Let's face it this discussion is a paper' exercise and in reality every reader has the opportunity to go to both China and Japan. What we are looking at here is priority. Since each reader has their own set of preferences on a multitude of factors, there can be no one right answer. We are only discussing this for fun. Of cou... More..
Is this even the right question to be asking? What is meant by 'Muslim extremism'? It is a catchy phrase, but undefined. Is 'Muslim extremism' even one thing, or a convenient label for a whole host of miscellaneous acts? That then even begs the question, 'What is a Muslim?' In theory a Muslim is anyone who has declared their... More..
First thing to remember is that Japan is expensive. Tokyo is no longer THE most expensive city on Earth - but still not far down the list. To enjoy your stay you will want to travel around and go to a multitude of sights. This could mean several pricey rail tickets and lots of entrance fees. You will also need to stay somewh... More..
Are we really asking the question about where it is best to take the children for the vacation, or expressing a deeper belief in how to raise those children for life? Are you the sort of parent that wants your child to be familiar with popular culture or one that wants to expand their child's horizons and face different chal... More..
Have you got sewage problems? Once the water goes down the drain, that's it right? If the answer isn't a straight Yes' then you've probably already experienced a drain backup, and it isn't pretty, is it? Water damage to house and contents, and not the sort you can just ignore. If you're lucky you may have spotted warning sig... More..
A trip to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City is a key day in almost every visitor's Beijing itinerary. Here is how I would recommend you do it. Start the night before. Shop for picnic snacks. You will want to pack a lot into tomorrow and there won't be restaurants when you get lunchtime hunger pangs. Start at Qianmen li... More..
To understand Mudharabah we must first recognize that usury or money-lending for profit was a total anathema to the early Muslims, and still remains forbidden. Other forms of profit making therefore had to be defined so as not to be confused with this sinful activity. Dharba means something like travel seeking reward or boun... More..
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