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August 2002

August 20, 2002

: For 1000 Years, Muslims Hold Key to Christianity’s Holiest Shrine

In order to keep the peace between competing denominations, a Muslim has opened and closed...

August 19, 2002

: For Muslim Students, School After 9/11 Will Never Be The Same

Muslim students have made some gains and had some setbacks since the events of 9

August 16, 2002

: That’ll Teach You! $116 Trillion Lawsuit Filed Against bin Laden

If there's one thing Americans are good at, it's deep-pocket lawsuits - and this one...

August 15, 2002

: Live from Afghanistan! It’s Saturday Night!

Even though few Afghans have televisions, the return of TV broadcasts in Afghanistan is bringing...

August 14, 2002

: Under US Guard, Khatami Responds to “Axis of Evil” Charge

Though the US doesn't believe him, Iran's President Khatami defends his country against the "Axis...

August 12, 2002

: Kinder, Gentler “Morals Police” Back on Afghan Streets

The hated "morals police" of the Taliban is back - with 1% of the officers,...

August 12, 2002

: Separation of Conjoined Twins Poses Islamic Ethical Dilemma

Does doing the "least harm" mean keeping conjoined twins crippled for life or taking the...

August 12, 2002

: Indonesia Works to Quell Muslim-Christian Violence

Eager to put an end to over 3 years of sectarian violence, Indonesia is pouring...

August 12, 2002

: Israel Facing Economic Crisis, International Isolation

Israelis face increasing taxes and international cultural isolation, amid a growing economic recession and no...

August 09, 2002

: Emotional Reactions Stirred over Prophet’s Relics

Recent incidents involving relics attributed to Prophet Muhammad, including stolen slippers and an insulted beard...

August 07, 2002

Remembering 9/11: American Muslims prepare for 9/11 anniversary

Amidst continuing suspicions, questioned loyalties, and an uncaptured Osama bin Laden, American Muslims figure out...

August 05, 2002

: Slowly, Muslim Countries Confront “Jihadi” Culture

Alarmed by the influence of "jihadi" culture, Muslim countries have started to promote moderate alternatives....

August 02, 2002

: Zacarias Who? American Muslims Steer Clear of Moussaoui

With antics that are "like a 'Saturday Night Live' parody", alleged al-Qaida operative Zacarias Moussaoui...

August 01, 2002

: Qur’an Assignment at UNC Ruffles Feathers

A Christian conservative group is suing the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill for...

August 01, 2002

: Don’t Tell Anyone: Islamic Party Could Win in Turkey

A political party widely regarded as Islamic in its roots (although their leadership denies it)...

July 2002

July 31, 2002

: Growing Numbers of Muslims Homeschool Their Kids

More American Muslims are choosing to home-school their children, making them one of the fastest...

July 29, 2002

: Seattle Man Arrested for Alleged Al-Qaeda Links

James Ujaama's arrest in Denver last week is just one of many detainments attributed to...

July 28, 2002

: Muslims Find New Strength in Consumerism

After watching America take advantage of the globalization trend, Muslim countries find that they have...

July 26, 2002

: Must “She” TV: Arab Women’s Satellite Channel Unveils Itself

Feeding an audience thirsty for open discussion and information, the Arab-language Heya ("She") TV satellite...

July 26, 2002

: Sorry About That Terror Thing: Egyptian Militants Apologize

Having seen the error of their ways, imprisoned leaders of Egypt's largest militant group eschew...

July 26, 2002

Muslims and gambling: Some Muslim countries are betting on casinos

Desperate for new sources of revenue, Muslim countries have started opening casinos for gamblers in...

July 24, 2002

Muslim Scholars: It’s Not Jihad, It’s Hirabah

Calling a spade a spade, Muslim scholars are promoting the use the word hirabah as...

July 24, 2002

: Boy, That Was Close! Hamas Cease Fire Offer Averted

Less than 24 hours after a tentative cease fire offer from Hamas, Israel responds with...

July 23, 2002

: Civil Rights Groups Angered by Bush Appointee

A Civil Rights Commission member refers to "more detentions, more stops and more profiling" of...

July 22, 2002

: Controversial Country Ballad Narrates “John Walker’s Blues”

A country song about the American Taliban's misfortunes attempts to put a "Ballad of Davy...

July 22, 2002

: Morocco & Spain: 500 Years of Territorial Claims Continue

Morocco claims the island of Leila/Perejil, Spain refuses to hand back Ceuta & Melilla (while...

July 20, 2002

: Internet Dating Reaches The Muslim World

Peeking out from behind conservative Muslim cultures, Muslim singles are seeking each other out on...

July 19, 2002

: Your Neighbor Might Have Some TIPS For You

In a proposal of Orwellian magnitude, the Justice Department announces a Stasi-like informant network involving...

July 18, 2002

: Muslim ‘Fundamentalists’ Hold Conference in London

A meeting described by the British press as a Muslim fundamentalist conference features speakers with...

July 17, 2002

: Turkey Bastes in Political and Economic Turmoil

Racked by EU troubles, economic woes, and ailing health, Turkey's Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit agrees...