Tuning to the voice of Palestine, a MKE musician’s call for solidarity
Photos courtesy of YMN After Oct 7, 2023, when Israel began its genocidal siege on Gaza, Othman went to rallies and marches nearly every week. Before he knew it, he was giving speeches and leading chants. Artistry, identity, and activism are all...
The Role of Minority Women in Shaping the Future of the United States
Minority women in the United States; be it Latinas, Blacks, Asian-Americans, Native Americans, or Muslim women, are key to the nation’s progress. These women are reshaping the trajectory of the country despite systemic barriers. From driving economic...
From Gaza to California: the flames that connect us all
A scene from the Palisades Fire that started in the City of Los Angeles, January 2025. (Photo: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)/Flickr)For the last few days, I have stared at my phone watching houses, history, and memories...
Syrian Americans in Milwaukee celebrate fall of Assad regime
Photos by Mouna Rashid Syrian families living in Greater Milwaukee gathered Dec. 8, the day the decades-long Assad regime fell from power, at the Islamic Society of Milwaukee's Community Center for an almost spontaneous celebraation. When Syria’s dictator...
Halal tech: how Muslim-friendly websites and apps blossomed in 2024
Makani founders Nourin Abubaker and Yara Ourfali. Photograph: MakaniAmany Killawi made a breakup playlist every time she was dumped, three in all. The playlists, which feature songs such as Gotye’s Somebody That I Used to Know and Apologize by OneRepublic,...
‘Deadly Exchange’: US sends hundreds of law enforcement to Israel to learn ‘worst practices’ from IDF
Israeli security forces gather at the site of an attack near the village of al-Funduq, in the occupied West Bank, on January 6, 2025. Photo by GIL COHEN-MAGEN/AFP via Getty ImagesIt is not uncommon for police to drive around with their lights flashing in...
Healing benefits of Sacred Cupping: Insights from a certified Hijama practitioner
The ancient practice of cupping has continued to be used for physical, mental health including Olympic athletes and available locally by certified practitioner, Lelana Murry.In Islam, the wet cupping therapy technique Hijama (means cupping in Arabic) has...
Lessons From Surah Al-Mulk: How The Bees And Birds Teach Us About Tawakkul
Allah , the Almighty and the Most High has created us of the best stature and granted us many abilities so that we may look after our needs and those of our relatives and fellow Muslims. He has invited us to explore the earth and use it for our...
The Role of Faith-Based Schools in Supporting Minority Education
Faith-based schools’ role has been critical in providing quality education to underserved communities in Texas. These institutions offer more than just academics for minority groups such as Muslims and Latinos in Texas. They offer a safe, culturally...
Wisconsin Muslim Journal’s inspiring stories from 2024
Photo by Mouna Rashid The Salam Stars inspired award-winning author Hena Khan's 2024 graphic novel, We Are Big Time. Front Row, left to right, members of 2023-24 Salam Stars: Hya Abdeljawad, Farrah Heder, Ola Bahhur, Aamina Farooq, Safa Bahhur, Aseel...
