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What is the criterion that distinguishes between vinegar and wine? Is it the time period of forty days?

We live in a non-Islamic country that does not adhere to Islamic laws. We are required to obtain insurance for cars, some of which is mandatory and some is not. However, not obtaining the non-mandatory insurance could lead to significant damages for us in the event of an accident, as the courts rule according to the laws of the state. What is the ruling in this case?

What is the ruling on drinking the barley beverage that is widely available in the markets and contains a percentage of alcohol? Is there a difference of opinion among the schools of thought regarding this?

A 69-year-old woman is in mourning; is it permissible for her to go to her son's house for care?

A lady works with children, and sometimes she eats their food without their permission, but she sometimes buys them compensatory items. You said that as long as she eats from them and feeds them with her own money, this is acceptable. However, there are children she has not compensated for in ten years due to her ignorance and negligence. Does she have any responsibility?

Is it permissible to give Zakat money to centers that teach the Holy Quran, and can the center provide a cash reward to those who memorize the Quran as encouragement? And can Zakat be given throughout the year instead of in one lump sum?

Question: A person living in a foreign country ate a piece of candy and then discovered that it contained a small amount of alcohol, even though he asked and was told that it did not contain alcohol?

A lady residing in Germany is inquiring about what is halal and haram in products. She was advised to use a program called (Halal Zolal), where the code on the product indicates whether it is halal or haram. She asks if she should adhere to this program or if there are doubts about it.

If the girl puts a mask on her face made of turmeric or food materials, is it permissible for her to wash it off in the bathroom?