Section: Lifestyle
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Gymshark’s collaboration with hijabi athletes is breaking down fitness barriers
Working with Muslim influencers, the activewear brand is taking big strides towards inclusivity
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The understated genius of Moeen Ali
The much-loved cricket star bowed out of his final Test match as the perfect role model for his sport and the nation at large
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Love in the Big Apple
In New York, it’s not difficult to meet new, exciting people. But finding a lasting relationship comes with its own challenges
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How charity shops are taking on big fashion
For Gen Z Muslims thrifting isn’t just following trends — it’s an act of faith too
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To circumcise or not?
Despite being steeped in tradition and cultural identity, some parents are questioning whether their sons should undergo the procedure
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Soul preserves
From pickles and ferments to jams and chutneys, conserving surplus produce allows us to enjoy fruits and vegetables grown in familiar earth, many thousands of miles away
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‘We only ever hear men recite the Qur’an. I want to change that’
Around the world, long traditions exist of women delivering moving recitations to diverse congregations. Now, it’s happening in the UK
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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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The divine signs that let you know whether you’ve found ‘the one’ — or not
Predicting the future may be forbidden in Islam, but more Muslims facing major life questions are turning to istikara prayers for reassurance
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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
