By Guest BloggerMuslim girls took over 2014 with landmark moments, appearing on television commercials, news panels, and one even receiving a Nobel Peace Prize. Also relevant to Muslim girls, 2014 unleashed a character classified as the “Wallah Bro.” Though this wasn’t the year that conceived the actual Wallah Bro himself, it was the year that women’s discussions…
By ShannonSleigh bells ring are you listening, in the lane temptation is glistening . . . It’s December and Christmas is on steroids. Your friends are posting long articles about keeping Christ in Christmas, there’s a debate in the comments section on why people should say “Happy Holidays,” there’s your group of friends that celebrate Hanukkah,…
By Sara MaherElite Daily wrote a post about how the successful are known to have uniformity with their outfits. Of course, on the top of their article, they have pictures of both FaceBook’s Mark Zuckerberg and Apple’s Steve Jobs. “Simplicity, simplicity, simplicity” they say. Of course, as a fashion enthusiast, I say NO. I think fashion is an important…
By SaniaThese days the fashion world is constantly changing, at a faster pace than ever. That means more and more trends are coming in just as fast as they’re going out of style. So it’s important to seize the opportunity once it lands in the impermanent world of fashion. The newest trend that has swung by…
By sobiamasoodSalaam chicas! Okay so for those of you who haven’t noticed, it’s gotten cold. Like really, really, really cold. The perfect time to cover up modestly without sacrificing fashion and comfort. So layer, drape, and wrap up all you want to keep warm. Here I am again to show you my cute and fashionable solution to…
By Sajida HydoubAs a life-long summertime visitor, and now permanent resident for over 2 months, I am a self-acclaimed expert on everything Khartoum and Sudan. I can maneuver my way around the Arabi Market and tell you which tea lady is the best on Nile Street. I can make a killer gurassa and mlah tagaliya and I…
By ShannonRecently, I was given the opportunity to see an early screening of the film ‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’ followed by a panel discussion with some of those involved in the making of the film, including the director, Ridley Scott. While my morals were telling me it was a great movie and nothing more, my curiosity…
By MG StaffIt’s that time of year again. People all around the world have their noses crammed in books, notes, and power points, studying for upcoming exams. Whether you are a college student prepping for the GRE or final exams, or a high schooler getting ready for that big SAT, you are probably nervous just thinking about…
By JasmineI attended this year’s fifth annual American Muslim Consumer Conference, which aims to bring various business owners together to discuss the global outlook and rising influence of Islamic capital. This year, AMCC published a study on the American Muslim Market, which provided rich fact-based statistics needed to govern and firmly establish a Muslim business. The speaker…
By Sarah AgerFor most of us, late Autumn means crawling out from under the duvet at silly o’clock and heading out to catch a bus to school, work or uni in the freezing cold. For me, this season also means getting to know a crop of new students as they begin their year-long English courses. The youngest…
By The Queen of Democracy, five-foot one OG baddie Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, was hospitalized last week. This lady quite literally slays and we really hope she gets better soon. So, in her honor, here are 10 of RBG’s baddest moments. 1. When RBG elegantly, masterfully, and publicly expressed all the best emotions to the Supreme Court’s mansplaining bull***t….
By Dear President Erdogan, Have you ever heard the story of Shajar al-Durr? The “gentle lady” widow declared Sultana of Egypt in the 13th century. The “fragile” woman who, almost single-handedly, terminated the Seventh Crusade. The “dainty” leader who orchestrated the capture of King Louis IX of France. The “delicate” politician who fiercely negotiated with the French, regained…
By MG StaffYeah, we already know. You had to deal with a bunch of annoying relatives on Thanksgiving that justified the Michael Brown decision. Your pants won’t button post-Turkeyfest. And now your Facebook not-really-friends are posting about the Black Friday boycott being pointless. We’re right there with you. So, a dose of puppy dressed in teddy bear…
By Throughout history, people have come up with the most creative ways to defy outrageous laws in their countries. There are those that stand in unison, blocking major highways and causing a public fuss. There are those that paint messages on walls, forcing everyone’s attention. There are those that record themselves rebelling, and upload it on…
By Salma ElkhaoudiThe night of Darren Wilson’s non-indictment, amidst all the circulation about white privilege and injustice in the land of red, white and blue, one particular statement stood out. I was scrolling through Tumblr, my frustration with the American justice system beyond the usual, when I saw a post by @mercedesbenzodiazepine: “Just wondering…. Who’s still proud…
