5 Tips For Ethical Shipping

October 8, 2021 By irfanrydhan

Sending a package over a long distance can be an ethical dilemma. Shipping undoubtedly creates excess miles, grows your carbon footprint, and can sometimes even involve wasted packaging. Rather than trying to avoid shipping altogether, there are a few simple tips you can follow to make the process a little greener. #1 Source renewable packaging First and foremost, packaging makes a big difference in how green your delivery is. Shipping in plastic containers creates waste, but even more benign-looking packaging... Read more

3 Of The Most Pervasive Internet Surveillance Programs Ran By GCHQ And The NSA

August 2, 2021 By irfanrydhan

After the terrorist attacks on New York and Washington during September 2001, Western security organizations started to push for funding so that they could monitor (and in some cases manipulate) use of the internet. The internet was correctly identified as a communicative hub for all sorts of activities – both legal and illegal – that governments wanted to keep tabs on. Unfortunately, people planning malicious actions are not the only people surveilled by organizations like the National Security Agency and... Read more

3 Expert tips on how to organize an important event

March 25, 2021 By irfanrydhan

When organizing an event, you want to ensure that everybody knows what is going on. This can help with smooth communication and collaboration between those with key responsibilities, which in turn will help the event go off without a hitch. Planning an event should be as fun as hosting it and working with your company should be just as rewarding. Here are three things that can help you successfully organize an event and keep everyone stress-free throughout the whole process.... Read more

Making the Unclean Clean: God’s Redemption in a Toilet Bowl

March 17, 2021 By irfanrydhan

With the push of a button or the pull of a handle, our faces and wastewater disappear. However, did you know that almost 80% of wastewater in the world is not reused or treated? This is a shocking statistic when we learn that over 2.4 billion people lack access to safe, clean water and sanitation. In fact, in many countries, the untreated wastewater from one individual may end up being the drinking water of another. But how do we end... Read more

The Artistic Foodies Podcast: Episode 1 (Halal Restaurant Week 2020)

March 17, 2021 By irfanrydhan

My friend Abbas Mohammed and I started a new podcast last year called The Artistic Foodies, which is about life through the lenses of ART and (Halal) Food! Our first episode is about the success of the first-ever #HalalRestaurantWeek in North America which was organized by HalalFest, Inc. here in the SF Bay Area in Dec. 2020. We interviewed some Chefs, Halal Restaurant Owners as well Foodies who participated in the event. At the end of the interviews we give some... Read more

Remembering Dr. Agha Saeed

February 20, 2021 By irfanrydhan

The late Dr. Agha Saeed was the founder of the American Muslim Alliance and he dedicated the majority of his life in working for the American Muslim community in the avenues of politics, community activism and speaking out against injustices of oppressed people around the world. In honor of his work for the community, I wanted to share some knowledge that he shared with our Media Committee at SBIA (South Bay Islamic Association) back in May of 2006. We invited... Read more

Family Vacations to Take in Early 2021: A Short Guide

January 14, 2021 By irfanrydhan

This past year, you may well have cancelled a long-awaited, eagerly anticipated family vacation. You might have instead spent more hours than you care to mention holed up inside with your young children – having to work remotely and keep them entertained all at the same time. It’s no wonder that families are desperate for some time out of the house – and some time to relax – in the early weeks and months of 2021. This short guide, aware... Read more

Further God’s Work by Becoming an FNP Nurse: Filling the Healthcare Shortage

October 16, 2020 By irfanrydhan

Helping others through their darkest times is one of the best things you can do for your fellow man. What they have done in their lives does not matter. You are not there to cast judgment, but instead to show love and compassion. Such things are often all that is needed to turn someone from a dark path, and similarly, how you can help those grow into great individuals. We are all tied to our bodies, and, in turn, to... Read more

How School Can Affect Your Child’s Personality

September 10, 2020 By irfanrydhan

Parents will undoubtedly help to shape their children’s personalities; however, schools can also determine their students’ beliefs, values, and outlook on life. While the sole purpose of school is to provide kids with a fantastic education and to prepare them for the real world, they also have a responsibility for protecting both their mental and physical health. Keep reading to discover how a school can affect your child’s personality, which can vary from placing labels to hiring supportive professionals with... Read more

Top Reasons to Choose a Job Helping Others

August 24, 2020 By irfanrydhan

Doing a job that helps others allows you to earn a living while doing good at the same time. People who choose meaningful careers also tend to have far higher job satisfaction and get greater enjoyment from their working life. Fortunately, there is a fantastic variety of rewarding jobs that have a positive impact and help others. To inspire you, here are some of the top reasons to choose a job helping others. Enjoy greater job satisfaction Recent surveys show... Read more