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On Saudi Arabia and Its ‘Cube’ Controversies
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Here’s the Full Situation With Imane Khelif From A to Z
By JUMMANAHWe’ve put together all the tweets that lay out the entire story for you.
24 Must-Block Celebrities That Might Have Passed Under Your Radar
By JUMMANAHNumber 17 might shock you!
12 Beautiful Muslim Girl Baby Names and Their Meanings
By Sairah GorsiIt’s that time of year again! The game of picking the most popular and meaningful Muslim girl baby names is what we’re after, and we’ve got you a full list of 12 must-pick names to choose from for your beautiful Muslim baby girl.
Andrew Tate Converts to Islam: Separating Culture and Religion
By Kabeerah KhanWelcoming members to the Ummah will always be our number one priority. Cancel culture doesn’t have a place in Islam; forgiveness lies at the core of our religion. So, if you’re like me, you are both happy and worried over Andrew Tate’s announcement that he has embraced Islam and is now Muslim. Allah (SWT) is…
Muslims React to Andrew Tate Converting to Islam
By MG StaffControversial online figure, Andrew Tate, confirmed he has converted to Islam. Tate, who is notorious for his radical anti-women beliefs, was banned from social media platforms more than two months ago due to a number of alleged statements he made. Earlier today, he announced on his Gettr account that he is Muslim. The Muslim community…
7 Misconceptions About Shia Muslims
By Marium NaqviThe world brands me as a terrorist, so I turn to my ummah for support. The ummah is consumed with divisions, too weak to stand on its feet. But it is not the outsider’s tarnishing words that leave an imprint on me; it is my ummah’s, who cast me out and call me a kafir…
The Hypocrisy of Runway Fashion Shows
By Fatimah SThe burqa is one of the most controversial outfits today. Countries from France to China have imposed some form of restrictions on the legality of wearing the burqa in public. However, designer Richard Quinn recently debuted his work at London Fashion Week, with models walking the runway in outfits that seem to be heavily inspired…
This Is What the Muslim Girl Army Says About the French Hijab Ban
By MG StaffIn case you missed it, France kicked off 2022 by cementing its status as a global epicenter of Islamophobia by passing yet another hijab ban. This time, France is banning Muslim women from wearing hijab in sports competitions. We asked the Muslim Girl community to sound off on the latest French hijab ban. Needless to…
Virginia High School Students Protest After a Student’s Hijab Was Pulled Off
By JUMMANAHAround 350 students protested outside Fairfax High School in Fairfax County, VA last Thursday in support of Ekran Mohamed, the Muslim student who had her hijab pulled off by a student called James Nygaard, so as to bring justice to her and hold the school accountable. Mohamed reported that Nygaard threw her across the room,…
Here’s How Muslim Women Prepare for Traveling
By JUMMANAHReady for the holiday season? With exams coming to an end, traveling is surely an option for those of us who want to have a fun break! But if you’re a Muslim revert, for example, chances are you still don’t know how you can prepare for traveling. No worries! We asked Muslim women how they…
Here’s How Reverts Can Face Discrimination When It Comes to Marriage
By Guest BloggerIt’s time we talk about reverts, and how we are often shunned by those who are born into Muslim because we aren’t the “right” ethnicity or from the “right” family when trying to marry. I’m 40, and white. My ex and I met at work 10 years ago. And on my end, it was butterflies…
Why White Feminism Is Problematic For Muslim Women
By Zeinab FakihThere have been several incidents globally in which female athletes have been pushing back against their mandatory team uniforms. One of the more notorious incidents that sparked worldwide media attention was that of the Norwegian women’s beach handball team. The European Handball Federation fined these women €1500 for resisting the typical uniform of bikini bottoms…
Why the Phrase “Islamic Terrorism” Is Incorrect
By MG StaffIs the rise of recent terrorism and violence justifiably and rightly traced back to Islam? Is it a twisted misconception or interpretation of Islamic teachings? Is it wrong to let a radical minority represent the peaceful and authenticity of Islam? Has fear blinded the world to the scared lessons of peace and tolerance? “To love…
The Problem With Dress Codes in Women’s Sports
By Lina El OrraWhat women wear, regardless of the occasion, is always a subject that brings a lot to be talked about. From red carpets to religious garments, we are constantly exposed to women’s outfit choices. However, this obsession is starting to be the main topic in a new domain: sports. A few weeks ago, the Norwegian women’s…