The recent tragic news of an earthquake in Turkey and Syria has caused great sadness throughout the world. With colder temperatures already causing great difficulties, the earthquake has worsened things by causing thousands of deaths and injuries, with many left without families. Muslims responded to the news rapidly and without any hesitation, they began raising […]
In the early hours of Monday 6 February, parts of Türkiye and Syria were struck by a quake which measured 7.8 on the Richter scale. The epicentre of the quake was near Gaziantep – a city that witnessed blocks of flats reduced to rubble. Images of Gaziantep Castle (a popular historic and tourist site) have […]
Architectural influences can vary from one place to another, but one thing is for sure, architecture can help us connect with a culture and people. Islamic architecture takes this to another dimension by infusing within the discipline the added element of divine connection. With Islamic architecture, the physical structure is not where things stop. Islamic […]
Pakistan is fast becoming a popular choice for many travellers, thanks to its diverse landscapes, delicious cuisine and immense history. A country that is often neglected, Pakistan boasts untapped secrets which perfectly encapsulates Jules Verne’s pioneering spirit of adventure. Jules Verne’s General Manager Debbie O’Neill says: “With Pakistan set to be one of the top […]
Towards the end of last year, Office for National Statistics (ONS) published the results of their latest census which showed that the UK has witnessed rapid growth in the Muslim population. In 2011, the Muslim population was 4.9% of the entire population, whereas, in 2021, it rose to 6.5%. This means that Britain’s Muslim minority […]
With many concerned about the cost of living crisis, exploring new ways to save money has become a major factor when dealing with our finances. This is probably the first time in many years that inflation has risen rapidly, with prices of essential items rising at a superfast rate. In this article, we look at […]
