With every New Year comes the opportunity of a fresh start, a new beginning - transformations to be made; resolutions to be kept; poor habits to be changed.Some of the most popular…
Here at Muslim Aid, we work hard to help humanity, no matter what people's individual circumstances. Helping to reduce the amount of homelessness in the UK is part of what we do, e…
To put it simply, Islam encourages unity and equality among all individuals, regardless of age, colour, gender or social status.Take the annual pilgrimage of Hajj, for example; the…
The winter season can be a joyous occasion for many, but sadly, this isn't the case for everyone. However, this year you can be the reason behind the happiness and smiles of all th…
Taken for GrantedHomelessness is a big issue all year round, but it is particularly problematic during the winter. No-one wants to be on the streets at any time of year, but during…
For many years now, Syria has been more commonly thought of as a battleground as opposed to a country where families are living and hoping for the best for their children. The cold…
One year on from the Rohingya crisis, Kawsar Zaman visits Myanmar to witness life for the Rohingya children left behind. This Saturday 25 August marks 1 year on from the start of …
As a parent, it is a lifelong duty to ensure your family is resilient and united. The leadership role that you play is important to teach and help children understand significant v…
If you are embarking on the Hajj pilgrimage this year, it is likely you already have all your travel documents in order and know when you will be arriving in Mecca. However, we t…
Hajj is no doubt an amazing spiritual journey that every Muslim aspires to embark on. There is an enormous amount of information associated with Hajj; most is critical to ensure th…
Q. What is Qurbani?Qurbani is the act of offering a sacrifice on Eid-al-Adha. It commemorates the supreme sacrifice offered by the Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to show his total submission…
There are two annual key festivals that are celebrated in Islam - one is Eid-ul-Fitr and the other is Eid-ul-Adha.Although they are both named Eid, they are two completely differen…
Aside from the religious obligations upon Muslims during the Holy month of Ramadan, fasting has countless health benefits, too. From improved weight management and healthier blood …
“Surely, we have revealed to you the Grand Night, and what will make you comprehend what the Grand Night is? The Grand Night is better than a thousand months. The Angels and th…
We all know that Ramadan is a wonderful time and that we are blessed to be able to experience it year after year. By wishing blessings on others and donating to help feed the hung…
In Islam, there are many acts which can lead to immeasurable reward – both today and in our Hereafter; these acts are commonly referred to as sadaqah jaariyah.Sadaqah jaariyah is…
“I’m making my Zakat count this Ramadan!” Bushra Shaikh, 34, says life has been incredibly busy since she finished filming BBC’s 2017 Apprentice series. She’s just been …
Celebrity chefs Madhur Jaffrey, Ainsley Harriott and Saliha Mahmood Ahmed (Masterchef UK Champion 2017) are supporting Muslim Aid's Ramadan campaign this year. To help…
It’s Ramadan! - Training & Fasting? Ten Top Tips for you For all footballers and other sports enthusiasts out there, it’s really important to look after your…
Salah, explained…Salah, the second pillar of Islam, is a daily obligation upon all Muslims above baligh (mature) age and is the act of offering prayers to Allah SWT. …
