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The Chaos at Woodstock ‘99 Shows How Societies Normalize Violence Against Women

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Content warning: This article discusses sexual assault, violence against women, sexual exploitation, and includes imagery of rape. If I could describe the docuseries “Trainwreck: Woodstock ’99” in one word, it would be “chaotic.” The series did an outstanding job outlining salient elements bringing the three-day festival to its absolute worst. The terrible planning, execution, infrastructure,…

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10 Essential Islamic Etiquettes for Traveling

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“Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.” Dalai Lama Ah, traveling fills the soul and nourishes the spirit to explore the hidden beauty of diversified cultures worldwide. Islam has taught us the essential Islamic etiquette when traveling for us to be the best version of ourselves when we set foot in a foreign…

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10 MODEST SWIMWEAR COLLECTIONS TO CHECK OUT

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‘Tis the season for our Muslim gals to enjoy fun in the sun! What’s your favorite thing to do when the sun’s out? Do you like trying out new refreshing summer mocktails to quench your thirst? Do you like embarking on a whole new journey outdoors (i.e: camping, fishing, traveling)? Whatever it is, there is…

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Is Ijtihad a Real Thing in Islam?

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For the longest time in Islamic history, the issue of ijtihad in Shari’ah (Islamic jurisprudence) and principles of fiqh (usul al-Fiqh) spark heated debate in both positive and negative lights. Some sects contend that the only sources Muslims should ultimately rely on are the Holy Qur’an and Hadith of our beloved Prophet, peace and blessings…

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Didn’t Maximize Ramadan? Here’s How To Move Forward

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As the familiar enlightening rhythm of the Takbir echoed on televisions during the final night of Ramadan, you realised you finally reached the end of your spiritually illuminating journey. Everyone is delighted to open up a new chapter the next day, but somehow you feel that there’s a missing piece that tells you that you’re not…

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5 Myths Around Cultural Gender Roles Between Spouses

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It’s your big day and you’re finally getting married! Everyone is happy for you, your spouse looks happy to have you in his arms. But then, you’re doing most of the dishes at home, taking care of the kids all by yourself, or cooking and doing grocery shopping while your husband goes to work day…

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10 Ways to Treat Yourself on Valentine’s Day

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Who says you only get to treat yourself on Valentine’s Day if you belong with “lovebirds”? If you’re a single woman, and you’re reading this, it’s your calling to show yourself the love that you deserve! Love is in the air around this time of year, and YOU deserve to feel as loved as anyone…

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How Spiritual Abuse Was Used to Silence Rape Allegations at Britain’s Biggest Mosque

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Content warning: This article discusses sexual assault and religious and spiritual abuse. The Ahmadiya sect behind Britain’s biggest and most influential mosque has been hit with rape allegations involving its members. There are claims that the mosque’s “spiritual leader,” Mirza Masroor Ahmad, told the alleged victim that she shouldn’t take her allegations to the police…

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How Muslims Should Approach the Jihad Against Porn Addiction

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Addiction to pornography begins when a person finds pleasure in the unrealistic act of sexual intercourse portrayed on screen. The moment the brain releases feel-good chemicals like dopamine and oxytocin when associated with pornography and masturbation, it will become extremely difficult for people to end their bad habits and try to replace them with good…

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Here’s Why Tinder’s Parent Company Is Suing MuzMatch

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MuzMatch, one of the biggest and most influential Muslim dating apps with a total of 5 million global members and 150,000 successful marriage stories, is going head-to-head legally with a US-based dating powerhouse, Match Group, which filed a lawsuit for trademark infringement. Founded over a decade ago by Shahzad Younas, a British-Asian Muslim, MuzMatch was…

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The Oppression of Women in Lower-income Countries Must End

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Emerging into the era of modernisation, great measures are taken to ensure the establishment of justice, law, and order in this world. Oppressed women initially became the voice of women empowerment and gender equality; Nelson Mandela became the face of the extinction of apartheid and racism — all of which have been highlighted in the…