June 17, 2002

Comments by the Rev. Jerry Vines result in anger in Muslims, chaos among Christians, and unlikely bedfellows (Jewish groups and the ADL) joining in condemnation. Read more

June 14, 2002

Middle East activists have organized competing boycotts of the number 1 and 2 coffeehouse chains due to their relations with Israel and Palestine. Read more

June 14, 2002

While Abdullah al Muhajir may have had evil intentions, the lengths to which the government has gone to isolate him (and admit a lack of evidence) leave many startled. Read more

June 13, 2002

Muslims and Jews in America, many of whom live and work in the same neighborhoods, are finding reasons to get along in spite of violence overseas. Read more

June 12, 2002

The hawala system, under siege since September 11th, has suffered further restrictions as three Gulf states enact new laws against money laundering. Read more

June 12, 2002

Having profited handsomely off of kidnapping tourists and missionaries, the pursued Abu Sayyaf are running out of places to hide. Read more

June 12, 2002

In the face of strict laws forbidding alcohol in Saudi Arabia, some unlucky men desparate for a drink turned to cologne, and paid with their lives. Read more

June 12, 2002

Spurred on by the need to become more outspoken after the events of September 11th, Muslims pack a day-long barbecue to promote voter registration. Read more

June 12, 2002

A fatwa by a Nigerian imam against immunization highlights the debate Muslim scholars are still having over it, despite proven results. Read more

June 11, 2002

Despite some of the most restrictive laws regarding women in the Muslim world, Saudi women are making gains in education and employment. Read more


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