Human ethics and values in general and Islamic ethics in particular have been studied as matters of concern since prophet Adam received respect from the angels in form of their prostration and then descended from alJannah (heaven) to earth.

Speculation is ineluctable. Every business transaction, including ancient barter systems, involves, to a certain extent, some aspect of speculative judgement due to human nature's striving for a better future. This article discusses the Islamic perspective on speculation with a special focus on the stock exchange. In particular, Al-Maisir (gambling) is examined in order to clarify the matter for readers interested in the subject.

According to Malaysia Town and Country Planning Guideline and Standards (2002), two major considerations related to mosque usage and management are sufficient areas for both building and adjacent open space. As a sacred place for prostration to Almighty God, individually or in groups, mosque architecture has evolved considerably, from very simple designs and functions to more sophisticated forms and layouts. In Malaysia, various races have significantly influenced mosque design and function. The present work describes this evolution in terms of well-known mosques via qualitative observations and documentation, from earliest to latest architectural developments. Our findings demonstrate that architectural evolution and/or transformation did not alter the mosque's main function from an Islamic perspective. Nonetheless, designs and structure did benefit usage, to include the attraction of tourists.

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Education is a process that develops human abilities and attitudes. Higher education began expanding its reach after WWII due to the growing political awareness of its importance for a nation’s future prospects. This study focuses on how higher education impacted Malaysian graduates by reviewing the system’s development from 1957 to present day and even beyond to 2025. A qualitative approach is used, based mostly on books, journals and qualified papers. We identify how Malaysia’s system of higher education system ensured the future employment of its graduates. In addition, we provide the set of governmental guidelines that help maintain and enhance the system’s production of marketable graduates; thus, ensuring their employability in the global job market.