Long days, slower evenings and the chance to finally get lost in a good book – our summer reading list brings together stories and ideas that inspire, challenge, comfort and transform. From thought-provoking history to spirituality and personal growth, these are the books we’ll be carrying through the season.
In an era where many travellers are searching for experiences that feel more meaningful than a typical holiday, new research suggests that Britain’s appetite for authentic, lesser-known destinations is growing. At the centre of that trend is the remote South Atlantic island of St Helena — a place where volcanic landscapes, centuries of history and […]
After the international success of her debut novel As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow, award winning Zoulfa Katouh returns with a new young adult release that blends grief, identity and magical realism into a story that feels both intimate and expansive. Her latest novel, The Ocean Would Paint Me Blue, arrives with the same emotional […]
For many Muslims in the UK, property investing has always come with a major problem. The desire is there. The ambition is there. The work ethic is there. But the usual route into property, especially buy-to-let, is built around mortgages, debt, and interest. For observant Muslims, that creates a serious issue. In Islam, riba, meaning […]
More than £1 million raised as the charity marks a milestone year, having reached over 18.8 million people across South Asia. His Majesty The King, Royal Founding Patron of the British Asian Trust, joined more than 300 guests at the charity’s Annual Dinner and Reception at The Peninsula London, celebrating nearly two decades of impact […]
From community arts festivals and royal art auctions to a summer-long celebration of Black music, here are three standout events taking place across the UK this season. 1. Celebrate 25 Years of MKIAC at Art in the Park Milton Keynes Islamic Arts and Culture (MKIAC) marks its 25th anniversary with the return of its flagship […]
