As we approach the final moments of these sacred days, we invite you to pause with us , to reflect, realign, and remember what truly matters. The Day of Arafah is almost upon us this year, it falls on Thursday 5th June. The Prophet ﷺ called it “the best day of the year” — a […]
Summer in Britain means one thing for the sartorially inclined: it’s event season. Whether you’re heading to Royal Ascot, an elegant ladies’ day at the races, or an al fresco afternoon garden party, dressing the part is just as important as the occasion itself. For modest dressers, the challenge lies in striking that perfect balance, elegance, coverage, […]
As the sacred month of Dhul Hijjah begins, hearts across the Muslim world are filled with longing, for Makkah, for forgiveness, and for nearness to Allah. Among the thousands preparing for this journey of a lifetime are Amina and Yusuf Khan, a couple from Manchester whose path to Hajj is a heartfelt story of patience, […]
Today marks the first day of Dhul Hijjah, the 12th and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar — one of the four sacred months in Islam. These days are among the most spiritually charged in the year, filled with deep significance, reflection, and divine opportunity. Key Events in Dhul Hijjah What Should Muslims Be Doing During These […]
Having been named the best restaurant in Manchester at the English Curry Awards, Safi Khan decided to try out Akbar’s and see what the fuss was about. Founder Shabir Hussain established the first restaurant in Bradford with a mission to popularise his Indian cuisine. With over 12 well established branches in major cities such as […]
Bradford – At the heart of the UK’s City of Culture 2025, an extraordinary exhibition is tuning into voices from the past that still resonate with love, longing and cultural resilience. Tape Letters, a powerful audio-visual experience running from 22 May to 15 June at Loading Bay’s Gallery, sheds light on a long-overlooked form of connection that held British-Pakistani […]
