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Nov 4, 2009
The Burqa
By: Sarah Blakemore
Burqas are a common sight in the middle east and all over the world yet nothing in the Qu'ran specifically states a woman must adhere to this style of dress. more...
Sep 27, 2009
Somali Refugees Suffer in Yemen
By: Jeremy Mangum
For over 10,000 Somali refugees struggling to survive in a squalid camp in southern Yemen, daily life is almost as perilous as in their former homeland. more...
Jun 23, 2009
Middle Eastern Cities
By: Amanda Drew
As cities in the Middle East are rapidly urbanizing, the contrast between traditional and modern values is becoming more and more apparent. more...
Jun 6, 2009
Thus spoke Obama to the Muslim World
By: Amira Nowaira
Although the responses to Obama's speech in Egypt have been largely positive, there are many voices expressing deep skepticism. more...
Jun 3, 2009
US President Comes to Egypt to Deliver Speech
While Egypt awaits the arrival of Obama on June 4th, 2009, the unprecedented security measures taken to ensure his safety will make life difficult for Cairo residents. more...
Jun 1, 2009
Preparations for Obama's Visit
Although Obama's visit to Cairo on June 4th, 2009 is scheduled to last no more than a few hours, extensive preparations are under way, transforming the face of those part more...
May 31, 2009
Egypt's Rise in Sexual Harassment
By: Giulia de Robert
Sexual harassment on the streets of Cairo has risen over the past decade. Government authorities remained silent but now started to change their attitude.- more...
May 27, 2009
Obama in Cairo
It is not every day that an American president decides to visit Egypt. Obama's choice of Cairo as his platform to address the Muslim world has sparked off heated debates more...
May 4, 2009
Conflict's History of Israel-Palestine
By: Christine Deakers
Israel declared their independence in 1948 with recognition from the United States and Russia. more...
Mar 29, 2009
UN report says Israel Targeted Civilians in Gaza
Israel violated a range of human rights during its offensive in Gaza, including targeting civilians and using a child as a human shield, UN investigators said on March 23 more...
Mar 13, 2009
Bedouin Women and Muslim Women in Society
By: Maureen Zieber
Middle Eastern Cultures have different meanings for veiling their women, depending on what set of people are being discussed. Bedouin and Muslim women are compared here. more...
Jan 20, 2009
Muslim Reaction to Obama Inauguration Call
By: Khadija Muhaisen Dajani
Obama's victory of hope, determination, and sheer hard work is expected to spark a new beginning in the Muslim world, reminding Muslims change will come from within. more...
Jan 18, 2009
Operation Cast Lead
By: Abigail Adams
On December 27th 2008 Israeli Defense Forces launched Operation Cast Lead. Israel ignored international calls for a cease-fire until its operation was complete. more...
Jan 16, 2009
United Nations and Arab League Must Bow Out
In the spirit of popular will brought about by Barack Obama, the United Nations and the League of Arab States are called upon to adopt a new mantra: "No We Can't". more...
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