Date of source: Sunday, April 15, 2007
The author considers reform in Islam, outlining the inhibiting stance that many Western countries adopt regarding reform in the Islamic world. The era of ‘political correctness’ has led many to blindly ignore violations of human rights in the hope of maintaining a level of correctness while not...
Date of source: Tuesday, April 10, 2007
The article presents the transcript of a lecture for the Arab Thought Forum. It considers media distortions and mis-representation in the media that only serve to further antagonize Muslim-Christian relations and the perception of Islam and the Arab world in the West. Drs. Cornelis Hulsman explains...
Date of source: Monday, January 1, 2007
The authors stress that misguided media reporting often only serves to further tensions, particularly in cases of sectarian strife. They urge individuals to not only critically consider what is published, but if incorrect information is presented as factual evidence, to do something about it.
Date of source: Thursday, March 8, 2007
Usāmah Haykal reports on the phenomenon of Islamophobia and the image of Islām in the West.
Date of source: Wednesday, February 11, 2004 to Tuesday, February 17, 2004
The issue of banning the veil as well as other religious symbols at French schools and public institutions is still discussed in Arabic press. Four articles about the issue were published in al-Aḥrār, Sawt al-Azhar, Asharq al-Awsat and al-Hayat.
Date of source: Wednesday, June 12, 2002
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Date of source: Saturday, December 30, 2006
A comment on what a Danish poll said about the Qur’ān being the second most wanted Christmas present in Denmark.
Date of source: Monday, December 11, 2006
The author comments on Pope Benedicts XVI’s controversial statement while making extreme statements about the nature of Islam.
Date of source: Monday, December 25, 2006
The author explains his viewpoint on the Arab-West relationship in light of the Vatican pope’s visit to Turkey.
Date of source: Thursday, December 14, 2006
Hāzim ‘Abduhlists a number of Muslim and non-Muslim thinkers and writers, whom he says have launched a vicious campaign against Islām in an attempt to undermine Islamic culture and values.