Adam Sherwin interviews Faisal Islam in the Independent, ‘As the political editor of Sky News, Faisal Islam is now one of the most recognisable figures on British television. But even he suffered the indignity of being stopped and searched repeatedly … read more

Writing in the Guardian, ‘… To have a Muslim elected mayor of London, with a bigger personal democratic mandate than any other politician in Europe bar the presidents of France and Portugal, would strike a significant blow against the simplistic narratives … read more

Just as there has not been any society without religion, there has never been a leading sociologist who did not deal with the relationship between religion and society. From Ibn Khaldun to Karl Marx and Max Weber and to Talcott … read more

In his final television interviews before his death, however, Heikal sounded notes of warning to President Sisi, who is struggling to defeat a militant insurgency based in the Sinai Peninsula and to halt a steep economic decline.  Heikal’s prolific writing … read more

Under the directorship of Professor Sophie Gilliat-Ray, the Centre has over the years established a reputation for evidence-based research, particularly in the area of chaplaincy, and a thriving MA and PhD programme.  Among its recent initiatives is a MOOC on … read more

The University of Westminster has been criticised by students for installing cameras in prayer rooms on all campuses, after failing to consult the Students’ Union who oppose the move. The cameras were installed in October 2015 in all prayer rooms and … read more

[image: Hayat Khan Tiwana, the first Indian holding a commission in World War I, later reaching the rank of Major General] Birmingham Mail reports, ‘ Twice as many Muslim soldiers supported Allied forces in World War One than was previously thought, … read more

Qualified Graduates with Professional Electrical Certificate or equivalent from UK or a European country, looking for a one year immediate contract in Saudi Arabia are invited to send their CV with details of qualifications and experience  . . . closing date … read more

Oliver Letwin is very much in the tradition of Tory social engineers . . . click here. read more

Ustadh Saleem Kayani’s study circle – mp3 file tafsir of Surah Al-Qalam (68), based on Amin Ahsan Islahi’s Tadabbur-e Qur’an, click here read more