Focus Points
‘Comedy is provocation in a funny and subtle manner’
Indonesian stand-up comedian Sakdiyah Ma’ruf challenges women’s issues and religious extremism with her razor-sharp wit.
Modern Muslim Living
Focus Points
Alcohol and the Modern-Day Muslim
The use of alcohol, whether within Muslim societies or not, cannot continue to be swept under the carpet if solutions are to be found.
Mighty Muslimahs
Muslim women in sport: culture vs religion
Fatima Fakier reports on the the cultural influences of segregation in sport and what the consequences of increased segregation would be.
Lifestyle
10 Must Have Books for Muslim Children
Isra Hashmi recommends these books to get children to love reading.
Muslim Lifestyle
Extremely rare photos of Muslims in history
From George Lincoln Rockwell attending a Nation of Islam summit in 1961 to Bosnian Muslims having a prayer in 1943, these are extremely rare photos of Muslims in history you don't really want to miss.
Muslim Lifestyle
A Muslim woman and her dog
Dr. Ingrid Mattson was told that dogs are haram when she first converted to Islam. But the issue is way more nuanced than that. Can Muslims have dogs?
Fashion & Beauty
Hijab Styling for Five Face Shapes
Finding a hijab style that flatters your face shape is easy. Dina Toki-O shows you how.
Food & Health
Why McDonald’s is Not Halal
Sya Taha takes a look at relevant verses in the Qur’an to examine how permissible the fast food giant’s offerings really are.
Focus Points
Bikini or Headscarf: Which Offers More Freedom?
Confident that her daughter would follow in her footsteps while growing up, Krista Bremer was surprised when Aliya decided to wear the headscarf instead.
Mighty Muslimahs
Zaha Hadid, the “Lady Gaga” of architecture
She has broken a multitude of ‘glass ceilings’, thanks in part to her inclusive, supportive upbringing.
Global Snapshots
Hug a Muslim experiment yields heartwarming results amid frigid winter
This three-minute video shows some touching responses from passers-by – especially the brother at the end, who certainly goes out of his way to show his support.
Muslim Lifestyle
Why I sometimes take off my hijab
Before you judge me, please try to understand my struggles first.
Mighty Muslimahs
There’s a new female president in Africa, and she’s Muslim
56-year-old Ameenah Gurib-Fakim has just been made president of Mauritius. Take a look at her accomplishments.
Mighty Muslimahs
Asked to remove her hijab, this photographer created a picture of principles
It’s not always easy to live by your principles – but it’s always worth the effort.
Vanity
DIY adventures in homemade makeup
This simple recipe will nourish your skin, giving it some respite from the mass-market variety of makeup.
Spirituality
My hijab, my choice
The hijab is one of the most well-known symbols of Islam, but is this a fair association to make?
Focus Points
The World’s Most Eligible Muslim Royals
Ever dreamt of having your very own royal wedding? Keep dreaming! And check out these eligible princes (and a few princesses), all Muslim royals.
Focus Points
My Racist Encounter at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A humiliating run-in with bigoted security guards underlines the stubborn stain of racism and Islamophobia in America.
