Aug 27, 2009
An educational foundation has announced plans to distribute free books to UK schools to highlight the scientific and cultural legacy of Muslim civilisation. 1001 Inventions is the brainchild of the Foundation for Science Technology and Civilisation.
Jun 07, 2009
For the first time in its history, America’s biggest publishing event has dedicated its efforts to promoting Arab literature. Book Expo America (BEA) 2009, held this week in New York, featured more than 600 representatives from the Muslim world.
Mar 22, 2009
A recently-appointed “Ambassador for Peace” from the UK is to make an official visit to Pakistan this week. The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Abdul Rashid, will be visiting the troubled Asian Republic at a time of heightened political tensions.
Dec 28, 2008
The last month has seen a further deterioration in the UK economy, with a deepening recession, banking bail-outs and big-name retailers going bust. However, the Islamic Finance sector is now both cheaper and more accessible.
Dec 02, 2008
The introduction of new legislation to protect victims of forced marriages has been welcomed by charities campaigning to eradicate the practice.
Oct 11, 2008
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Abdul Rashid, has recently been active in honouring British servicemen and women.
Sep 01, 2008
A new initiative to provide support for victims of domestic violence and forced marriages has been launched in Birmingham. Throughcare Housing and Support is a charity project that provides accommodation and support for victims...
Aug 28, 2008
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham is planning an official tour of Pakistan and Bangladesh. Birmingham’s First Citizen represents a population of more than 1.5 million, of which an estimated 300,000 can trace their roots back to the Indian sub-continent.
Aug 12, 2008
alburaq, the UK’s most innovative Islamic Home Finance provider, has launched a unique savings product for British customers.
Aug 11, 2008
“This is not the second coming of the Satanic Verses!” author asserts.