Opinion

From political awakening to influence

Mawlana Tahir Talati

How British Muslims can move beyond political mobilisation towards long-term civic engagement, relationship-building, and real local power.

Why British Muslims are standing with Qatar

Abu Aafiyah 16 Min Read

The Qatar World Cup is defying all odds as the Muslim country delivers an exceptional tournament in the face of Western criticism.

A niqābi at a football match, surely not?

Alim Hasan Islam 12 Min Read

Alim Hasan Islam's time at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar comes to an end, in this penultimate piece of a unique series.

Washroom bidets… did non-Muslim tourists figure out their use?

Alim Hasan Islam 4 Min Read

Alim Hasan Islam is back with another diary entry from Qatar, as his journey edges closer to an end.

When a Sikh from Hounslow crossed paths with an Englishman in Qatar

Alim Hasan Islam 9 Min Read

Alim Hasan Islam continues to pen his thoughts while attending the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

Ever thought of wearing a bright orange thobe?

Alim Hasan Islam 7 Min Read

Alim Hasan Islam pens his third diary entry while enjoying the 2022 World Cup.

Turns out that alcohol isn’t needed to attend football matches!

Alim Hasan Islam 11 Min Read

Islam21c's unofficial sports correspondent continues his diary entries at the Qatar World Cup!