Halima Aden has had a whirlwind couple of years. Following her history-making turn as the first Miss Minnesota contestant to compete in a burkini and hijab, the 21-year-old has gone on to grace the pages of magazines and walk runways, shattering stereotypes and serving as an inspiration to people who had previously not seen themselves […]
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Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue to feature model in burkini
NEW YORK: Somali-American Halima Aden will appear in Sports Illustrated’s popular swimsuit issue as the first model in the magazine to wear a hijab and burkini, the magazine said on its website. The annual swimsuit issue, which will debut on May 8, is known for showcasing women in revealing bikinis. A burkini is a full-body […]