Muslim Feminism Beyond Driving
The lifting of the Saudi driving ban is not motivated by concern for women's rights, but rather strategic interest.
By Rafia Zakaria
The royal dec [...]
First Spokeswoman Appointed at Saudi Embassy in Washington
Fatimah Baeshen is the first Saudi woman spokesperson at the Kingdom's embassy in Washington DC. Baeshan was a director at the Washington based thin [...]
Saudi Women Allowed to Issue Fatwas
Saudi women are now allowed to issue fatwas following a vote in the Shoura Council. The historic move was approved by 107 votes and ends 45 years of [...]
Dr. Jemilah Mahmood – Malaysian Woman Leads Mercy Mission
Dr Jemilah Mahmood and her team were on their way to deliver medical supplies to a children's hospital in Iraq when they were trapped in a crossfire [...]
A 800-Year-Old Piece of Indian Heritage in Jerusalem
Jerusalem: Did you know that there is a corner of Jerusalem that has a distinct Indian stamp to it and its various residents wear their Indian orig [...]
Post-Sanctions, Iranian Rugs Arrive in US Markets
Iran has resumed carpet exports to the United States after nearly six years of inactivity. In the last Iranian calendar year (which ended March 2017), [...]
World Tulip Summit Award for Istanbul Municipality
Ottawa: The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İBB) was presented with an award and certificate by the authorities of the World Tulip Summit, whic [...]
Wakf Council – Rs. 2 Cr. for Wakf Complex Construction
The Board proposes to build four specialty hospitals in the State and a rehabilitation centre for persons with mental disorders.
By A Staff Writer
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New Hajj Policy – Affordable Pilgrimage without Subsidy
Though the pilgrimage is performed only during 5-6 designated days, the operations are large enough to demand the managerial exercise to span over the [...]
Door-to-Door Campaign by Egyptian Women
Cairo: Muslim female preachers and Christian nuns recently attended an awareness course at Egypt's Assiut University. This came as part of the trainin [...]