Therapy can feel like a tight box when your beliefs don't fit inside its walls. For many Muslims in the UK, counseling often turns into a place where religion gets left at the door. Sessions focus on emotions or behaviors but skip over the daily practices that give people strength or make them quest
UK police arrested nine people last month after a woman spoke up about severe abuses inside a religious group. The arrests happened at Webb House, a former orphanage turned commune in Crewe where over 100 people lived. Authorities confirmed six men and three women were taken into custody, including
In the early gray of a Detroit morning, a woman named Zarina moves through her house with quiet purpose. She wakes before sunrise so she and her three children can share a simple pre‑fast meal. The food is light: protein drinks, vitamins, water, and dates that echo a tradition from centuries ago. R
A new sign outside a local church has stirred debate among residents. The board of the Ballwin community says the sign was meant to welcome people, but many Muslim neighbors view it as offensive. The message on the sign calls Islam “demonic, ” a phrase that many find hateful and inflammatory. The c
Cervical cancer is a big health issue. But not all groups are equally affected. In India, Muslim women have a lower chance of getting it. But there is a problem. Many do not know enough about it. This lack of knowledge can be dangerous. Why is this happening? There are many reasons. One big reason
A Houston Texans player recently made headlines, not for his performance on the field, but for the message he wore under his eyes. Azeez Al-Shaair, a linebacker for the team, was slapped with a hefty fine of $11, 593. Why? Because he chose to use his eye black to send a powerful message: "stop the g
In Asia, many things shape how people live. Some of these things also affect how many people think about ending their lives. A recent study looked at different factors to understand this better. First, the study checked the number of Muslims in each country. It found that countries with more Muslim
Zohran Mamdani's journey from an unknown candidate to New York's next mayor is quite a story. Just a year ago, he was trying to get noticed by taking a dip in freezing Coney Island waters. Now, he's set to make history as the city's first Muslim and South Asian mayor, as well as the youngest in over
Myanmar is facing serious accusations. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hear a case against Myanmar. It starts on January 12th. It will run until January 29th. The case is about genocide against the Rohingya Muslims. Gambia is the one bringing the case. Gambia is a Muslim-majority coun
In Palestine, families often step up to care for relatives with dementia. This task is tough, but many find comfort in their faith. A recent study looked into how Muslim caregivers use spirituality to handle the challenges. The study involved talking to 21 adult children who care for parents with d
