The history of witchcraft is complex, and often raises more questions than it answers. Where did witches come from? And did they always arrive on broomsticks? We asked Professor Diane Purkiss to take us inside the minds of ordinary people and intellectuals in medieval and early modern England to reveal how the figure of the witch was born.… Read More »
And We ordained for them therein a life for a life, an eye for an eye, a nose for a nose, an ear for an ear, a tooth for a tooth, and for wounds is legal retribution. But whoever gives [up his right as] charity, it is an expiation for him. And whoever does not judge by what… Read More »
In the name of Allah, the most gracious, the most merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. No one is worthy of worship except against the wrongdoers. The right path is for the righteous. O Allah, send blessings and peace upon Your servant and Messenger, Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family and… Read More »
Injustice takes many forms. Racial discrimination, sexism, unfair wages, poverty and other violations of human rights are just a few examples. When injustice is exposed, people are better equipped to call for accountability and make changes that build a better, more just world for everyone. Here are 15 quotes on exposing injustice in society: “Injustice anywhere is a… Read More »
What does an egg remind you of? Well, of course, apart from the age-old question of what came first; the egg or the chicken? Maybe, the fact that it is super rich in proteins and other nutrients and can be a boon for your entire system if you include it in your diet. But not only that, eggs… Read More »
Having the feeling of “My husband hates me” is an uncomfortable place to be. Whether you have been dealing with constant conflict in your relationship or simply feel that he just doesn’t care for you any longer after years of marriage, it may be time to evaluate whether your husband resents you and what may have caused the marriage to… Read More »
Hürrem Sultan (1502-1558) also known as Alexandra , was the favorite concubine, chief consort and legal wife of Suleiman the Magnificent. She was the mother of five of his children: Şehzade Mehmed, Mihrimah Sultan, Şehzade Selim, Şehzade Bayezid and Şehzade Çihangir. In history, she was the first “Haseki Sultan” (chief consort of the Sultan.) In the series, Mahidevran Sultan… Read More »
Meron Hadero is a finalist for The Restless Books Prize for New Immigrant Writing. Original version published in McSweeney’s Quarterly Concern Issue 52, finalist for the 2019 Caine Prize for African Writing When I met Herr Weill, I was a lanky 10-year-old, a fish out of water in –, Iowa, a small college town surrounded by fields in every… Read More »
Please note that the below text is an excerpt from the book “The Seventy Major Sins” by Imam Dhahabi (RA). I wish the readers look at the broader picture without opening doors to shaitan and negative thoughts. Know that Allah SWT is the Most Merciful and the Most Just. Allah, Most High says, {As to those women on… Read More »
It’s no surprise that you really liked a post this year about easy-to-use AI tools. But there was lots of interest in Gen Z slang and brilliant business ideas, too. It’s time to reveal the most-read stories on The Story Exchange in 2023! This post was not written by AI — but you sure had an interest in it. Our… Read More »