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Incorporating more plant-based foods into the diet can be beneficial for both human and planetary health.
Incorporating more plant-based foods into the diet can be beneficial for both human and planetary health.
Carnivore to compassion: My journey to a plant-powered lifestyle
Carnivore to compassion: My journey to a plant-powered lifestyle
28 August 2023

Vegan diets are surging in popularity, but are sometimes viewed with a degree of scepticism. A barrage of questions like “won’t you miss meat?” and “how will you get enough protein?” are often posed at those who become vegan. I once asked those same questions, but now I have some answers. Here’s my story.

We are at the cusp of the Age of AI and are witnessing accelerating computing innovations that will affect how we work, and how commerce will become more efficient, targeted, and personalised. Professionals, workers, educators, and students will all be affected by the proliferation of AI.
We are at the cusp of the Age of AI and are witnessing accelerating computing innovations that will affect how we work, and how commerce will become more efficient, targeted, and personalised. Professionals, workers, educators, and students will all be affected by the proliferation of AI.
AI's economic revolution: Navigating opportunities and challenges
AI's economic revolution: Navigating opportunities and challenges
25 August 2023

For more than 100 days now, Hollywood writers and actors have been on strike, bringing TV and film production in America to a standstill. One of their major concerns centres on the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI). Why is this the case, and how much of a threat to livelihoods does AI present?

With the right mindset and strategies, anyone can take the steps to improve their financial future.
With the right mindset and strategies, anyone can take the steps to improve their financial future.
Seven steps to a secure retirement
Seven steps to a secure retirement
21 August 2023

Whatever your age, it's never too early — or too late — to start preparing for retirement. If you haven’t started thinking about it, it's best to start today. Here’s why.

Muslim Footprints bonus episode: Illuminating history through poetry, imagery, and stories
Muslim Footprints bonus episode: Illuminating history through poetry, imagery, and stories
21 August 2023

Join us for a special bonus episode of Muslim Footprints — our latest podcast episode reflects back on some of the stories we’ve covered on our journey so far.

Three-time world jiu-jitsu champion Moiz Lakhani instructing a kickboxing class for participants.
Three-time world jiu-jitsu champion Moiz Lakhani instructing a kickboxing class for participants.
Pioneers Retreat: A groundbreaking gathering of Ismaili sports professionals
Pioneers Retreat: A groundbreaking gathering of Ismaili sports professionals
14 August 2023

Professional sports are popular around the world and until recently, little was known about the many Ismailis working in the field of athletics. A new event, called the Pioneers Retreat, is hoping to bring these Ismaili professionals out of the woodwork.

Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
14 August 2023

ICAB, in collaboration with the Institute of Ismaili Studies, and at the direction of Mawlana Hazar Imam, has produced Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning to assist Ismaili murids to engage in ethical wealth transfer and inheritance planning, recognizing that wealth has an ethical value and purpose.

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Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
13 August 2023

ICAB, in collaboration with the Institute of Ismaili Studies, and at the direction of Mawlana Hazar Imam, has produced Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning to assist Ismaili murids to engage in ethical wealth transfer and inheritance planning, recognizing that wealth has an ethical value and purpose.

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Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning
13 August 2023

ICAB, in collaboration with the Institute of Ismaili Studies, and at the direction of Mawlana Hazar Imam, has produced Guidelines for Ethical Wealth Transfer and Inheritance Planning to assist Ismaili murids to engage in ethical wealth transfer and inheritance planning, recognizing that wealth has an ethical value and purpose.

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ICAB expands global faculty of mediation trainers
ICAB expands global faculty of mediation trainers
10 August 2023

The International Conciliation and Arbitration Board (ICAB) recently completed its third instalment of the train-the-trainer programme, resulting in the addition of 17 Ismaili volunteers across eight countries to serve as certified trainers in conciliation and arbitration. ICAB’s global faculty now consists of 55 certified trainers from diverse backgrounds and professions, including professional mediators, conflict management trainers and coaches, lawyers, academics, former judges, as well as health, IT, and business professionals.

Muslim Footprints episode 5: Muslim Sicily’s hidden treasures
Muslim Footprints episode 5: Muslim Sicily’s hidden treasures
8 August 2023

Dive into the captivating history and heritage of Muslim Sicily in the latest episode of Muslim Footprints. Join guests Bill Granara and Nicola Carpentieri as we journey through time to explore the enchanting tales and vibrant legacy of Islam in medieval Italy. From intricate architecture to the melding of diverse traditions, this episode uncovers the hidden gems that shaped the region and the rest of Southern Europe.

Prince Rahim and His Holiness Pope Francis in Lisbon, during the Pope’s visit to mark World Youth Day.
Prince Rahim and His Holiness Pope Francis in Lisbon, during the Pope’s visit to mark World Youth Day.
Prince Rahim and His Holiness Pope Francis meet in Portugal
Prince Rahim and His Holiness Pope Francis meet in Portugal
4 August 2023

Prince Rahim yesterday met His Holiness Pope Francis in Lisbon, during the Pope’s visit to mark World Youth Day, a week-long religious and cultural event established by the Catholic Church to bring together young people from around the world.

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The Ismaili Centre Lisbon has served as a base for more than 150 volunteers from Poland, France, São Tomé and Príncipe, and elsewhere.
The Ismaili Centre Lisbon has served as a base for more than 150 volunteers from Poland, France, São Tomé and Príncipe, and elsewhere.
Jamat welcomes volunteers and pilgrims to Lisbon for World Youth Day
Jamat welcomes volunteers and pilgrims to Lisbon for World Youth Day
2 August 2023

A series of exciting initiatives unfolded across Lisbon this week to coincide with World Youth Day (WYD), a global gathering for young Catholics to connect and engage in spiritual growth. In the spirit of pluralism and unity, the Ismaili community stepped forward to open its doors and join in the celebration of faith.

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