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Survey challenges Western view of Islam
A huge survey of the world's Muslims released this week challenges Western notions that equate Islam with radicalism and violence. The survey, conducted by the Gallup polling agency over six years and three continents, seeks to dispel the belief held by some in the West that Islam itself is the driving force of radicalism. It shows...If it bleeds in Israel, it leads in America
But most Palestinian resistance to the occupation is non-violent Recent actions by Palestinians in Gaza seemed designed to expose bias in the American media. Last weekend, they organized a non-violent, symbolic protest at Gaza's borders. Later in the week, Hamas began launching retaliatory rockets into Israel,...Why Lebanon hasn’t slipped into civil war
Rival factions have worked hard to defuse points of conflict. Washington � Lebanon's former prime minister, Rafik Hariri, was killed by a huge explosion near downtown Beirut in February 2005. Since then, the country has seen � in addition to the Israeli bombardments of summer 2006 � more than a dozen other mysterious assassinations....Something bad is happening to us
We have become accustomed to treating the Palestinians as inferior people. Generations come and go, and new soldiers abuse the residents of occupied Hebron in almost the same manner. This time, it was regular soldiers in the Kfir Brigade. They exposed their backsides and sexual organs to Palestinians, pressed an electric heater to the...Kudos to ABC and Primetime
Show alerts audience to Islamophobia live This past week, the ABC newsmagazine Primetime ran a limited series entitled "What Would You Do?" The hidden camera show set up everyday scenarios that happen in America and then captured people's reactions to them. The leading scenario pitted a Waco, Texas bakery clerk (played by a male...New security certificates issued
On February 22, the Canadian government issued new security certificates against the five Muslim men previously cited. However, they did not reissue a certificate against Manickavasangam Suresh, a Tamil supposedly linked to the Tamil Tigers. This time, the government amplified the reasons for the certificates. The...Islamic charities draw more scrutiny
Counterterrorism officials in the U.S. and the Middle East, who in recent years have shut down several Islamic charities accused of financing terrorist organizations, now are pursuing what they describe as a second constellation of such groups. Key figures who avoided the initial legal dragnet in 2001 and 2002 have continued to...Strategic alliances in Iraq remain elusive
WASHINGTON (IPS) � The George W. Bush administration has ballyhooed recent legislation passed by the Iraqi parliament as a sign that its troop escalation strategy has indeed created space for political reconciliation. But observers say a closer look at the legislation in the context of the grander Iraqi quagmire suggests that the...
Children killed as Israel pounds Gaza
March 1st, 20080 A boy sits next to the body of 6-month-old Palestinian baby Mohammed al-Borai in a mosque before his funeral in GazaGAZA CITY � Israel pounded the Hamas-run Gaza Strip on Thursday, February 28, killing four children and 10 militants, as Prime Minister Ehud Olmert vowed to make the Islamists pay a heavy price for rocket...
U.S. positions warships near Lebanon
March 1st, 20080 The U.S. has sent three warships, including the USS Cole, to take up positions off the coast of Lebanon in a show of force over the ongoing political deadlock in the country. A senior U.S. official said Washington was "very concerned" about the situation in Lebanon and the move was a "support for regional stability." The U.S....Europe headed for new security deal with Israel
BRUSSELS (IPS) � The European Union is considering new steps to deepen its cooperation on scientific research with Israel, despite admitting that previous funds earmarked for that purpose have gone to firms operating illegally in the Palestinian territories. Between now and 2013, the Israeli government is to contribute 440 million...Why Obama is good for Israel
Barack Obama has pledged that, if elected President of the United States, he will travel to a "major Islamic forum" in the first 100 days of his administration to deliver the clear message that "we are not at war with Islam." This is a strong signal that Obama believes George W. Bush's lethal confrontation with the world of Islam...Nader is in and Obama can handle it
Ralph Nader is running again for president. After four previous bids, mounted in varying forums and with varying goals, Nader is used to the slings and arrows that will be tossed his way. He is conscious and committed. He will not back off. He knows how to campaign in the face of a firestorm of criticism. Above all, he knows how...Dearborn Rotary Club awards second annual Hugh M. Archer Memorial Scholarship
DEARBORN � Abbas Alawieh, a senior at Fordson High School, received the second annual Hugh M. Archer Memorial Scholarship presented by the Dearborn Rotary Club. Rotarian Lee Hollmann, chair of this year's scholarship selection committee, presented the $2,000 award to Alawieh at the Club's weekly luncheon meeting. Among those...Group to examine minority mental health issues
WATERFORD �A panel discussion on minority mental health taking place here February 25, will explore issues unique to people of different ethnic groups. Professionals and mental health advocates will examine and discuss mental health risk factors; identify ways to effectively deal with service disparities; and address the substance......
Show provides early glimpse of Spring
DETROIT � When the Michigan Home and Garden Show opens at Ford Field March 7 � 9, winter weary homeowners will be ready to enjoy the show's beautiful gardens and landscapes and start thinking spring. "Show goers will discover the newest and best ideas and trends to enhance their homes' beauty and functionality from the inside...Open a pre-school, close a prison
Part 1 of a 2-part series on Early Childhood Development. The fame of Sigmund Freud hangs on a simple idea: the first five years of life are developmentally crucial. Through the care of a loving mother a newborn learns to trust adults emotionally. The way a toddler is trained to eat, sleep, stand, walk and talk � in all......
Driver’s license policy changed
DEARBORN � The Office of the Michigan Secretary of State announced Wednesday that it would begin accepting driver's license applications from legal immigrants here on temporary visas. In late January, a policy implemented by Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land, based on her interpretation of an opinion from Michigan Attorney General...Boxing match goes on without local stars
DEARBORN � The second major boxing event to take place in Dearborn in recent months is set for Friday, February 22 at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, but the city's two local undefeated Arab American professional fighters are not on the card. Promoter Wessam Jawad said the event will be broadcast nationally on the Fox...Mayor upbeat about state of the city
DEARBORN � In his second State of the City Address as mayor of Dearborn, Jack O'Reilly spoke Wednesday night at the Henry Ford Centennial Library about neighborhood renewal projects, public safety initiatives and the city's efforts to attract new residents. O'Reilly cited successes in implementing programs to buy, demolish, rebuild...Ann Arbor physician loses job over politics
Supporters cite activism, employer says contract problems ANN ARBOR � The Ann Arbor doctor who was recently acquitted of criminal charges for her intervention against the handling of a subdued pro-Palestinian protestor is now facing a new challenge. She recently lost her job with the Packard Community......
Authors to discuss new books at Arab American National Museum
...ADC meet will honor King, Kennedy
DEARBORN � The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) will hold its Annual National Convention, "Securing the Principles of Liberty," on June 12-15, 2008, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Washington , D.C. This annual event attracts Arabs and non-Arabs from around the country, who gather to discuss issues, participate in panel......
Film: ‘They Call Me Muslim’
Film depicts tale of two women struggling for their individual freedom � one wants to wear hijab, other wants it off. TEHRAN � As she opened the door and welcomed me into her home on a snowy morning in Tehran, "K" (her name is withheld to protect her anonymity) � a 33-year-old mother � appeared to me as an unexpected...‘Where are you from?’
JENIN � I live in an apartment building adjoining the Arab American University - Jenin (AAUJ) on a hill surrounded by farmland and quiet villages. As I write, the wind outside my leaky windows has been howling for hours, adding to the desolation of the campus. The protracted semester, beset by student and faculty unrest, has finally......