Section: Culture
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Photo essay: Inside, Outside — Eid at Burgess Park
A photographic celebration of communal space in south London
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Amber Husain on Tell Me How You Eat: ‘Food is culturally, politically and socially loaded’
The author’s latest book is a personal account of her own experience of disordered eating and an exploration of how food has been politicised throughout history
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How Ramadan became a marketing moment
Brand engagement during the holy month was once limited to supermarket offers on halal products. Now, big-name companies are coming up with innovative and inclusive campaigns
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How to celebrate Eid al-Fitr 2026
Things to do For Eid al-Fitr 2026 in the UK – prayers, family activities and events
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100 years of Leighton House and the influence of Islamic art in Victorian Britain
A new exhibition includes a short film from director Soudade Kaadan inspired by the Damascene tiles that line the walls of the historic London house
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The Oscars arrives at an uneasy moment for a US celebration of Iran
It feels both apt and surreal that so many Iranian films have emerged as key nominees at the Oscars, including It Was Just an Accident and Cutting Through Rocks
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Ramzi Hammad is carving out a new identity for the Zurich jazz scene
The Swiss-Palestinian drummer and band leader’s work blends Arabic musical traditions with the spontaneous thrill of improvisation
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UK events for International Women’s Day and beyond
From Bristol to Bradford, local organisations are highlighting the contributions made and the challenges faced by Muslim women
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What is zakat?
Zakat is a type of charity in Islam where eligible Muslims give a percentage of their wealth each year to help those in need and share their blessings with others
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Ibraaz: inside the Grade II-listed building offering creative freedom for the global majority
Tucked away in central London is a great hall celebrating art and culture from the south-west Asia and north Africa region
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The 2026 Eid gift guide
Thoughtful ideas for every kind of person — from heritage-inspired phone cases to henna nail stain and textured towel hoodies
