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US Veteran Reveals Atomic Bombs Dropped on Afghanistan and Iraq
But what if the post-WWII nuclear Rubicon has already been crossed? According to a U.S. Army veteran with extensive boots-on-the-ground connections, the United States Government has dropped five nuclear weapons on Afghanistan and Iraq.
French-Born But Still an Unwanted Immigrant
Editor’s Note: The unrest among French youth raises obvious parallels about xenophobia with the anti-immigrant fervor being whipped up in the United States. But there is one big difference, says Russell Morse who covered the French riots as a reporter. Americans, even hardened Minutemen, still hold onto a romantic notion of the United States as a country built by immigrants.
Abu Dhabi Lifeline for Citigroup
Abu Dhabi’s move is the latest example of the financial muscle of the oil-rich Gulf states, which have benefited enormously from booming energy prices and are now looking for new homes for their wealth.
Obama Addresses ‘Muslim Background’ Question
He told them his father had lived in a Muslim-dominated village in Kenya, but “didn’t practice Islam.”
“The truth is, he wasn’t very religious,” said Obama. “He met my mother. My Mother was a Christian from Kansas, and they married, and then divorced. I was raised by my mother. So I’ve always been a Christian.”
3 Years After the Tsunami
An unprecedented $13.6 billion in aid has boosted rebuilding, but political and economic challenges remain three years later.
Modi-Shock For Congress
NEW DELHI/AHMEDABAD – It is celebration time for Narendra Modi and Bharatiya Janata Party who have defeated speculations and predictions to return to power in Gujarat. While BJP is at the helm for the fourth time, without a break, Modi has taken over as the chief minister for the third consecutive term.
Can’t Escape the Music!
One of the last places you would expect hip-hop and rap music to thrive is in the Middle East. Especially since most countries in the Middle East are Muslim nations and music is generally frowned on.
Musings — Divine Connections (V10-I1)
“Being in the right place at the right time” is one of the oldest clichés known to man, and one that we all wish to find ourselves in as we go about our daily excursions. It is also possibly one of the least understood. Being in the right place at the right time is not waking up to your lucky day. It is a God-engineered intervention in your life. It is a Divine Connection.
The Universal Principle of Gender
In my first article I indicated that I would eventually discuss the principle of gender and the patriarchal nature of the universe, and judging from the response to my articles it appears the need for this discussion has already come.
Election 2008–AMPEC – The American Muslim Political Action Committee
TMO will be printing a weekly column that will be dedicated to the forthcoming elections, American Muslim Community issues, and positions of the candidates on these issues.
SE Michigan News (V10-I1)
Hassan Jaber Executive Director of ACCESS / ACCESS Health Director visits White House / BMUC Board of Directors results / BMUC Substance Abuse Session / BMUC Activities Restart Dates / BMUC Event, Steroid use by “our youth” /
Muslim Americans Feel Snubbed in Presidential Race
Mejgan Afshan’s father warned her about the danger of discussing religion and politics, but as a girl, she couldn’t resist the two things she thought mattered more than anything else. Now 28 and watching the 2008 presidential campaign closely, Afshan sees how uncomfortable those topics can be when they intersect.
Presidential Message: Eid al-Adha
During Eid al-Adha, Muslims around the world reflect on Abraham’s unwavering faith and his trust in God when asked to sacrifice his son. These four days are a time for Muslims to honor Abraham’s obedience by celebrating with family and friends and showing gratitude for the many blessings bestowed by God. This holiday also helps ensure the important values of compassion and devotion are passed on to future generations.
Bitterness Apparent as US Releases Iraqi Prisoners
Baghdad – When Leila Nasser was six months pregnant, U.S. soldiers burst into her house and wrestled away her husband, Mohammed Amin, who was asleep on the roof, trying to escape the summer heat.
Turkish Warplanes Bomb Northern Iraq
SULAIMANIYA, Iraq–Turkish planes bombed an area of Iraq near the border with Turkey on Tuesday to attack Kurdish separatists and the army said it had killed at least 150 guerrillas in its air offensive earlier this month.
Annapolis
Washington, DC–December 12–This was a briefing of the one-day Annapolis Conference last (month – the 27th). It was part of a teleconference call that I took at my office, but originated in the District of Columbia by the End the Occupation Organization a pro-Palestine assemblage.
Pakistani, Afghan Leaders Vow Security Cooperation
ISLAMABAD–The leaders of Pakistan and Afghanistan vowed on Wednesday to boost intelligence cooperation to meet the menace of terrorism that was destroying both countries, Pakistan’s President Pervez Musharraf said.
Virus Software
A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer without permission or knowledge of the user. However, the term “virus” is commonly used, albeit erroneously, to refer to many different types of bad programs.
