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AHRC welcomes the 26th Global Report on Fighting Impunity The American Human rights Council (AHRC) welcomes the publishing of the 26 Global Report on Fighting Impunity prepared by International Rehabilitation Center that was released on Monday September 29, 2014. The UN General Assembly proclaimed June 26 as the annual “International Day in Support of Victims…
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AAI launches voter drive in conjunction with National Voter Registration Day Organizations in key states will participate in the Arab American Institute’s Yalla Vote campaign in conjunction with National Voter Registration Day on September 23 to register voters and engage the public on issues important to our community. AAI Executive Director Maya Berry, says American…
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Kuwait Donates $1 Million to ANERA to help Palestinian Children ANERA (American Near East Refugee Aid) is pleased to announce a donation of $1 million from the government of Kuwait to fund ANERA’s work with Palestinian communities. The generous contribution enables ANERA to support a range of significant projects serving Palestinian communities in the West Bank…
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Shishapresso: It’s all in your head “With its unique capsules, Shishapresso is an easier way to enjoy your hookah experience.” NEW YORK, New York – Shishapresso®, has worked hard to create this unique and innovative solution which eliminates the mess and hassle involved with the preparation of a Shisha. The Shishapresso® capsule is filled with…
AHRC Condemns the brutal killing of British aid worker David Haines by ISIS [Michigan- September 17, 2014]: The American human Rights Council (AHRC) strongly condemns the brutal killing of David Haines, the British aid worker who was held hostage since March 2013 by the Islamic State (IS) terrorist group. The group is also known as…
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H.E. Dr. Hanan Ashrawi to Receive the 2014 HCEF Path of Peace Award Her Excellency Dr. Hanan Ashrawi, Member of the Executive Committee of the Palestinian Liberation Organization, will receive the 2014 HCEF Path of Peace Award on Friday, October 17, 2014 at the HCEF Awards Banquet, held in conjunction with the 16th International Conference,…
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Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act set to expire International Terrorism remains a continued risk 13 years since Sept. 11 The year-end expiration of the federal Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act (TRIPRA), and its uncertain future, is creating capacity and pricing issues for terrorism insurance buyers, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). “The…
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International Human Rights groups argue proposed Arab Court for Human Rights needs more work On 31 August, 17 regional and international human rights organizations sent a joint statement to Arab foreign ministers, urging them to delay their adoption of a statute on an Arab Court for Human Rights. The foreign ministers are scheduled –according to the Secretary…
American Human Rights Council commemorates 13th anniversary of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks The American Human Rights Council (AHRC) joins the nation and peace- loving people worldwide in commemorating the 13th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on our nation. Congress declared September 11 Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, commonly…
Campaign to nominate Emir of Kuwait for Nobel Peace Prize By Ali Younes A group of young Kuwaitis are working to nominate the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmed Al Sabah for the Nobel Peace prize next year for his work in promoting peace, charity and understandings among the nations. On Tuesday UN Secretary General…
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Pro-Palestinian group publishes ads challenging Israeli Apartheid practices Ads Against Apartheid runs ad highlighting Israeli theft of Palestinian land in Boston’s Metro newspaper Boston, MA – Ads Against Apartheid, a Boston-based education and advocacy organization, published an advertisement Boston’s Metro newspaper this week. The advertisement highlighted Israel’s decision to expropriate almost 1000 acres of land…
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BDS protests against Israeli Apartheid in Houston planned Saturday Sept. 6 Houstonians Are Invited to Join the Worldwide Movement to Save Palestine: Educational Gathering on Boycotts, Divestments, and Sanctions (BDS) Against Israeli Apartheid This Saturday The community will gather to spread awareness about the worldwide Boycotts, Divestments, and Sanctions (BDS) Movement, which calls for conscious…
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Sami Yusuf to perform in the Washington DC area Sami Yusuf, British Muslim superstar, performs worldwide to sellout crowds. His heavenly voice and his world music sound with a Middle Eastern flourish, has caused his fans to buy over 35 million albums and his FaceBook page to have 6 million followers. Many of his songs (in English,…
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Save the Children urges end to Gaza blockade Save the Children welcomes with relief the much-needed ceasefire agreement between the Israeli government and Palestinian representatives. We hope this will be sustained and ensure the well-being of children in Gaza and Israel. Over the last seven weeks, an average of 12 children were killed and 77 were injured every…
Obituary: US Astronaut who placed satellite for Arab League dies Former NASA astronaut Steven R. Nagel, who served as a mission specialist on his first space shuttle flight, pilot on his second and commanded his final two, died Aug. 21 after a long illness. He was 67 years old. After his last shuttle flight, Nagel became deputy director…
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Burj Al Arab Presents ‘Best of the Burj’ Signature Dream Experience A tribute to 15 years of world class luxury To celebrate its 15 years, Burj Al Arab, the World’s Most Luxurious Hotel, has unveiled its ‘Best of the Burj’ – a special offer that includes Rolls-Royce Phantom pick-up, a luxurious suite, six-course degustation dinner…
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Deir Yassin Remembered recites names of murdered Gazans By Ray Hanania More than 2,100 Palestinians have been murdered by Israeli war crimes in the Gaza Strip since the Israeli military assault was launched on July 8. The vast majority are civilians and were intentionally targeted by Israeli soldiers and missile strikes, a common practice that…
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Chicago Sister Cities International Awarded Best Overall Sister City Program Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI) received Sister Cities International’s (SCI) 2014 Best Overall Program Award for a city with a population more than 500,001 at the SCI 58th Annual Conference in San Jose, California this month. The 2014 SCI Best Overall Program Award recognizes sister…
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