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=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=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=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=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=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=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=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=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=1915 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1915 Feature Articles Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:30:00 +0000 The $75 billion global toy market means that toys are not merely child’s play. Sarah Joseph examines the new dolls on the block who are eyeing up their share of the global Muslim market. Fulla is the closest alternative to Barbie within the Muslim doll market. With an ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1908 http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1908 Food Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:53:00 +0000 Once popular with the Greeks and Romans, cabbage is often shunned today. But shun it no more! Not only is it good for us, cabbage can be a delicious part of our culinary repertoire.  Photography by Steven Lawson    Borscht Method1. bring half of the ... 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&... 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=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=69&a_id=1911 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1911 Editorial Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:32:00 +0000 It is International Woman’s Day on March 8th and we will all be cheerleading about women. Or not, as the case may be. I’ll confess: International Woman’s Day does somewhat confuse me, for being a woman is not a defining quality of my life. ... http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1861 http://www.emel.com/article?id=68&a_id=1861 Feature Articles Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:33:00 +0000 As Viva Palestina 3 rolled into the Middle East en route to Gaza, emel’s embedded reporter, Mohamed Madi, joined them for the turbulent final leg.Photography by Seba Asmaa “To drive an ambulance 1,000 miles through Europe and the Middle East is better than to read 1,000 books.&rdquo... http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1917 http://www.emel.com/article?id=69&a_id=1917 Feature Articles Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:18:00 +0000 After suffering two miscarriages, Shayesteh el-Ghazi was left heartbroken and had lost all hope that she’d ever conceive again. She recalls the ordeal of having to come to terms with her loss and the healing process instigated by the birth of her son, Nidaal.Finding out I was ...