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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 […]
When we think of London, landmarks such as Big Ben, Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace may be the first things that come to our mind. But there’s so much more hidden away in the quaint streets of the East End. Whether you’re looking for green spaces, spicy Bangladeshi food or a bustling market, East London […]
Numerous videos are surfacing on social media showing football fans taking their Shahada in Qatar. Whilst these new Muslims made their way to the country for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, it seems that various factors influenced them into making such a decision. According to several tweets, more than 500 people have converted to Islam. […]
It’s true what they say! No visit to Germany is complete without visiting Berlin – the capital and largest city in the country. Berlin is known to many as the City of Contrasts, as on the one hand, it boasts marvellous sites and world-class galleries, whilst on the other, it is home to much in […]
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 […]
