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Social issues and concerns must be elevated to higher priority on the agenda of Muslims in North America, especially as the community grows and Islam is receiving more recognition in North America, says Dr. Aneesah Nadir of the Islamic Social Services Association. 

Television and television programming are a prime source of entertainment, especially for young people. With today's plethora of channels and programs, it is critical to manage teleivsion viewing, especially for our youth, since there is so much harmful content, along with some good. These are 21 suggested ways you can do that. 

Dawud Wharnsby Ali suggests making these Islamic activities simple yet consistent – by incorporating them into daily life during the summer, when free time is usually far more abundant and accessible. 

Welcoming guests is a part of our way of life as Muslims. But being a good guest is the other side of this coin. Here are some tips to keep your hosts happy and your visit virtually problem-free.

During the summer, a number of young Muslims from North America visit Muslim countries (usually the birthplace of their parents). While such visits help maintain ties with relatives, they also pose a number of challenges.

Visiting relatives should not mean spending time only at home to bond and hang out. These trips can be used to benefit you and your hosts in many other ways. Check out these 11 ideas and add yours too at the bottom with feedback.

A 2011 University of Glasgow study found that arts and crafts activities can improve well-being in ways that physical and outdoor activities could not. Help your kids reap the benefits of crafting during their freer time during the summer.