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Not all Ramadan traditions are good and these days we have our fair share of horrible traditions that need to be ditched. Read on... Read More »

When was the last time you went out of your home and tried to physically see the moon for yourself rather than trawling through your twitter feed to see whether #Eid was trending? Read More »

Like my co-author and close friend Sarah S., cooking has a calming effect on me, one that I welcome after a long day of teaching at an elementary school. However, when I only have an hour or so to cook, anxiety sets in. That’s when I focus on making a quick and hearty meal that will also satiate our taste buds. The following recipe was born in my kitchen on one of those days. It soon became one of our favorite chicken recipes due to the tangy flavor produced by mango habanero sauce. I paired it with a spinach-garlic side dish, and vegetable rice. I hope you enjoy it as much as my husband and I do. Read More »

The poor among the Ummah deserve a special mention because they are more often than not overlooked, their interests disregarded and their voices ignored. Read More »

Let's start with a brand spanking new feature. Click to find out what! May you find every morning sweetened with remembrance of Allah. From Fortress of the Muslim, "Alhamdolillahil-ladhee aafaanee fee jasadee, wa radda alayya roohee, wa adhinalee bidhikrihi." All praise is for Allah, Who gave strength to my body, and returned my soul to me, and permitted me to remember Him. Read More »