Whether they’re competing at the Olympics or asserting the case for modesty inPlayboy, a growing collective of Muslim fashionistas, feminists, eco-warriors and sisters in sport are challenging old rules. In the first of a two-part report, we examine how influencers are changing the face of Islam.

Finding places that serve food suitable for a Muslim diet can be difficult. But the Halal Dining Club plans to change this by providing information about certified halal restaurants close to users. It’s setting itself apart by offering up diverse choices that cater to people ranging from Jordan to Indonesia.

From the fashionable Mipsterz to the ‘Happy Muslims’, the latest cultural movements in the Islamic world have been well documented across social media. With a global population of approximately 1.57 billion, what are the implications for brands trying to reach modern Muslims?

South Korean make-up brand Talent Cosmetic recently obtained halal certification from the Malaysian government on 147 of its products. What's driving brands to expand into the halal beauty industry when Muslims account for less than 1% of the population in South Korea?