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Can Muslim kids dress up as superheroes?

Yes, Muslim kids can generally dress up as superheroes. Avoid occult, religious, immodest or cross-gender costumes, and be careful around Halloween.

Muslims who pray with arms by their sides usually follow the Maliki school or Shia practice. Most Sunnis fold their hands. Both prayers are valid.

It depends on school rules and local law. Umrah is recommended, not tied to a date, so book it in the holidays or ask the school first.

Yes, you can go back to sleep after suhoor; it doesn't affect your fast. Just pray Fajr first, since its time comes in shortly after suhoor ends.

Yes, most scholars say you can pray the Eid prayer at home if you can't reach a congregation. What the schools say and how to pray it at home.

Yes, a teenager can become Muslim without parents' consent; faith needs no permission. Be wise about timing and keep honouring your parents.

Islam sees the Baha'i faith as a separate religion, since Baha'u'llah claimed prophethood after Muhammad, the seal of the prophets (Quran 33:40).

Yes, you can give Eid gifts to non-Muslim neighbors. Islam stresses neighbors' rights, and sharing Eid food or a small gift is a lovely gesture.

Only Allah knows how many angels there are in Islam, but hadith show the number is enormous. See the named angels and what Muslims believe.

The main dua against Shaytan is A'udhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir-rajim, plus Ayat al-Kursi and the last two surahs. Here's how to use them.

Yes, exposing someone's private sins online is generally haram; Islam teaches covering faults. When warning about abuse or fraud is allowed.

To purify a najis mattress, remove the impurity, pour water on the spot and blot until colour and smell are gone. No need to wash the whole mattress.