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It was on this very day (December 11), that the renowned scholar, jurist, polymath and author, Abu al-Walid Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Rushd died in Marrakech, Morocco. Born in Cordoba of Andalucia in the year 1126 CE, Ibn Rushd is widely known as Averroes in the West. Born into an influential Muslim Andalucian family, he […]
If you’re looking for some winter sunshine, Morocco is the place to be! On top of getting your dosage of Vitamin D, Morocco offers diverse landscapes ranging from the Atlas Mountains to the breathing views of the Atlantic Ocean. What’s more, as Morocco is steeped in history, the country is filled with world heritage sites […]
Every year, The Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre (RISSC) publish a list of 500 of the most influential Muslims in the world. As part of that, they also feature a Muslim Woman of the Year as well as a Muslim Man of the Year. This year, Aisha Bewley was awarded the title after being recognised […]
The world-renowned cleric and patron of Darul Uloom Karachi, Mufti Rafi Usmani, passed away on Friday 18 November. Aged 86, he was the eldest son of Mufti Shafi Usmani and the brother of the accomplished scholar, Mufti Taqi Usmani. Known for his scholastic efforts and deep understanding of the Quran and Hadith, Mufti Rafi Usmani […]
Renowned as a leading artist of his time, Nasser Al Yousif (d. 2006) was known for his impressive artistic expressions of Bahraini life, culture, architecture and landscapes. With over forty years of experience in the field, Al Yousif eventually lost his sight, but that did not prevent him from working on his passion. In his […]
With a convenient location off the coast of South America, Trinidad and Tobago are the perfect twin islands for some rest and relaxation. With fewer tourists, much in the way of flora and fauna, and the world’s most pristine beaches, the people of the two islands welcome visitors with wide smiles! Often neglected when searching […]
