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Dehumanizing the Palestinian cause on campus
Last week, StandWithUS and I-LEAD brought two Israel Defense Forces soldiers to campus with the goal of humanizing the IDF because they felt that the “media presented a skewed portrait of them.” How did the soldiers attempt to do this? By dehumanizing the Palestinian narrative — its culture, politics and people. The discourse used...Department of Defense reinstates security clearance of Muslim woman
DALLAS — Representatives from the Muslim Legal Fund of America (MLFA), a national civil liberties defense organization, is applauding administrators at the Department of Defense for reinstating the long-held security clearance of Linda Mahmoud, a hearing-impaired civil servant of Palestinian descent who had her clearance pulled because...The Tehran I remember
As someone who lived in Tehran, Iran back in the 1970’s, I especially enjoyed seeing the movie Argo win the Best Picture Oscar. It’s a great story, with compelling characters and lots of suspense. The fact that the story is true makes it even more incredible because the plot is like something that would spring from the...State recognizes Dearborn Public Schools for its anti-bullying efforts
DEARBORN — The Michigan Association of School Administrators (MASA) recognized Dearborn Public Schools (DPS) for its anti-bullying program, which is now being used as a model in other school districts. According to the district, MASA awarded DPS the Winners’ Circle award this year for its anti-bullying program. ...Border Patrol’s new policy praised by immigrant rights leaders
DETROIT – This week, the Alliance for Immigrants Rights and Reform and Michigan Organizing Project praised the release of a new policy memorandum from U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The memo explicitly provides guidelines and some protection for people attending places of worship, schools and human service...Will Washington reciprocate? The Iranians and unconditional friendship
TEHRAN — Truth be told, this American observer has attended his share of international conferences and has traveled in more than 70 countries. But never has he visited such a complex, evolving, striving and energized society, populated by idealistic people of great warmth, sense of humor and caring for those in need...EU urges sanctions against Israel
Israel's construction in east Jerusalem is a deliberate strategy to prevent the city from becoming capital of two states, an internal EU report found Wednesday, urging members to block funding for any settlement activities.In its Jerusalem Report 2012, a copy of which was seen by AFP, the European Union said Jewish settlement...
Nasrallah refutes rumors of ill-health, Hezbollah in Syria
March 1st, 20130 BEIRUT — Hizbullah Secretary General Sayyid Hassan Nasrallah debunked rumors regarding his health as well as reports of his deputy Naim Qassem's assassination in a televised speech Wednesday evening, while renewing calls to ward off "Sunni-Shia strife in Lebanon" and “plans to partition Syria.” Reports of Nasrallah's...FBI: Convicted killer targets two community leaders
Richard SchmidtDETROIT — According to the FBI, a convicted killer, and reported neo-Nazi sympathizer who was arrested last year with an arsenal of weapons in Ohio had compiled a list with the names of two local leaders, Rev. Wendell Anthony, president of the Detroit Branch NAACP, and Scott Kaufman, CEO of the Jewish Federation...Civil rights groups challenge judge’s gag ruling in McDonald’s non-halal case
DEARBORN — Dearborn attorney Majed Moughni, who earlier this month tried to intervene into the McDonald’s non-halal settlement and was denied by Wayne County Circuit Court Judge Kathleen MacDonald, now has the backing of two civil rights groups in hopes to have the judge rescind an order which prohibited him from speaking publicly on...Officials plan on making sex between students and school officials illegal
LANSING — Elected officials in Lansing are planning on making sexual intercourse between students and school officials illegal regardless of the student’s age. The state’s senate passed SB 135 which would make sex between school officials and students a felony, and considered, “criminal sexual conduct in the third...Dearborn residents now eligible for energy savings grant program; deadline Mar. 31
DEARBORN-Residents can benefit from reduced energy bills and potentially save hundreds of dollars by participating in a BetterBuildings for Michigan program available to them for the first time because of a new partnership with the Southeast Michigan Regional Energy Office.The deadline for residents to sign up for the cost-savings...Hundreds gather in Kalamazoo to demand immigration reform
KALAMAZOO — Nearly 400 people packed the St. Jo Gym in Kalamazoo. They were there to tell U.S. Rep. Fred Upton that now is the time for immigration reform, and that it's time he met with immigrant advocates to make real commitments on the issue. Members came from across Upton's district - Kalamazoo, Sturgis, Hartford, Fennville,...Courting catastrophe in Syria
The United States and Saudi Arabia appear to be ramping up aid to the Syrian rebels. Here we go again on the road to debacle. Why? The media never holds anybody to either their predictions or their results — officeholders, politicians, and of course their own pundits. And it’s a good thing for people like Bill Kristol, John McCain,...Singer Janet Jackson marries Qatari billionaire Wissam Al Mana
In a statement released to Entertainment Today last month, singer Janet Jackson, one of America’s biggest superstars confirmed that she and Qatari billionaire Wissam Al Mana were officially married. The statement read: "The rumors regarding an extravagant wedding are simply not true. Last year we were married in a quiet, private,......
Top five home improvement projects that increase your home’s value
Selling a home in today’s aggressive marketplace can be challenging. The good news is there are a few tweaks that can give homeowners a serious leg up on the competition.With the warmer months being the most active time of year to buy and sell real estate, it’s important to ensure your home is seen in the best light...Beirut infrastructure among world’s worst
The Lebanese capital’s infrastructure is among the worst of cities across the world. According to a ranking by Global Investments reported by Byblos Bank’s Lebanon This Week, Beirut placed 204th out of 221 cities worldwide and 21st out of 25 in the Middle East and Africa region. Out of 42 middle-to-high income cities,......
Challenging your property tax assessment in Michigan
Metro Detroit — It’s that time of year again — local residents and business owners are receiving their property tax “notice of assessment.” After five years of a battered real estate market, many suspect that they are being overtaxed on inflated values or properties. Although data suggests that residential home prices are...Auchi on the list of top Arab philanthropists
LONDON — The financial magazine Nuqudy highlighted the importance of philanthropy in the acts of the most influential Arab businessmen, through publishing a list of the few Arab philanthropists that have selflessly given the most, relative to their net worth.Nuqudy focused on the role of the Anglo Arab Organization, founded by British...Bill prevents child safety seat violations from being waived
LANSING — Under a bill that was passed 35-1 by the state senate recently, judges would no longer be required to waive court penalties for child safety seat violators. Those who violate child safety seat laws can avoid up to $103 in court fines by purchasing a child safety seat before their scheduled court appearance. Provisions...Arab American purchases Cheli’s Chili Bar
DEARBORN — Najib Rizk, the owner of Le Cigar and Martini Bar and La Hookah located on Michigan Avenue has reportedly purchased the closed Cheli’s Chili Bar here. Rizk is expected to move his businesses into the vacant building after he remodels it. It was open for 10 years. The Cheli’s in downtown Detroit will remain open.......
Internationally recognized surgeon to be awarded at ACCESS dinner
Marwan Abouljoud, director of the Transplant Institute at Henry Ford HospitalDEARBORN - Marwan Abouljoud, director of the Transplant Institute at Henry Ford Hospital, will be honored as Arab American of the Year at ACCESS' 42nd anniversary dinner on April 27 at the Marriott Detroit Renaissance Center.Abouljoud is considered an...Obama to threaten Iran with military strikein June, Israeli media reports
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama says the United States could launch an attack on Iran as early as this June, Israeli media reports.According to a report on Israel’s Channel 10 News that has since been picked up by the Times of Israel, Pres. Obama will use an upcoming meeting overseas to discuss a military strike on Iran. Pres.......
U.S. finally passes stronger protections for women against abuse
WASHINGTON - The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday ended more than a year of stonewalling a piece of legislation that for two decades has offered legal protections for women against sexual violence, harassment and abuse.The move will close gaps in related funding and safeguards that have opened since the legislation, known as the...Eight tips to stay healthy this flu season
Flu season is upon us, bringing with it new strains of the virus. So now is the time to brush up on all the flu-fighting facts.Here are eight wellness tips to help keep you and your family in tip-top shape – from what behaviors to avoid, to how homeopathic treatment can help:1. Know your risk: Seniors, children under age 5 and pregnant......
