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NASA Names Waleed Abdalati as Agency’s New Chief Scientist
NASA Administrator Charles Bolden has named Waleed Abdalati the agency’s chief scientist, effective Jan. 3. Abdalati will serve as the principal adviser to the NASA administrator on agency science programs, strategic planning and the evaluation of related investments.
Democracy in Pakistan
The ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, Husain Haqqani, spoke in Cleveland Ohio this past weekend to a select group of Americans.
Muslim Man in DC Helps Feed Hungry on a Grand Scale
By TMO Staff NBC Washington has reported, in this video (http://muslimmedianetwork.com/mmn/?p=7621), that a wealthy Muslim businessman is feeding many of the homeless people in Washington DC. An estimated 6,000 homeless people live on the streets of DC, and 365 days a year the Salvation Army provides mobile meals 6 times a night at places [...]
The Last Christians in Iraq
Christians persecuted in Iraq, as extremists attempt to influence coalition policy
The Shadow War
Someone is killing Iran’s nuclear scientists. But a computer worm may be the scarier threat.
The Milk Wars
As part of the recent Al Dhafra Festival festivities, which is currently being held from December 11-25 in Abu Dhabi, camels from all across the Middle East have descended upon the miniscule Gulf nation to be judged on their lactose producing capabilities.
Gaza Caravan Passes Challenges
LAHORE–28 Indian and one Japanese peace activists crossed the Wagah border on Sunday to hand over a Palestinian flag to Pakistani activists joining a `Gaza caravan’, although the government, for security reasons, asked the visitors not to use the land route for going to Iran on their way to Palestine.
Towards the Liberation of Gaza, Palestine
Dr. Larudee was also a member of the six ship flotilla that attempted to sail to Gaza this past May, a journey marred by the Israeli massacre of peaceful activists on the Turkish ship, Mavi Marmara.
Israeli Artists & the Art of Ethnic Cleansing–
Ein Hod: The Sin of Israeli Artists
Why Are Wars Not Being Reported Honestly?
Never has so much official energy been expended in ensuring journalists collude with the makers of rapacious wars which, say the media-friendly generals, are now “perpetual.”
Procrastination Economics
The best one can say about President Obama’s compromise plan with Congress is that it will do some short-term good – at long-term cost.
Putin – Euro should be World’s Reserve Currency
Putin speaks about Euro and the Euro-zone, recommending Euro as reserve currency
ADC Fundraiser Fills Hyatt Regency Dearborn
The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee Michigan (ADC) held a fundraiser this past Friday which was attended by about 1,000 people. The fundraiser and gala awards ceremony was a large success, showcasing the lawyer-centric talents of an old Arab organization which has contributed for decades to the well being and protection of Arabs in America.
Community News (V12-I51)
Study finds benefits to Muslim leaders, hospital partnerships / Lilburn council rejects mosque plan / Muslim woman sues city over headscarf arrest
Houstonian Corner (V12-I51)
Illustrating Pakistan program / Fundraising dinner
A Saad Day in Michigan
Arab-American brothers Soony and Hamoody Saad took their University of Michigan men’s soccer team on one wild ride this season, but the journey came to an end as they fell 2-1 to Akron University in the semifinals of the College Cup, soccer’s version of the Final Four.
Nazr Mohammed Has Breakout Game
Nazr Mohammed, Charlotte Bobcats
WikiLeaks & Indo-Pak Relations
NEW DELHI: Ironically, “Wikileaks” have excited little concern in the subcontinent.
High Grade `Military Explosives’ Used in Blast at Karachi Shrine, Says Report
analysis of the atrocities in pakistan
