The Muslim Consumer: Myth or Fact

Aquila Style is proud to be a Media Partner for the Global Islamic Economy Summit 2015, organized by Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Thomson Reuters. Be a part of the global platform that brings together over 2,000 policymakers and business leaders in the Islamic world. Register for GIES here Reporting from the Global Islamic … Read more

The truth about being a single Muslim mother

Misbah Akhtar, the founder of Single Muslim Mums, looks at the unique barriers faced by this minority group. The issue of single Muslim mothers is fast becoming a prevalent one; with divorce on the rise, it seems only logical that some of these statistics would also apply to Muslim households. Why then are they not … Read more

Exploring Andalusia’s Islamic history

The majesty of southern Spain is a testament to a history peppered with cultural and religious differences. Today, those are celebrated as part of its beauty. By Arwa Aburawa. The story goes that when the ruler of Granada, Muhammad XII of Granada, was forced out of the city in January 1492, he took one last look … Read more

Muslims from Xi’an in China

Xi’an, the ancient capital of China and the start of the Silk Road, has long been home for a large Muslim community. Xi’an was the first city in China to be introduced to Islam when Emperor Gaozong of the Tang dynasty officially allowed the practice of Islam in 651 AD. Xi’an has a large Muslim … Read more

Discovering paradise on Earth in Morocco’s north

Sya Taha explores cities of art in northern Morocco: Chefchaouen, its highlands, and the hybrid city of Tétouan. Do you know any introverts who don’t talk much when there are a lot of people around? But when you talk to them in a smaller group, you realize that they have a lot of interesting things to … Read more