand its economic influence abroad as banks strengthen ties with Muslim-majority countries and Chinese companies start to … Read more
The British boxing hero is now more than a fighter – he’s a married man with a beautiful baby daughter. He spoke to Omar Shahid about fatherhood, faith and fighting. The meteoric rise of Amir Khan – from a young, talented streetwise kid hailing from a working-class Pakistani British family to one of Britain’s top sports stars – … Read more
It might be your special night out, but you don’t have the right dress to wear. So, for the ladies with curves out there, never be disappointed if you have difficulty in picking the right dress for you. Finding a plus size dress is easy, but only choosing the dress that fits you perfectly and … Read more
This year’s World Cup tournament will coincide with Ramadan – how will Muslim players handle it? By Beta Nisa. With Ramadan fast approaching, Muslims all over the world are preparing themselves – including Muslim football players who are competing in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. For that reason most football lineup optimizers – as shown here … Read more
The wearables market is riding the crest of a wave at the moment and as many as 48 million devices, from smartwatches and headsets to activity trackers could be snapped up by consumers excited by the hype by the end of this year. However, that wave could be in danger of crashing and wiping out … Read more