Section: Lifestyle
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Shooting stars: a new generation of Muslim astronomers aims high
The Islamic world has a rich tradition of studying the night sky, one Hamza Ilyas is continuing with stargazing sessions that are open to all
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‘I took a halal beach holiday for women in Turkey’
The coastal town of Alanya has a reputation for Muslim-friendly resorts, but some cater especially well for female travellers, as our writer discovers
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‘We often forget that women have always been involved in science’
Hyphen sits down with four women working across science and engineering to talk about the barriers still facing them today
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Potty training feels like an impossible project with a looming deadline
I wonder if the stress I feel around toilet training is part of my own difficulty in navigating the waters of change as a parent
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From turmeric face masks to mustard seed haircare: the ancestral tips passed down through generations of women
Homemade beauty hacks provide us with a sense of connection to family or homelands
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The Muslim singles who are ditching dating apps for hiking trails
Tired of being ghosted or mistreated online, some searching for a long-term partner are stepping outdoors to find a potential match
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Veganism finds a foothold in the land of the kebab
In Istanbul, a growing appetite for vegan-friendly cafes and restaurants has created a scene that offers everything from French patisserie to hipster burgers
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Why fasting isn’t just for Ramadan
Mariam Amini embraces intermittent fasting all year round for the unmatched benefits, both spiritual and psychological
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Weaving stories into fashion
Three Black Muslim fashion designers share how their heritage inspires their creativity
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Home cooking for the time-poor — but are meal kits worth it?
With a range of halal meal kits on offer that can be delivered to your door, the idea of reducing the mental load of planning meals and shopping for ingredients is alluring
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‘It’s the sound of crispiness’: behind the viral rise of burek
How did the humble pastry, ubiquitous in the Balkans and Turkey, find popularity across the world?
