Yearly Archives: 2015

10 ways to maximise the last days of Ramadan

It’s hard to believe that Ramadan is heading down the final homestretch. The last few days of Ramadan are upon us, as Muslims from all over the world step up their efforts to make the most of every remaining moment. The last ten nights of Ramadan are are the most blessed and we should increase our worship and devotion as …

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Muslims and Americans : a shared heritage since July 4, 1776.

Upon declaration of our independence on July 4, 1776, two of the first three heads of states who recognized the sovereignty of the United States were Muslims and one of them was a Muslim from India. Americans, Indians and Muslims have a connection since the very beginning of our independence. We were all opposed to colonial rule, and fought them …

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URGENT VACANCIES

AMAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL English Teachers Two English Teachers are wanted for Junior & Senior Sections. Degree holders, Trained Teachers or experienced teachers can apply. Salary Negotiable. Primary Teacher A vacancy exists at the Primary Section. The Applicant should possess good command of English and be able to teach Primary subjects such as Mathematics, English and Environmental Studies. Salary Negotiable.   …

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Boycott Israel Drive Gains Strength, Raising Alarm

JERUSALEM (AP) — Ten years ago, a small group of Palestinian activists had a novel idea: inspired by the anti-apartheid movement, they called for a global boycott movement against Israel as a nonviolent method to promote the Palestinian struggle for independence. Long confined to the sidelines, the so-called BDS movement appears to be gaining momentum — so much so that …

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Guidance in the Qur’an

[He brought it down upon your heart, by Allah’s authority, confirming what came before, and as guidance and good news for the believers.] (Al-Baqarah 2:97) The Qur’an presents certain facts, and in every instance includes the most accurate information revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). For this reason, people who take it and the Sunnah of …

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