Features
Balkanized Homecoming
As Iraqi Refugees Start to Trickle Back, Authorities Worry About How They Will Fit Into the New Baghdad
Behind the Bombings in Algeria and Lebanon
The recent explosions in Algeria and Lebanon may have the look and feel of those carried out by Al Qaeda-affiliated groups, but the timing of these explosions strongly suggest that external forces – like Syria, Israel or even French colonial powers – may also have a hidden hand.
Interfaith Festival Joins Muslim, Jewish, Christian Communities
Annual dinner celebrates Hajj, Hanukah, Christmas
Waterboarding Historically Controversial
In 1947, the U.S. Called It a War Crime; in 1968, It Reportedly Caused an Investigation
Bird Flu Affects Saudi Egg Supply
It could be months before the Saudi Arabian government gives the all-clear that the H5N1 virus has been annihilated in the Kingdom and there are likely to be more bird cullings in the future to be sure the virus has been eradicated.
Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) Convention
MPAC held a highly successful convention, its seventh annual convention, this past weekend at the Convention Center in Long Beach, Ca.
Moonsighting: ICNA / FCNA Announcements
ISGH / FCNA / ICNA announcements regarding Eidul Adha, 1428 (2007)
The Real Teddy Bear Tragedy
In all the heat generated by the teddy bear controversy in Sudan, we are missing a deeper reality: As irrational and backward as the reaction in Khartoum might seem, it is yet another example of some Muslims attempting to assert themselves and exercise a little authority in the face of the immense onslaught of Western hegemony in the region.
Posh Toilets Expected Soon in Dubai
Everything is bigger, better and more expensive in Dubai. Now even the public toilet system facilities are expected to get a massive multi-million Dirhams overhaul.
Babri Masjid Demolition Anniversary
NEW DELHI – Fifteenth anniversary of Babari Masjid’s demolition last week (December 6) was marked by a mixed reaction across the country. While several Muslim groups held demonstrations demanding reconstruction of the mosque, a few Hindu organizations celebrated the day as their victory. The issue dominated the proceedings in the Parliament, while the people in Ayodhya, where the mosque stood, expressed their desire for peace….
The Attack on Islam–Part II
As I concluded in last week’s article, to counterattack this onslaught against patriarchy and spiritual understanding will require the participation of spiritually based people of various faiths, ethnicities, and races who understand the importance of family and are willing to do their utmost to restore it to the focal point of society.
The Only Acceptable Racism Today: Islamophobia
Islamophobia too will be institutionalized in America, if not understood and confronted. The potential of such mindless bigotry has implications for our national interests and the world peace.
Investments (V9-I51) — News You Can Use
Advice from Bob Wood about where to get sound financial information.
Abu Yaqoub bin Ishaq al Kindi
Al-Kindi was a philosopher, astronomer, chemist, mathematician musician, physician, physicist and a pioneer in cryptography. He was a master of many different areas of thought, although he would eventually be eclipsed by names such as al Baruni and ibn Sina, he is still regarded to be one of the greatest philosophers and scientist of his time.
Naomi Klein outlines ‘The Shock Doctrine’ with MSNBC’s Olbermann
December 1–Naomi Klein, discussing her book The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism with MSNBC’s Keith Olbermann, outlines how crises, real or perceived, have been used by governments, especially the United States under George W. Bush, to strongarm a disoriented citizenry into accepting changes to its rights, and its government, that it wouldn’t otherwise accept.
The Day He Lessened His Power
Pakistan is entering into another crucial phase. There is this news roaming all over the world that the Military Jawans of Pakistan have given the send-out salute to General Pervez Musharraf.
N American Fiqh Council Fatwa
WASHINGTON, Nov 30 (KUNA) — During a joint appearance by Christian, Jewish and Muslim leaders at the National Press Club on Friday, a national campaign to unite all Americans against terrorists was launched, highlighted by the proclamation of a fatwa by the Fiqh Council of North America.
Kuwait’s Trail of Tears
If only someone were able to scale the towers or even bungee down from the observation deck, to write in the dust, “Wash Me…Puh-leaze!” I am sure Ministry of Interior would stand up and take notice. But since that is highly unlikely, I guess we’ll have to wait for things to get worse before they get better.
Pak Stalls A Crowd-Puller At IITF 2007
NEW DELHI – Launched in 1980, the “India International Trade Fair” (IITF), organized by India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO), has developed into an annual mega-event, Asia’s largest show of its kind.
