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The "P" word: Polygyny

Note: We've moved to YRACNEWS.COM, so I'll only be posting sneak peaks of articles here. The rest will be over there!

The "P" word: Polygyny

By: Nadirah Angail

To stave off any fiery emails from believers convinced I’m “discouraging a sunnah and promoting the ways of the West,” I’ll start with this: Polygyny is the right of the Muslim brother, and it was practiced by our beloved prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him). (I doub

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Added by Nadirah Angail on June 24, 2010 at 6:44pm — No Comments

Support Fellow Muslims

Sister Mubarakah has auditioned to get her own show on Opran's new OWN Network. Please show your support by viewing and voting for her. Spread the word. Let's show the world Muslims have a voice.

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Added by Nadirah Angail on June 22, 2010 at 11:47am — 1 Comment

On Judgment Among Sisters

On Judgment Among Sisters

You’ve felt it befor… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on June 4, 2010 at 10:30pm — 5 Comments

On All the Things That Make Me Beautiful

It's the small book that's making a big impact...

"On All the Things That Make Me Beautiful" is my first book, hopefully the first of many. It only seemed right that I start with something close to my heart. Even when I'm not trying to, I often gear my writings t

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Added by Nadirah Angail on May 12, 2010 at 8:30pm — 3 Comments

On the Security of Your Soul

On the Security of Your Soul

Your phone rings. There’s some eerie heavy breathing on the other

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Added by Nadirah Angail on April 24, 2010 at 6:30pm — 6 Comments

On the Proper Way to Pray

On the Proper Way to Pray

You would think 5 times a day would be more than enough to teach us how to pray, how to address our Creator. Not necessarily true.

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Added by Nadirah Angail on March 2, 2010 at 3:03pm — 14 Comments

YRAC Presents: Quality Control Music Reviews- Beyond Conflict

Artist: Mohammed Yahya CD Title: Beyond Conflict Sounds like: Yahya definitely has his o… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on December 6, 2009 at 5:30pm — 1 Comment

YRAC SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW- Mohammed Yahya, Spoken word Hip Hop Artist

By: Nadirah Angail YRAC Editor/Journalist Merriam-Webster defines the word “artist” as “one who professes and practices an imaginative art.” It should be defined as “Mohammed Yahya.” This Mozambican-born wordsmith pours his bold thoughts and opinions onto the page and wraps them up in infectious beats. Though he shies away from labels like Muslim rapper and conscious rapper (or anything that would put his music in a box) he is u… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on December 1, 2009 at 12:00am — 9 Comments

On the YRAC Name

On the YRAC Name

“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Juliet said that. And I agree, to an extent. Names don’t define or alter the worth of the things they identify, but if you have a choice, why not… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on October 4, 2009 at 3:00pm — 6 Comments

YRAC SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW- Hardcore Detroit: Bringing a Street Dance to a Professional Atmosphere

By: Nadirah Angail YRAC Editor/Journalist Detroit Michigan, home of Ford Motor Company, Motown Records and… B-boying? That’s right, B-Boying. It may not have started there, but it’s definitely found a home in this northern city, thanks to Hardcore Detroit. Don’t know what Hardcore Detroit is? Picture this: a crew of 25, highly-skilled men and women performing some of the hardest and most entertaining break dancing moves you’ve ever s… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on August 28, 2009 at 7:00pm — 7 Comments

On The World's Most Painful Events

On The World's Most Painful Events

It’s just a small pain now, a gentle yet persistent sting that reminds me of what I endured. Within a few more weeks, I’m sure it will subside, but the memory will remain. There’s no forgetting that type of pain. After years of hearing other peo… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on July 14, 2009 at 7:00pm — 11 Comments

On Patiently Being Single

On Patiently Being Single

It’s one thing to be single, but to be a single Muslimah is a completely different story. Though dominant culture seems to put less emphasis on marriage with each passing day, Muslims have not followed suit, and with good reason. Marriage is the basis of… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on June 12, 2009 at 9:00pm — 16 Comments

On Why Being a Woman Should be a Paid Job

On Why Being a Woman Should be a Paid Job

As I prepare to deliver this baby girl (inshallah) and officially join the ranks of those who call themselves “mothers,” I take stock of all the additional responsibility I’ll have to take on. Changing diapers, bathing, grooming, feeding,… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on May 31, 2009 at 9:05pm — 13 Comments

On Accepting Change

Have you ever looked back at old pictures or old diary entries from years ago, months ago, or maybe even last week and thought “What was I thinking?” It’s so crazy how fast we change and don’t even realize its happening. The only time we can realize we’ve changed is when we’re able to look back at our old selves and com… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on May 5, 2009 at 1:00pm — 2 Comments

Muslim Courtship Rules

courtship rules.rtf I had a cousin that was in a courtship, and I just wasn't sure if the brother would be on his best behavior. Someone had to send him rules. So, I formed the Islamic Courtship Board of Directors and kindly mailed him the following. Feel free to print the attachment and distribute it as you see fit: Islamic Courtship Boar… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on April 28, 2009 at 12:17pm — 16 Comments

On the Horrible News of a Young Person's Wedding

On the Horrible News of a Young Person’s Wedding

On behalf of everyone that got married before the age of 25: I think the Chinese brought in 2007 as the year of the pig. I took the liberty of changing its name to The Year of the Wedding. So many young believers I know made it o… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on April 19, 2009 at 6:08pm — 2 Comments

On Spontaneously-generating, Asexual Muslims

On Spontaneously-generating, Asexual Muslims

Are non married Muslims allowed to have sex? “No,” yells the incensed reader, outraged that I would ask such an obvious question. Ok, I guess that was a pretty pointless question, but here’s another. Are married Muslims allowed to hav… Continue

Added by Nadirah Angail on April 5, 2009 at 11:30am — 4 Comments