Migrants must renounce veil if they want to live in France, says ministerMigrants must renounce veil if they want to live in France, says minister
Immigrants should sign a "no burka" contract before being allowed to live in France, the country's...
on Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Cartoonist Targeted... AgainCartoonist Targeted... Again
CNN and BBC News report that a man was shot by police as he tried to enter the home of the Danish cartoonist Kurt Westergaard on Friday. The man seemed intent on harm, as he allegedly carried with him an axe and a knife. Police shot the intruder, who was then hospitalized in stable condition. Mr. Westergaard was home at the time of the incident; he and his young granddaughter were unharmed.Numerous death threats and complaints have been aimed at this Danish artist, who published a controversial cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad back in 2005. Mr. Westergaard says that he drew a bomb in the Prophet Muhammad's turban...
on Saturday, March 27, 2010
Getting married to someone less religiousGetting married to someone less religious:sl:Im asking some advice for a friend who is marrying a man that she was arranged with years ago. His family is muslim and one of his sisters is covered so they are not completely in the dark but he isnt very pious as in he doesnt pray 5 times a day. However, her marriage to him is inevitable (two weeks away). What can she do to make it better? Is there ways for her to encourage him to be more religious without seeming bossy or rude? Please any advice would be welcomed but please no advice on her leaving him because for sure there is no chance of her being able to break it off for many reasons I wont name. Also, she would like to know if...
on Monday, March 22, 2010
Valentine's DayValentine's Day
"I find the idea of having a special day to celebrate love is ridiculous since we should love every day of our lives. I would rather celebrate our anniversary with my husband if I want to specify a special day for love." - Haifa Salim, a Saudi woman commenting on Valentine's Day, Arab NewsMuslims celebrate two major holidays each year, both connected in some way to Islamic faith and worship. Generally, Muslims do not participate in other celebrations, particularly those with pagan roots. You may be surprised to learn that Valentine's Day (which is named after a Christian saint) has its origins in a February 14th pagan Roman celebration, honoring love and fertility. About.com's...
on Monday, March 22, 2010
Halal burgers are discrimination - FranceHalal burgers are discrimination - FranceSalaam. This is outrageous. :raging::raging::raging::raging::raging::raging::r aging:A French council has lodged a complaint against a fast food chain that serves only meat that conforms with Islamic dietary laws at a local branch.Read more:http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/8524056.stm Source: Islamic Bo...
on Thursday, March 18, 2010
Siddique released after terror conviction quashedSiddique released after terror conviction quashed
A man branded a "wannabe suicide bomber" by prosecutors will not face a retrial on terrorism charges.The Crown Office has said it does not wish to seek a fresh prosecution. Siddique has now been released.BBC Scotland news storyread more
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on Thursday, March 18, 2010
Hijab May Trigger Airport Security ChecksHijab May Trigger Airport Security Checks
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) today called on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to clarify whether Islamic head scarves, or hijab, will now automatically trigger additional security measures for Muslim travelers.CAIR made that request after a Muslim woman traveler taking a flight Tuesday from Washington, DC to Los Angeles reported that TSA personnel first requested that she take off her hijab, then put her through a "humiliating" public full-body pat-down search when she refused. After the pat-down, the Muslim traveler's luggage, coat, shoes, laptop, and cell phone were searched and tested for bomb-making...
on Sunday, March 14, 2010
Gothernberg, SwedenGothernberg, SwedenAssalammualaikum, I'm traveling to Gothernberg, Sweden in Aug for a conference. I'm trying to find out more info about the place, any masjids around the area, halal food and is it safe for a female traveler wearing hijab. Appreciate any info! Source: Islamic Bo...
on Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Infertility TreatmentsInfertility Treatments
A woman I know recently gave birth to a child after eight years of heartache. She is overjoyed with her baby son, as any new mother would be. After researching all of the options for their particular situation, she and her husband chose to undergo IVF - In Vitro Fertilization. Upon hearing this news, some people criticized them for this decision, saying that if it were God's will for them to have a child, it would happen naturally.What does Islam say about In Vitro Fertilization and other assisted reproductive technologies? Are they a rebellion against God's will, or a blessing for people who need help? If acceptable in Islam, are there...
on Friday, March 5, 2010
Boonaa Mohammad :DBoonaa Mohammad :D:sl:I don't know how many of you have seen this brothers video but MashaAllah he's insane!I enjoyed them, I'm sure you guys will too :DMay Allah bless this brother, Ameen.[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPZZBgfGcCo&feature=related[/media][media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBhgflqEg-A&feature=related[/media][media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owJvqSeK0n0&feature=related[/media]Just some as a head start. Source: Islamic Bo...
on Wednesday, March 3, 2010
American Prejudice Against MuslimsAmerican Prejudice Against Muslims
I've always been one to say that most Americans are open-minded, tolerant, caring people. And I believe that this is still the case, despite insidious right-wing media outlets fanning the flames of hatred and paranoia.However, a Gallup poll released last Thursday indicates that 43% of Americans admit feeling some prejudice against Muslims. While nearly two-thirds of those who responded said that they have little to no knowledge about Islam, the majority viewed the faith negatively.Notably, those who reported that they do not personally know any Muslims were twice as likely to express "a great deal" of prejudice.Interestingly,...