“When will it be right to be Muslim and gay?”
Background The above question has been the subject of a lingering controversy over the last few weeks, spawning heated, emotional…
“We only die once” – Turkey’s Call to Arms to protect Jerusalem
Turkey says it has been rallying together an international peacekeeping force as the world looks on in horror at the…
“Vote Today; Be Kafir Tomorrow”: The Issue of Voting
That season of jostling for space to express a view on voting has once again descended upon the population here…
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Virtues of the first 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah
Among the great seasons of worship are the first ten days of Dhu’l-Hijjah, which Allah (subḥānahu wa taʿālā) has favoured over other days.
Benefits of Dhul-Hijjah Days
Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him and his father) reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days." The people asked, "Not even Jihad for the sake of Allah?" He said,…
Put all your Trust in Allah
“We have a diagnosis,” said the foetal heart sonographer at Great Ormond Street Hospital. When I heard these words, my hope that they had made a mistake in my last scan shattered. I was led to a counselling room by the nurse and I remember a box of tissues…
Jordan delivers justice after Britain fails
Hidden away in some dusty corner in government vaults in London there must be a well-thumbed dossier containing secret evidence which kept a Palestinian caged in Britain without charge or trial for more than a decade. Described by successive home secretaries as the most dangerous man in Britain, it…
10 deeds for 10 days for Moazzam Begg
The first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are now upon us, these days are almost coinciding with the 10 day countdown until Moazzam Begg's trial. He is due to stand trial at the Old Bailey on 6 October 2014, CAGE have put together this practical day by day guide in order to make…
Protests on streets against ISIS? How absurd!
Following the recent attacks on Gaza, Muslims rightly took to the streets with protests and campaigns. This led to accusations on social media from the far right and Zionists, as what could only be described as a diversionary tactic, that Muslims only complained about Gaza and suggested Muslims protest…
Thank you, O`Bomber
America and her allies have succeeded. They’ve finally found a reason to show their true might, Wiping out ‘extremists’ from the skies at night. With her coalition of Kings ridding the country of this terror threat. All of a sudden the whole country has to pay the so…
What do we learn from the latest ISIS speech?
ISIS spokesman Abu Muhammad Adnani released a statement yesterday that Muslims around the world should thank him for because he made things crystal clear for anyone with eyes to see. Before we begin, it has to be made clear that Adnani is ISIS leader Abu Bakr Baghdadi’s spokesman and cannot be considered…
The Fiqh of Finders Keepers
Rulings pertaining to finding lost property This section in the books of Fiqh is usually entitled ‘The Chapter of Luqaṭa’ which include definitions of al-Luqaṭa as property or wealth lost by the owner, even if carelessly, and the rulings pertaining to those who find such property. Traditionally, and this can…
Video message to ISIS by UK Scholars #FreeAlanHenning
The following video is the result of discussions amongst the people of knowledge in the UK and abroad. The full video containing detailed scholarly explanations will be published soon, but due to the urgency of the situation - this abridged version has been released to clarify the issue for…
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Why are new Muslims leaving Islam?
“I don’t know if you can help me; I don’t even know where to start.…
Attractive Hijabs & Shari’ah
Living in the west, the hijab has become a potent indicator of identity with many…
A James O’Brien masterclass in how to deal with people demanding Muslims apologise for #Charliehebdo
http://audioboom.com/boos/2784684-a-james-o-brien-masterclass-in-how-to-deal-with-people-demanding-that-muslims-apologise-for-charliehebdo/ Read today's post: In response to last night's shocking BBC Panorama by Dr Salman Butt Read…
Reply from Dr. Haitham Al-Haddad to allegations made in the Daily Mail & Sunday Times newspaper
I was deeply saddened on Sunday morning to see the article in your newspaper maligning…