Section: Lifestyle
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‘My clothes represent something greater than fashion’
For Kazna Asker, one of a handful of Muslim designers at this year’s London Fashion Week, the catwalk is a call to action
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Why Rome’s best pizza is Egyptian
The chefs that have come to dominate the Roman pizza industry offer much-needed hope to migrants being shut out of Meloni’s Italy
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From Marvel to Barbie, hijabis are making their mark on the cosplay scene
Drawing inspiration from comic books and movies, a growing number of young Muslim women are pushing modest clothing into the realms of fantasy
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‘There are always big shoes to fill when you take over a family business’
For some younger people, working in family firms offers a range of opportunities, but others are opting to go their own way
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When eating is healing
Across cultures and generations, many foods are viewed as restorative and beneficial to our health. Now much of that age-old wisdom is being proved by science
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The unstoppable rise of the halal breakfast
From Mediterranean delicacies to halal takes on the classic English fry-up, Muslim-owned cafes across London are changing the way we start our days
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When relationship boundaries become walls
Personal boundaries are essential to a relationship – but enforcing them too rigidly risks pushing our partners away
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Afternoon tea gets a halal makeover
From Lebanese treats to five-star luxury, this quintessentially English meal is both infinitely adaptable and increasingly inclusive
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The ugly truth about ‘latte makeup’
The ‘racially neutral’ look is one of TikTok’s hottest trends, but the Black and Brown women who created it are being ignored
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Oud: the ancient fragrance that’s taking over the world
Loved for centuries throughout Asia and the Middle East, the rich and distinctive scent is now embraced by luxury brands and artisanal perfume producers across the globe
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How to get fit in a multigenerational household
We are all bombarded with advice on how to lose weight and hone our bodies but, for some, family life presents particular challenges
