In Memorabilia of the Encampments

On April 25, 2024, a student protest began at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to protest the school administration’s investments in Israel. Self-titled as the ‘Palestine Solidarity Encampment’, the demonstration was a part of pro-Palestine protests on university campuses campaigning for divestment from Israel. The early morning of May 2, amidst chaos and…

The Adoption of Islamic Finance

Today, as the world is filled with economic instability and a growing demand for ethical financial systems, Islamic finance is slowly emerging as a strong alternative to conventional finance systems. Rooted in risk-sharing principles, fairness, and social responsibility, it offers a sustainable model that is attracting Muslims, governments, corporations, and financial institutions worldwide.  In 2023…

Beyond the Scale: The Hidden Health Threats Facing South Asian Populations

Growing up in a South Asian household meant having a constant supply of delicious food: rotis, parathas, mithais (sweets), mouth-watering curries, and deep-fried goodness during Ramadan, the month of fasting and reflection. But it also meant hearing older relatives talk about their diabetes and blood pressure and discussing the mountain of medications they had to…

Campus Crackdowns: Behind the Recent Restrictions on Pro-Palestinian Student Speech

Since October 2023, students across the nation have spoken out in protest of the U.S. government’s funding and equipping of Israel to commit genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. In addition, this past spring saw a rise in the establishment of encampments to demand that their universities divest funds from pro-Israel groups.  However, U.S. university administrations…