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Author of racist anti-Palestinian book dies

Posted on January 7, 2015January 7, 2015 By rayhanania 3 Comments on Author of racist anti-Palestinian book dies
Author of racist anti-Palestinian book dies

Joan Peters (Joan Peters Caro nee Friedman), 78, the author of the infamous and viciously anti-Palestinian book “From Time Immemorial,” died this week, according to an announcement from a relative posted on Facebook. Click to view Obituary. The premise of the Peters book is that the Christian and Muslims who were forced to flee Palestine in…

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Activism, Bloggers, Commentary, Israel, Obits, Palestine & Jordan

Snow Storms Threatens Syrian Refugees

Posted on January 7, 2015January 7, 2015 By rayhanania No Comments on Snow Storms Threatens Syrian Refugees
Snow Storms Threatens Syrian Refugees

Severe weather may take lives among displaced in the Middle East. Storms, snow and freezing cold are threatening lives among exhausted Syrian refugees in the Middle East. Norwegian Refugee Council fears that the insufficient assistance may have fatal consequences for refugees and internally displaced from Lebanon to Northern Iraq. “Similar weather conditions two years ago led…

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Activism, Arab World, News, Press Releases, Spotlight, Syria

A virtual visit to the birthplace of Christianity, Bethlehem

Posted on December 30, 2014April 13, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on A virtual visit to the birthplace of Christianity, Bethlehem
A virtual visit to the birthplace of Christianity, Bethlehem

By Ray Hanania As a Christian, no city in the world means more to me than the “Little Town of Bethlehem.” I write about it often, mainly to remind American Christians — many of whom have forgotten the roots of their faith and therefore the spirit of their Christianity — that Bethlehem is a real…

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US Arab civil rights group offers condolences on NY police officer deaths

Posted on December 22, 2014 By rayhanania No Comments on US Arab civil rights group offers condolences on NY police officer deaths
US Arab civil rights group offers condolences on NY police officer deaths

Arab civil rights group expresses condolences on death of two New York police officers Embed from Getty Images The American Human Rights Council (AHRC) expresses its deep condolences to the New York City Police Department (NYPD) as well as to the families and loved ones of the two officers Wenjian Liu and Rafael Ramos who…

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Maksoud praises American Human Rights Council work

Posted on December 15, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Maksoud praises American Human Rights Council work

H.E. Dr. Clovis Maksoud issued the following Open Letter to the Dr. Opada Alzohaili, President of AHRC (American Human Rights Council): “Your inaugural meeting of AHRC’s mission constitutes an opportunity to widen the framework of commitment to human rights and hopefully human security. The Arab American community which worked very hard to ensure the human and civil…

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AHRC to hold its Meet & Greet Reception Thursday, Dec 4, 2014

Posted on December 3, 2014December 3, 2014 By rayhanania No Comments on AHRC to hold its Meet & Greet Reception Thursday, Dec 4, 2014
AHRC to hold its Meet & Greet Reception Thursday, Dec 4, 2014

AHRC to hold its Meet & Greet Reception tomorrow  Thursday- Dec 4, 2014 The American Human Rights Council (AHRC) will be holding its Meet & Greet Reception tomorrow Thursday, December 4, 2014 at 6:00PM. The Reception is by invitation only and will be held at Byblos Banquet Hall located at 7258 Chase Rd in Dearborn….

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Activism, American Arabs, Press Releases

iiGlobal hosts Jewelry show under patronage of Saudi King

Posted on November 9, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on iiGlobal hosts Jewelry show under patronage of Saudi King
iiGlobal hosts Jewelry show under patronage of Saudi King

3 Days of Exposition and Networking – One Stop Jewelry Source at Riyadh iiGlobal has recently announced its Royal collaboration for the upcoming show “Saudi Arabian Jewelry & Watch Show” (SJWS). The show is going to be held in Riyadh under the Official Royal Patronage of His Majesty the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques…

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APN to Netanyahu, Obama: Stop East Jerusalem Settlement Construction

Posted on November 3, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on APN to Netanyahu, Obama: Stop East Jerusalem Settlement Construction
APN to Netanyahu, Obama: Stop East Jerusalem Settlement Construction

Americans for Peace Now supports Israel’s Peace Now in condemning Netanyahu government’s expansion of settlements, issues statement Washington, DC – Americans for Peace Now (APN) joins its Israeli sister organization, Israel’s Peace Now movement, in strongly condemning the Israeli authorities’ decision to proceed with an East Jerusalem construction project that has triggered deep disapproval among…

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Loyola University effort to censor Arab students falters

Posted on November 3, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Loyola University effort to censor Arab students falters
Loyola University effort to censor Arab students falters

Loyola SJP found Responsible for 1 of 6 Charges, Sanctioned with Probation & Dialogue Training; Hillel Only Sanctioned with Administrative Training for Violating Similar Rules. On Friday evening, October 31, Loyola University- Chicago (LUC) released its decision regarding a number of disciplinary charges against Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP)-LUC, finding the group Not Responsible…

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Activism, American Arabs, News, Palestine & Jordan

Life Run Releases Wireless Technology Designed for Round-the-Clock Senior Safety

Posted on October 24, 2014October 24, 2014 By rayhanania No Comments on Life Run Releases Wireless Technology Designed for Round-the-Clock Senior Safety

Life Run Releases Wireless Technology Designed for Round-The-Clock Senior Safety LifeRun Releases a Wireless Technology Medical Alert System that allows the user to speak and listen through a pendant, giving way for round-the-clock senior safety and supervision. LifeRun’s new, innovative technology has come to light just in time for the vastly growing senior citizen population….

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Activism, American Arabs, Features, Health, Press Releases

Holy Christian Ecumenical Foundation forges coalition to Help Holy Land Christians

Posted on October 24, 2014October 24, 2014 By rayhanania No Comments on Holy Christian Ecumenical Foundation forges coalition to Help Holy Land Christians
Holy Christian Ecumenical Foundation forges coalition to Help Holy Land Christians

Holy Christian Ecumenical Foundation forges coalition to Help Holy Land Christians  (WASHINGTON, D.C., 10/23/14) – A group of American Muslim and Christian organizations today announced the formation of an interfaith coalition to protect Christians and other religious minorities in Arab countries and to promote peaceful coexistence. Leaders of major Muslim and Christian organizations, religious leaders…

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Activism, American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Israel, News, Palestine & Jordan, Press Releases, religion

Podcast: Jewish Voice for Peace activist Seth Morrison on peace

Posted on October 13, 2014October 2, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Podcast: Jewish Voice for Peace activist Seth Morrison on peace
Podcast: Jewish Voice for Peace activist Seth Morrison on peace

Podcast: Jewish Voice for Peace activist Seth Morrison on peace Seth Morrison of Jewish Voice for Peace talks about the challenges facing the movement to bring peace to Palestine and Israel through compromise during an interview Friday, Oct. 10, 2014 on Talk of the Town Radio on WCEV 1450 AM radio and www.YahalaVoice.com. Morrison explains…

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Activism, American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Israel, Palestine & Jordan, Podcast, Press Releases, Ray Hanania

BDS Protestors confront Israeli Shipping line in Tampa

Posted on October 12, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on BDS Protestors confront Israeli Shipping line in Tampa
BDS Protestors confront Israeli Shipping line in Tampa

BDS protestors confront Israeli shipping line in Tampa The following is a write up of the Block the Boat Tampa picket and protest which was held in the morning hours of October 11th at the Port of Tampa against the ZIM ship, Alabama. At 5:30 am, activists, community organizers, local labor union members and representatives…

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Activism, American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Israel, News, Palestine & Jordan, Spotlight

Hundreds of Israeli public figures urge British Parliament to recognize the State of Palestine

Posted on October 12, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania 3 Comments on Hundreds of Israeli public figures urge British Parliament to recognize the State of Palestine
Hundreds of Israeli public figures urge British Parliament to recognize the State of Palestine

Hundreds of Israeli public figures urge British Parliament to recognize the State of Palestine Gush Shalom, Israel. Press Release, October 13, 2014 Embed from Getty Images 363 Israeli public figures have signed a letter to the Members of the British Parliament, calling upon them to vote in favor of British recognition of a Palestinian State, to be…

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Activism, Arab World, Israel, News, Palestine & Jordan, Press Releases

Hanania releases new book on PoweR PR strategies for Minorities

Posted on October 9, 2014October 2, 2018 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Hanania releases new book on PoweR PR strategies for Minorities
Hanania releases new book on PoweR PR strategies for Minorities

Hanania publishes new book, PoweR PR, offering communications strategies for Minorities Veteran syndicated columnist and former award winning Chicago City Hall political reporter Ray Hanania released his newest book this week called “PoweR PR: Ethnic Activist’s Guide to Strategic Communications & challenging the biased Mainstream Media” intended to help minorities and ethnic groups that have been marginalized and excluded from the “Biased Mainstream…

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Activism, American Arabs, Business, Journalism, News, News Media, Press Releases, Ray Hanania

PLO Ashrawi urges Britain to recognize Palestine State

Posted on October 9, 2014October 9, 2014 By rayhanania No Comments on PLO Ashrawi urges Britain to recognize Palestine State
PLO Ashrawi urges Britain to recognize Palestine State

PLO Ashrawi urges Britain to recognize Palestine State A few days ahead of the British parliamentary vote on the recognition of the State of Palestine, PLO Executive Committee member, Dr. Hanan Ashrawi, met with correspondents from British media outlets in Palestine to reiterate the official call of the PLO for all states to recognize the…

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Activism, Arab World, Israel, News, Palestine & Jordan, Press Releases

AHRC expresses serious concern regarding case of Palestinian-American activist Rasmea Odeh

Posted on October 7, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania 2 Comments on AHRC expresses serious concern regarding case of Palestinian-American activist Rasmea Odeh

AHRC expresses serious concern regarding case of Palestinian-American activist Rasmea Odeh The American Human Rights Council (AHRC)  expresses its serious concern regarding the government proceedings against Ms. Rasmea Odeh, a long- time Arab- American community activist. Ms Odeh is a well known and well respected Arab American leader and activist  who served the community in…

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Activism, American Arabs, Press Releases, Spotlight

Hanan Ashrawi & Archbishop Atallah Hanna headline HCEF 16th Annual Conference

Posted on October 6, 2014April 29, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Hanan Ashrawi & Archbishop Atallah Hanna headline HCEF 16th Annual Conference
Hanan Ashrawi & Archbishop Atallah Hanna headline HCEF 16th Annual Conference

Hanan Ashrawi & Archbishop Atallah Hanna headline HCEF 16th Annual Conference Full Program of Events has been finalized!!! You are all invited to register for the Conference & Awards Banquet! The Holy Land Christian Ecumenical Foundation is proud to share the complete program for the 16th international Conference! We are optimistic that 16th International Conference: “Together in Faith for the Common Good” will…

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