Finding the next halal spot to visit is a task many Muslims have faced before. The constant Yelp searches, text messages with friends, and social media posts can be tiring. Luckily, Los Angeles is home to some of the best places, and that is no different when it comes to halal food. Here’s a list…
I had an epiphany recently. This spring break, I had a chance to shoot hoops at my local park for the first time in two months. As I heaved shot after shot and fumbled my dribble every five seconds, I thought to myself, Man, I really suck at basketball right now… …and, more importantly, at…
Ah, February. For some, it’s the most romantic time of the year. For some…let’s just say not so much. For all of us, more importantly, this month is dedicated to recognizing some of the most influential civil rights activists in our nation’s history while also shedding an unfiltered light on the African diaspora. In this…
In today’s reality, the idea of what constitutes a beautiful woman is that which was initially defined by the West–tall, slim, and fair. There is no denying that Western beauty standards are based on a particular kind of beauty catered to white femininity that only serves a select few. Women of color have tried everything…
Your father is an immigrant. Your father is an Egyptian immigrant, to be more precise. He likes to take trips to visit his home country, and sometime soon he will ask you if you would like to visit it with him. You will feel excited about this, but you may also feel nervous. After all,…
Good conversations and genuine connections are a simple pleasure that many have not been able to enjoy over the past year. With quarantine keeping everyone cooped up, many have turned to podcasts for that missing piece in their lives. People from all fields have started their own podcasts with a variety of interesting topics to…
In March of 2020, when the world was just beginning to realize the severity of the coronavirus situation, Priyanka Chopra drew raised eyebrows from many when she posted a video of herself on Instagram standing on a balcony and clapping for first responders. “People around the world have shown their appreciation for the doctors, nurses…
1. Cottagecore Fashion Photos Credit: @luj.ayne on Instagram and Simrah Ahmed In their latest “Year in Review,” popular social media platform Tumblr called 2020 “The year of cottagecore” and the trend’s popularity is continuing into 2021. Cottagecore is defined as an aesthetic in which people dress as though they are living in a cottage. Likewise,…
Islamic schools take on a significant role in shaping and constructing the identity of Muslims, especially in places like the U.S. Parents, educators, and others involved in the Islamic education system use these schools to (re)Islamize Muslim youth. In addition to class add-ons like Arabic, Qur’an, and Islamic studies, most Islamic schools incorporate religious activities…
Muslim comedy can be very specific and often difficult to explain to those who are not Muslim. Yet, increased Muslim representation in comedic TV shows, films, and standup specials has shown that this humor is relatable to a wide range of audiences. Ramy Youssef, comedian and co-creator of TV’s first Muslim American sitcom Ramy, does…