Aug 19, 2012
The second UAE-Philippine Muslim Islamic quiz bee will be held on the second day of Eid al Fitr. Read Article Filipino Muslims organise four-hour Islamic quiz bee
Aug 17, 2012
At a time of year associated with pardoning others, we speak to people who have struggled through the task, and the people who help them along the way. Read Article Is forgiveness always possible?
Aug 17, 2012
Mix modern and traditional designs for a festive look. Read Article How to decorate your home for Eid
Jul 20, 2012
"Let us be moderate in our consumption, teach ourselves how to control our senses and make them respond to acts of worship." Read Article Good deeds and getting closer to Allah are key
Jul 13, 2012
Ramadan is the season of goodness, worshipers are told. Read Article Friday sermon: Good deeds to get closer to the creator
Jun 15, 2012
The National's culture columnist offers a primer to the holy month of Ramadan, which will begin mid-July, for non-Muslims. Read Article Ask Ali: Ramadan for newcomers and henna issues
Apr 08, 2012
The Fatwa Centre at the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments (Awqaf) has issued more than 1.2 million religious edicts in the past four years in response to questions about what is permissible under Sharia law. Read Article Awqaf issues more than 1.2 million fatwas in four years
Nov 27, 2011
Thursday, December 1 will be a fully paid public holiday for private and public sectors. Read Article Islamic new year 2011 holiday announced for December 1
Nov 05, 2011
Muslims have for centuries made the pilgrimage to Mecca. But with the number ever increasing, the city has had to expand, sparking controversy about the effect on its holy sites. Read Article The changing face of Haj
Nov 01, 2011
About 1.8 million pilgrims are expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia to perform the Haj this year, in addition to between 700,000 and 800,000 from within the kingdom. Read Article More than 1.5 million travel to Saudi Arabia for Haj
