Travelling in October has its fair share of benefits. From lower temperatures to fewer tourist crowds, October is slowly becoming a popular month of choice for holidaymakers. Known as the shoulder season, September and October boast reduced travel fares and accommodation prices. What’s more, you’ll be glad to know that many tourist sites and trails […]
Sri Lankan cuisine tantalizes palates with its rich flavours and diverse offerings. Hoppers, delicate bowl-shaped rice flour pancakes, are breakfast staples, crispy around the edges and soft at the centre, often accompanied by spicy sambals. Mutton rolls, savoury snacks with spiced minced meat encased in a crispy shell, cater to on-the-go cravings. Dosa, though of […]
As we make our way through this auspicious month of Rabi al-Awal, let us remind ourselves of the beloved Prophet ﷺ and his life. Not only was this the month in which the Prophet ﷺ was born, but it was also the month in which he left this world for the next. For Muslims, the […]
Indulge in literary odysseys encompassing travel, human frailties, and the legacy of the British Empire. Explore the world through captivating narratives that delve into wanderlust, morality’s shades, culinary journeys, and imperial echoes. These must-reads promise to enlighten, provoke, and satiate your intellectual appetite. “Hanaan Khan, a busy 24-year-old juggling an internship at a Toronto radio […]
The month of Rabi al-Awwal which is the third Islamic month according to the lunar calendar is finally upon us! This year, the 1st of Rabi al-Awwal commenced on 16th September 2023. Whilst all Islamic months have their very own significance and value, Rabi al-Awwal has its very own exclusive speciality as it was in […]
On Friday 8th of September at 11 PM, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco. The epicentre of this tragedy was high up in the Atlas Mountains located around 70 kilometres south of Marrakesh. Because of this disastrous news, social media platforms are filled with images and videos of the earthquake that hit the country, and […]
