In this very beneficial talk, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi speaks with Dr. Aasim Padella regarding the COVID-19 crisis and the intersection of the Islamic medical ethics in modern times. This is a timely and imperative lecture which may answer many of your questions about COVID-19, including newer information about how the virus is now believed to…
Why You Should Learn About Ševala Zildžić, the First Muslim Woman to Become a Doctor in Yugoslavia
Say, “Are those who know equal to those who do not know?” (39:9) Back in 1903, Bosnia and Herzegovina was under Austro-Hungarian rule. This was the time of enlightenment for the people of my motherland. The first museums and theaters were opened in Sarajevo, and people had started to nurture their culture. The first magazines…
12 #MuslimWomensDay Posts From Our Partners and Allies That Gave Us the Feels
Thank you to everyone who made this year’s Muslim Women’s Day — our fourth annual one — a huge success! We had a great time flooding the internet with our own authentic narratives centered around autonomy, particularly because we got to express ourselves without filtering them through the lenses of others. But it wasn’t just…
20 Muslim Women to Watch in 2020
The recent years have been a total masterclass in how to handle our business when the world is ablaze around us. From a disconcerting rise in hate crimes to politicians who need to take several seats, it truly feels like we’ve seen it all. Above the madness, the incredible women featured on this list have…
What Does Islam Teach Us About Responding to Issues Like the Coronavirus Outbreak?
As the coronavirus continues to spread and the number of verified cases increases in areas that are newly hit (or just now gaining access to proper testing), the media has been ablaze with various reports regarding the virus. Did you know that Islam, which provides a set of guidelines for Muslim to live by, has…
6 Ways to Prepare Your Body for Ramadan
With Ramadan just a little over a month away, now is a great time to start making adjustments to our daily habits, including our eating habits, in order to transition our bodies into our Ramadan routine. In this short video from Al Arabiya, dietitian Racha Adib discusses six ways we can start preparing our bodies…
6 Quick and Easy Hijab Styles
For those who wear the hijab, you know how it easy it can be to wear your hijab the same way day after day. We came across this hijab tutorial by YouTube user Ro’s World, who demonstrated six different and super easy hijab styles that take only about a minute each to achieve. We knew…
Here’s How You Can Help Stop Coronavirus From Spreading
By now, there’s no doubt you’ve heard of coronavirus, which has become a global health pandemic per the World Health Organization (WHO) as of Wednesday, March 11, 2020. The virus has spread to virtually every region in the world, with cases in Europe, the United States, Asia, Africa, and Australia, in at least 114 countries….
Do I Have to Be Homophobic If I’m a Muslim?
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MuslimGirl.com or its editors. This question popped up in my head whilst in a book store. I was about to pick up a book by Azeenarh Mohammed, a collection of…
5 Tips For Making Friends As An Expatriate
For more nuggets of wisdom from Nida Siddiq of Naturally Nida as she navigates life as an expatriate mom, be sure to follow her on Instagram! It is very easy to walk into a social gathering and go straight to your comfort table; that special table where all your friends and family are sitting. See,…
These 14 “Muslim” Pick-Up Lines Will Ruin Your Valentine’s Day
It’s Valentine’s Day, fam! For those of you without a date (take it easy, haram police, you know it’s happening), we’ve compiled some of the cringiest Muslim pick-up lines to keep you far away from the plethora of heart-shaped chocolates and paraphernalia. At least until tomorrow. Hello, discount candy! These one-liners will make you cry,…
Impactful Muslim Women of the Decade
It’s impossible to summarize the magnitude of impactful Muslim women that have defined the last decade, and that’s not what this list intends to do. Instead, we want to shine a light on the Muslim women that absolutely should be on your radar, who have probably had an impact on the world as you know…
Why Are So Many Latinos Converting to Islam?
“Latinos are one of the fastest growing groups within Islam in America. VICE’s Lee Adams travels to Houston Texas, the home of America’s first Islam in Spanish center, to investigate what’s behind this phenomenon and how America’s current political climate might be related.” Video Credit: VICE Selects
Here Are 3 of Our Baddest Modest Cosplay Looks
Ever get invited to a costume party but don’t know what to wear? Are you unsure of how to wear a costume without it getting in the way of your hijab? Well, then MuslimGirl.com has got you covered, boo! This latest video on cosplay with hijab is all you need to slay. This video shows…
Khadijah Mellah Becomes Britain’s First Muslim Female Jockey
On August 1, 2019, Khadijah Mellah (18), made history by becoming the first female British Muslim jockey to win a competitive race in the 2019 Magnolia Cup at Goodwood Racecourse. Watch this video to see Khadijah’s story, follow her journey, find out what brought her into this male-dominated sport, and be inspired. She is an…
