Mumma Knows Nothing
It’s official. I have a rebellious, independent-minded child. This is an unexpected turn of events for me. It’s not that I had expectations of a mild, [...]
Life & Community
You, Me and Him
When we look back at the past, we can often pinpoint certain circumstances or events that stand out as times of awakening, as ‘eye-openers’ that changed our [...]
Artificial Intelligence – The New god?
Could we see Artificial Intelligence declare itself a new god? Where does Islamic theology stand on AI and as it starts to take over many human vocations, could Islamic [...]
It was the Article before Christmas
‘Tis the Season to be jolly…’ Almost anyone living in the West, or having any exposure to it, can finish off that jingle. The world has shrunk and what once was [...]
Hawza Ilmiyya of London begins its fourth academic year
On Saturday 9th September 2017, coinciding with the auspicious event of Ghadeer Khum, the Hawza Ilmiyya of London held its opening ceremony for the 2017-18 academic year. [...]
Sunni and Shi‘a brothers in faith, travel to Iran
My experience of this journey to the Islamic Republic of Iran started with a mild anxiety and fear. By the way the media constantly portrayed Iran, in the back of my mind, I [...]
UK Shi‘a scholars and preachers discuss ways to present Islam
The 25th annual meeting of UK Ulema (clergymen), community leaders and teachers, was held on 16 September, prior to the commencement of the month of Muharram and [...]
What About Me?
One of the greatest challenges of motherhood is the level of never-ending commitment involved. From the moment you become aware that you are nurturing a life within you, [...]
Home education and Muslim families
For many people in the UK, the education of children and young people is synonymous with schools; it can come as quite a surprise to hear that it is possible to educate [...]
Back to Basics: A life less complicated
Almost from the day my daughter was born, I have received friendly emails from various ‘child-expert’ brands educating me about the various stages of growth she would [...]
