We Need a Faithful Muslim Media

Written by Bishr Ahmed

The powerful influence of the media in promoting ideas, opinions and cultural exchange is beyond doubt. Given the widespread global availability of satellite TV, fair-minded and peace-loving people would love the media to enhance, objectively, their understanding of different peoples and cultures, based on mutual respect and understanding. The global media is well-placed to perform such a role but all too often it fails because those who control global media empires tend to have other ideas: be that seeking to maximise profit or furthering other agendas.

Ramadan - The Month of Mercy

Written by Karima Hamdan

The Month of Mercy – Ramadan is days away and the hearts of every Muslim swells with excitement and hope. On the first night of this month the devils and jinn are shackled in Hell and the doors of Hell are closed and the doors of Heaven are opened and thus it will remain until the end of this month. During this month the reward for all good deeds and acts of worship are extravagantly increased, prayers are answered and hearts are expanded.