http://www.emel.com/ emel Magazine RSS Feed en-GB (C) Copyright 2010, emel media limited. Registered in England and Wales. No. 4745601 Main RSS Feed http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1937 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1937 Finance Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:47:00 +0000 In a time of financial instability, there is an increased search for financial advice. The different ways to save a large inheritance are examined by Personal banker Tarique Elimlahi.  Q) “I’ve inherited £40,000 from my father and I want to use it as a deposit ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1936 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1936 Fashion Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:29:00 +0000 The aspiring product designer turned fashion designer, Sarah Elenany, details her unique approach to producing edgy yet modest clothing for the Muslim market.   Sarah Elenany  As a product designer, Sarah Elenany was always taught the “design for need” philosophy... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1939 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1939 Competitions Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:19:00 +0000 Running from 18th-21st March in London’s Earls Court 2, the UK’s largest health, beauty, fitness and wellbeing event for women returns, so whether you want to revitalise, invigorate, inspire or simply spoil yourself, make sure this year's Vitality Show – sponsored by leading health... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1938 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1938 Gadgets Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:33:00 +0000 2010 is the year of the tablet. Robi Chowdhury selects a range of forthcoming tablets that are set to revolutionise the world of computing. Honey, I blew up the iPhoneThe Apple iPad  It came, it saw, but the question on everyone’s mind is - did it ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1930 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1930 Dawud Bone Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:39:00 +0000 Repeating the mistakes of the Rushdie era by promoting those whose views we most abhor.  When Islam4UK announced they would be organising a demonstration in Wootton Bassett, it prompted an outcry from all corners of society. The Muslim community were outraged at this extreme and completely... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1929 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1929 Faisal Al-Yafai Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:37:00 +0000 Tony Blair’s appearance at the Iraq inquiry gave no new answers to very old questions.When Tony Blair appeared before the Chilcot inquiry last month, his testimony was eagerly anticipated and watched: channels in the UK and the US carried his appearance live and newspaper websites ran minute-b... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1931 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1931 Jeremy Henzell-Thomas Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:58:00 +0000 As we grow in our cynicism and despondency, there has to be light at the end of the tunnel – for everyone.   As I sat down to write this essay at the end of January, it might have been all too easy to have been overwhelmed ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1887 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1887 Events Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:45:00 +0000  1st February – 11th AprilDecode: Digital Design SensationsDigitally growing plants and a mechanical eye that mirrors the blink of a visitor’s gaze are among the digital works that feature in Decode: Digital Design Sensations. The exhibition shows the latest developments in digital ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1928 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1928 Polls Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:48:00 +0000 This year for the upcoming UK general elections, who will you be voting for?... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1913 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1913 Feature Articles Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:14:00 +0000 Sarah Joseph introduces a series of articles examining the rise and rise of body image issues and shows that Muslim women are not immune. I was brought up in a model agency. Surrounded by the likes of Naomi Campbell and Sadie Frost, I was all fashioned-out by the age ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1926 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1926 Feature Articles Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:05:00 +0000 We have  a selection of top articles that have just been released from our archives. The latest issue to be uploaded is issue 7, first published in September/October 2004. This knowledge special featured interviews with students who are studying away from home. Other stories include interviews ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1910 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1910 Food Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:59:00 +0000 Embark on your very own Alice adventure with all things dainty and delightful; from vintage tea-sets to scrumptious treats, Fatema Zehra invites you to an afternoon tea brimming with all the enchantment necessary for Mother’s Day. Photography by Steven Lawson     ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1921 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1921 Competitions Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:31:00 +0000 It's that time of the year again. The Ideal Home Show event returns next month with an array of ideas to design your perfect home. The event has been running from 1908 and is one of the largest of its kind that features plenty of worthwhile attractions ranging from concept living ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1906 http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1906 Special Offers Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:49:00 +0000 Beautifully written and compelling, Emma Tarlo's new book, 'Visibly Muslim - Fashion, Politics, Faith'  finds a way to be fair-minded in the political minefield that surrounds the dress of visibly Muslim women in the UK.  We have five copies of the book to give away to ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1914 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1914 Feature Articles Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:20:00 +0000 Only 1 in 100,000 women could attain Barbie’s vital statistics. With 1 in 100 women between 15 and 30 suffering from anorexia, Aisha Mirza, explores how the doll fits into the beauty myth. “I can be anything, from a rock star to a race-car driver, and so can you!” squeals Barb... http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1905 http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1905 Finance Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:06:00 +0000 In a time of financial instability, there is an increased search for financial advice. Personal banker Taimoor Mirza provides answers to a father who wants to make sure his family is protected. Q) “My wife and I have two children and a £135,000 mortgage. I am self-employed and ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1909 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1909 Travel Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:16:00 +0000 Uncovering the tiny island of Koh Yao Noi in Thailand’s Andaman Sea proves to be an idyllic experience. Words and Photography Nabeel Shariff “Coconut Corner, is it nearby?” I asked the laid back petrol attendant. “No far. Take left, then straight 10 minute.”  ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1919 http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1919 Ethical Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:14:00 +0000 Decades of war have scarred Afghanistan. One group within this proud, but torn nation have suffered more than any other and continue to remain unheard. Mary Breen discusses the current situation for women in Afghanistan. Afghanistan is currently big news. Media pundits and ‘ordinary&...