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Is betting on my own weight loss haram?

Betting on your own weight loss is haram if everyone stakes money and winners take the losers' pot. One-sided rewards and charity pots are fine.

To visit famous mosques abroad, check visiting hours, dress modestly, remove shoes and time your visit with a prayer so you can join in.

It depends: most scholars say a Muslim soldier must not join an unjust war against Muslims. The Quran, hadith and lawful options for those serving.

No, Muslims shouldn't deliver alcohol orders, but food delivery for Uber Eats or DoorDash is halal. How to decline alcohol orders in the app.

Are stock trading apps like Robinhood halal? The app is a tool; avoid cash interest, margin, share lending and options, and screen your stocks.

Many scholars let Muslims attend interfaith services where each faith prays its own way, but not join blended worship or others' rituals.

Those whose hearts are to be reconciled (al-mu'allafatu qulubuhum) are a zakat category for new Muslims and people drawn to Islam. Who it covers.

It depends: many scholars allow a Muslim at the office Christmas party without drinking or rituals; others advise skipping it entirely.

How do I raise Muslim kids as a single convert mom? Lean on mosque and convert sisters, find male role models, get practical help, rest.

Can Muslim girls do ballet? It depends on costumes, music, mixed recitals and age. All-girl classes and modest dancewear help, or try gymnastics.

Muslim women can wear long skirts with a slit if the leg underneath stays covered with loose trousers or leggings; high slits over skin aren't.

Muslims can say amen to a general prayer to God for healing or guidance, but not to prayers in Jesus' name, the Trinity or saints.