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Clinton hails Yemen ceasefire, but aid concerns remain
February 20th, 20100 WASHINGTON (IPS) — The ceasefire announced late last week between Yemen's government and Houthi rebels in the northern part of the country is being greeted here as an important initial step toward stabilizing the Arab world's poorest country and reversing advances by al Qaeda's affiliate there. People walk outside the...BDS movement gains at U of M Dearborn
DEARBORN — As more people join the movement to liberate the beseiged Palestinian territory of Gaza, the need for more direction in finding focused, practical solutions has increased. The Arab Student Union lead efforts during Divestment Week at U of M - Dearborn. One of the most encouraging aspects of the campaign for...FBI searches Dearborn home
DEARBORN — FBI agents on Feb. 11 searched an east Dearborn home on the 5700 block of Appoline Street. FBI agents on Feb. 11 searched an east Dearborn home on the 5700 block of Appoline Street. Several home security surveillance cameras are installed on the outside of the home. Neighbors said they watched officials wearing FBI...Community holds fundraiser for Napoleon
DEARBORN — A largely Arab American crowd of supporters gathered to raise funds for the election campaign of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon on Tuesday. Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon speaks to an Arab American crowd of supporters. About 300 attended the fundraiser at Byblos Banquet Hall in Dearborn, lead by Maher...
Obama taps young Muslim leader to repair ties with Islamic group
February 20th, 20100 President Barack Obama on Feb. 13 appointed Rashad Hussain, currently working as a legal counsel at the White House, to be the U.S. Special Envoy to the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC). Rashad Hussain Making the announcement via video conference to the annual gathering of the U.S.-Islamic World Forum, the...Beware the iron wall, the coming war
The Israeli military may be much less effective in winning wars than it was in the past, thanks to the stiffness of Arab resistance. But its military strategists are as shrewd and unpredictable as ever. The rhetoric from Israel that has escalated recently suggests that a future war in Lebanon will most likely target Syria as well. While...Egypt’s wall of shame
Driving parallel to the borderline between Egypt and Gaza, one can spot the machinery behind the conspicuous wall construction project meant to stop ongoing smuggling through underground tunnels. Some 80 meters away from the borderline, there were two cranes and a spiral driller. Four trucks loaded with sand and two with iron...Fighting hunger — A matter of faith
ROME (IPS) — The world's major religions might disagree on theology and matters like the foods we ought to eat and the days we should rest on, but when it comes to fighting hunger, they see eye to eye. The holy books say that those who do not have enough to eat must be helped, which, if you are a believer, makes food insecurity a...Amnesty International criticizes Israel for latest response to Gaza violations
Amnesty International has said that Israel's most recent response to the U.N. on its investigations into alleged violations of international law by its forces in Gaza a year ago is totally inadequate. Crucial questions about the conduct of attacks in which hundreds of civilians were killed and thousands were made homeless, are not...Polls find little evidence Iranian public sees government as illegitimate
Indications of fraud in the June 12 Iranian presidential election, together with large-scale street demonstrations, have led to claims that Mahmoud Ahmadinejad did not actually win the election, and that the majority of Iranians perceive their government as illegitimate and favor regime change. Supporters of defeated Iranian...
DIA to reopen Islamic Gallery
February 13th, 20100 The Gallery of Islamic Art at the Detroit Institute of Arts will reopen on Sunday, Feb. 28 in a new and impressive presentation. The new gallery will showcase selections of Islamic art from different periods and in a variety of media: manuscripts, calligraphy, pottery, sculpture, metalwork, glasswork, textile, carpets and other...“The Future of Islam”
Some books have perfect timing. This is one of them. According to a recent Gallup World Religion Survey, a majority of Americans have little or no knowledge about Islam. Also, the study revealed a disturbing American bias against Muslims. The contagious disease of Islamophobia can be cured, and a strong antidote may be found in John L....
Dearborn football star earns free ride to CMU
February 13th, 20100 DEARBORN — Like many kids growing up in America from Middle Eastern families, Nores Fradi began his athletic career as a soccer player. Fradi signs scholarship to Central Michigan University for...HPV virus: Time to face reality
I recently contacted the Dearborn, Michigan Health Department to see if they provide the HPV vaccine. The receptionist said yes, but that it is only recommended for women ages 11-26. Beyond age 26, health insurance will not cover the vaccine and it is pricey. Depending on the clinic, the cost could range from $140-$180 per shot...Valentine’s Day parties throughout region offer Middle Eastern entertainment
Couples can dance and romance at a number of Middle Eastern-themed Valentines Day parties scheduled this weekend in the Detroit area. Singer Zak Baalbaki performs on Saturday in West Bloomfield at Al Oumara Restaruant, 6123 Haggerty Road, at 10:30 p.m. Call 248.960.0511. Jad Soudah and Mohamad Abu Sumaya perform in Dearborn on......
AIPAC duplicated stolen classified policy documents before returning to U.S. government
WASHINGTON — Top officials of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee duplicated a stolen classified U.S. government policy document before returning it under order of the U.S. Trade Representative, according to a newly released FBI document. The document is available for download here. Testimony about AIPAC's executive director...Voters’ rights advocate seeks secretary of state seat
As candidate fields become clear and campaigns gear up months ahead of November elections, several major candidates have been reaching out to Arab Americans for support, including Democratic candidate for Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. Jocelyn Benson Benson is scheduled to meet with local Arab American......
Iran and Israel: Reining in ‘rogue states’
February 13th, 20100 For two decades, the world has been counting on diplomacy to stop Iran's apparent quest for nuclear weapons – a diplomacy shot through, however, with the menace of ultimate recourse to the military alternative. Now, a more serious stage has been reached with the passing of the year-end deadline that President Obama had set for the...Conference explores conflict resolution among Arab American students
DEARBORN — Just about everyone is familiar with the United States Department of Defense, which was formerly known as the Department of War. But few know that there is also a grassroots movement to start a "Department of Peace" as well. Noor Kirdar from USIP presenting on women and peace building. While that movement hasn't...
San Francisco community commemorates Gaza attacks, organizes activist efforts
February 13th, 20100 BURLINGAME, Calif.— Israel's first prime minister David Ben Gurion once said about displaced Palestinian refugees "the old will die and the young will forget." Mariam El Shafei, 16, lost an eye during the Dec. 2008-Jan. 2009 bombardment of Gaza. She was brought to the U.S. by the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund. El Shafei...
Development recognized as crucial for stability in Yemen
February 13th, 20100 WASHINGTON (IPS) — Amid growing concerns here over the threat posed by Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), a consensus is emerging among U.S. experts that Washington and other donors to Yemen must place at least as much or greater emphasis on promoting sustainable development in the Arab world's poorest country as on......
2010 Census hits the road with “Be Counted” message
In January, the Census Portrait of America Road Tour started its journey across the United States to educate communities about the 2010 Census. One national and 12 regional vehicles drive around targeting high-attendance events, celebrations and ethnic community gatherings to reach out to the diverse U.S. population. To connect with...
Peaceful Palestinian resistance paying off
February 13th, 20100 For many, the idea of Palestinian resistance is synonymous with terrorism, conjuring up images of suicide bombings and rockets. This is a distortion shaped by the media and our politicians. Beyond the headlines, Palestinian resistance has always included nonviolent tactics. Today, in rural villages from Bilin and Jayyous to Nilin......
Christian Arabs remain the best situated to combat the demonization of Islam
"Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves…" Matthew 7:15. According to Christian tradition the above quote is attributed to Jesus of Nazareth by Matthew as part of the famous Sermon on the Mount, a compilation of Jesus' sayings epitomizing his moral teachingindus....UN report challenges Israeli version of attack on civilian building in Gaza war
JERUSALEM — A new Israeli report defending the military's conduct in the Gaza war was challenged this week after evidence emerged apparently contradicting one of its key findings. Palestinian children play soccer in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, January 31, 2010. Soccer has always been popular in the Gaza Strip but......
