Nasir al-Din al-Tusi was still a young man when the Assassins made him an offer he couldn’t refuse. His hometown had been devastated by Mongol armies, and so, early in the 13th century, al-Tusi, a promising astronomer and philosopher, came to dwell in the legendary fortress city of Alamut in the mountains of northern Persia. He lived among… Read More »
Indie Beedie and Sannah Gulamani are pleased to announce that we have been successful in achieving the UCL Beacon Bursary 2022 funding for public engagement activities. Our project will run in 2023 and will address the use of offensive signs. Offensive signs are signs that are perpetuate racist, ableist and other oppressive ideologies in BSL such as the… Read More »
A child went to a burial ground and threw his school bag at his mom’s grave and emotionally said in tears “”if you have slept enough, wake up, come with me and give an answer to my teacher who says -your mother is very careless, she sends you to school without lunch box, she doesn’t even dress you… Read More »
Joints, the vital connections between bones, play a crucial role in our mobility and overall well-being. While many associate calcium with bone health, its secret role in keeping joints smooth is often overlooked. This article explores the hidden connection between calcium and joint health, shedding light on why this essential mineral is paramount for maintaining smooth and functional… Read More »
Even with the best online divorce services, divorce can be a difficult process. That’s why it’s important to understand the signs of divorce and some common causes of divorce. Understanding why marriages fail can help you to make your own union stronger if you are married, it can guide you in making choices about entering into a marriage and… Read More »
In the first study of its kind, a University of Kansas professor has defined the amount of time necessary to make a friend as well as how long it typically takes to move through the deepening stages of friendship. In a new report published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, Associate Professor of Communication Studies Jeffrey… Read More »
You might have eaten too much sodium or not gotten enough sleep if you woke up with a swollen under-eye. Several other causes of puffy eyes include allergies, an eye injury, and pink eye. Puffiness usually goes away with home remedies and lifestyle changes like applying a cold compress, getting enough sleep, and reducing sodium intake. Puffy eyes happen… Read More »
In the darkest depths of adversity, some men and women are able to reach into the recesses of their characters and find astonishing reserves of strength and courage. Jean-Dominique Bauby, 45, was one of them. Although a stroke in December 1995 left him unable to speak or move or even to eat without assistance, the French journalist, who… Read More »
As those planning an Arab Muslim wedding likely know, these marriage celebrations are lavish and steeped in history and tradition. While the specific customs vary across countries in the Levant, from Lebanon to Palestine, all the way to Morocco, there are certain cultural and religious rituals that remain mostly the same. Here, we consulted Dr. Main Al-Qudah, a Houston-based sheikh and an… Read More »