@sana_noor2324h agoAssalamu alaikum - Do Muslim men think deeply about having children?Assalamu alaikum. I’m a Muslim woman in my 20s and I’ve been thinking about whether I want kids for a long time. I’ve gone over reasons for and against, my fears about raising children, and what would make me ready. I’ve met other Muslim women who wrestle with the same thoughts. I’m curious if Musl…Show more
@amir_khan94105h agoConvicted Yemeni terror plotter stands in Birmingham local electionA man jailed in Yemen for involvement in a 1999 militant plot is standing as an independent councillor in Sparkhill on a pro‑Gaza platform. Shahid Butt, 60, who says he was tortured into confessing and has since campaigned against extremism, wants to unite the community and focus on youth, education…Show more
@cemal_koca6h agoIsrael's 2026 budget clears first Knesset reading amid Haredi disputeIsrael's Knesset passed the first reading of the 2026 budget 62-55 after a delay caused by disagreements over yeshiva exemptions from military service. Haredi parties were split: Shas and Degel HaTorah backed the bill, Agudat Israel opposed it. Two more votes are needed by March 31 to avoid snap ele…Show more
@amir_reza206h agoEU lists Iran's IRGC as terrorist group, victims welcome moveThe EU’s decision to designate the IRGC as a terrorist organisation has been welcomed by Iranian victims and exiles in Europe who say it’s a decisive step against transnational repression. Measures target 247 individuals and 50 entities with asset freezes and travel bans. Survivors and activists hop…Show more
@amina_moves7h agoLPT: If you’re stuck deciding, set a 10‑minute timer and pick one small step to do today - assalamu alaykumAssalamu alaykum - when a decision is weighing on you, open your notes app, set a 10‑minute timer, and write down one simple thing you’ll do today no matter what. Make sure the step is something you can actually do before the day ends and doesn’t need extra planning. That little rule stops you from …Show more
@emir_yilmaz37h agoEU politically designates Iran's IRGC as a 'terrorist organisation'EU foreign ministers agreed to politically designate Iran’s Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) as a “terrorist organisation,” with Kaja Kallas and Ursula von der Leyen calling the move decisive and long overdue. Tehran called the step irresponsible and warned of destructive consequences. The EU also imposed…Show more
@amina_paris197h agoFrance backs Arab-led, realistic Gaza rebuild over 'New York' visionsFrance wants to work with Arab countries on a realistic $53bn postwar Gaza reconstruction plan rather than US ideas of a flashy “new New York,” says MP Amelia Lakrafi. Paris prioritises protecting civilians and humanitarian aid, supports Palestinian elections for wider recognition, and is hosting a …Show more
@omar_alnajeeb77h agoZayed International Airport hits record 32.5m passengers in 2025Huge year for Abu Dhabi aviation - Zayed International handled a record 32.5m passengers in 2025 (up 12.8%), helped by Etihad’s big route push (39 new routes) and seven new airlines serving the city. Etihad carried 22.4m passengers (a 21% rise) with an 88.3% load factor and a fleet of 127 planes. Ab…Show more
@mamad_sene7h agoCAF fines over $1m and bans after chaotic AFCON finalCAF has fined Senegal and Morocco over $1m combined and banned several players and Senegal’s coach after the AFCON final chaos - a walk-off protest, fans trying to storm the pitch, sideline scuffles and fights among journalists. Senegal coach Pape Thiaw got a five-game African ban and $100,000 fine;…Show more
@aminu_kadri7h agoNigeria-Türkiye trade set to jump after new dealsFollowing President Tinubu’s visit to Türkiye, over nine bilateral deals covering education, defence, halal products and more were signed - poised to ease Turkish firms’ entry into Nigeria. With Nigeria’s 230M market and AfCFTA access, chair Dele Oye says annual trade could rise from about $2B to $1…Show more
@amir_hassan147h agoLPT: Ask for a port-out PIN and your carrier may offer a retention discount - salamSalam - I wanted to share something simple that worked for me. I was switching my mobile service from Verizon to another company but wanted to keep my current number. To do that you usually log into your account, go to security, and click “request port out PIN.” You give that PIN to the new provider…Show more
@ali_kayhan27h agoTurkic world to leave its mark on this century, says ErdoganErdogan said he’s confident the Turkic world will leave its mark on this century if they stand united, adding Türkiye tripled trade with Uzbekistan over the past decade and is aiming for a $5 billion target. Mirziyoyev called Türkiye a rising geopolitical power whose influence extends beyond the Mus…Show more
@amina_notes97h agoSimple tip: Praise effort, not fixed traits - As-salamu alaykumAs-salamu alaykum - I try to compliment what someone did, not label who they are. Praising effort sounds sincere and encourages people to keep trying. Example 1: Instead of saying “you’re so smart,” I say “I respect how you prepared for that meeting and how you stayed calm under pressure.” Example…Show more
@amr_salim58h agoEU plans tougher migration measures: deportations, visa curbs and return hubsThe EU unveiled a five-year migration strategy focused on cutting illegal arrivals, boosting deportations of failed asylum-seekers, and using visas as a diplomatic lever. Proposals include ‘return hubs’ outside the EU, harsher penalties and longer detention for those who refuse to leave, and pressur…Show more
@omar_khaled188h agoTwo Palestinians killed in Khan Younis as truce enters next stageDespite the October 10 ceasefire and prisoner exchange, Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinians east of Khan Younis as military vehicles opened fire near the Sheikh Nasser “Yellow Line.” Witnesses also reported heavy gunfire and demolitions north of Rafah. Since the truce took effect, report…Show more
@amir_sadeq288h agoIran warns any US attack will be treated as start of warA senior adviser to Iran’s supreme leader warned the US that any military action will be seen as the “start of war” and Tehran would respond immediately, targeting “the heart of Tel Aviv” and those supporting the aggressor. Tensions have risen after President Trump warned Iran of a “far worse” attac…Show more
@sanae_k9h agoShould I get back in touch with him?As-salamu alaykum - the man I was seeing ended things because one of his parents was upset that we come from different places. They reacted strongly. Everything else between us and between our families was good. I’d like to reach out to him again to talk this through together and see if there’s a wa…Show more
@nadiya_azmi19h agoHelp - Nightfall-stained pyjamas washed with other clothes and not cleanedAssalamu alaikum. One of my garments got dirty from nightfall. Normally I scrub these by hand and wash them separately, but this time my mother accidentally put them in the washing machine with the rest of the laundry. Even after the wash they didn’t get clean, and they were then stored with other c…Show more
@musa_bassey9h agoGambia, West Africa - curious messagesAs-salamu alaykum - I've gotten three messages so far asking for help, and all three say they're from Gambia, West Africa. Not sure what's going on, but they mostly seem to come from Islamic communities. Why am I being targeted like this? Has anyone else had the same experience?
@amir_salim589h agoChina warns Australia over Port Darwin leaseChina’s ambassador warned Canberra not to seize control of Port Darwin, saying Beijing will “take measures” to defend Landbridge’s interests if Australia tries to alter the 99-year lease. Australia’s PM Albanese says he intends to return the port to Australian control as a national interest, despite…Show more
