In the spirit of community, mutual respect and harmony, London played host for an `Eid celebration in Trafalgar Square on Saturday, June 8. This was organized by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, as one of many annual celebrations recognizing the diverse communities of London. Speaking on stage, the Mayor said, “There are people… looking …

The Association of Muslim Lawyers (AML) opened their doors to members, guests, Muslims and non-Muslim, to celebrate `Eid at The Law Society in London on Friday, June 7. The program for the night included speeches from journalist Aina Khan and from Shahin Sadafi who helped set up Grenfell United, a group supporting survivors from the …

Ramadan inspires us to be better people and better human beings in various ways. Charity, kindness and self-restraint are focused on during Ramadan and it is only logical to take it forward through your Eid resolutions. After all, it is not about one month, but who we become after it that counts. Here are ten …

Envision a bronze roasted turkey, well-placed in the center of the table, surrounded by beautiful casseroles of assorted meats and vegetables, scalding soups, and mouth-watering family recipes passed down for generations.

As we return to our normal life and regular routine after Ramadan, how can we benefit from the spiritual recharge we had during the blessed month? This question is the focus of the special page Stay on Track After Ramadan Find useful tips, strategies and resources that will help you be better than you used …

If you’ve been praying every day in Ramadan, congratulations! You’ve just built the prayer habit. But then, so many of us do just that every Ramadan, and yet give it all up after Eid. How do we hold on to our prayers and other acts of worship after Ramadan?

Muslims gathered at the Islamic Center of Mastic-Shirley [ICMS] for the annual `Eid prayer, marking the end of Ramadan. The prayer offers time to reflect on a month of fasting as well as a chance for attendees to enjoy each other’s company. The theme of the khutbah this year was seeking joy and growth. Imam …

Muslims in America and the Western World all know the scent of Christmas. As they walk through the malls, streets and stores each December, the scent of gingerbread, pine needles and cinnamon waft through the air.

Canadian Muslims celebrated `Eid al-Fitr on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, with community prayer gatherings and festivals in cities across the country to mark the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. In Ottawa, the national capital of Canada, the Muslim Association of Canada held the ‘`Eid al-Fitr prayers at the EY Centre followed by …

As a new Muslim and growing up with strong family bonds around holidays I wanted to keep some of my own traditions during Muslim celebrations, so I could enjoy and share my own special family food and activities. I started out researching my family’s holiday traditions and looking at the un-Islamic aspects in them.