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Civilians killed in Syria everyday without consequence

Posted on August 21, 2019August 21, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Civilians killed in Syria everyday without consequence
Civilians killed in Syria everyday without consequence

Civilians killed in Syria everyday without consequence More than 800 Syrian civilians have been killed by government air strikes, but the news media only wants to focus on its political agenda, criticizing Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states in their war against Houthi rebels. Below is a report on recent killings in Syria by UOSSM…

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Findley, champion of justice and Palestinian rights, dies

Posted on August 14, 2019August 14, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Findley, champion of justice and Palestinian rights, dies
Findley, champion of justice and Palestinian rights, dies

Findley, champion of justice and Palestinian rights, dies A powerful champion of Palestinian rights, Paul Findley, was laid to rest on August 9, 2019 in his hometown of Jacksonville, Illinois where he launched his successful 11-term, 22 year congressional career in the U.S. Congress, until he was toppled by pro-Israel funded challenger Dick Durbin in…

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Marie Newman names Arab American as campaign chairwoman

Posted on August 9, 2019August 9, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Marie Newman names Arab American as campaign chairwoman
Marie Newman names Arab American as campaign chairwoman

Marie Newman names Arab American as campaign chairwoman Longtime Suburban Chicagoland community activist Shadin Maali was named as the Campaign Chairwoman for Marie Newman who is a candidate for the 3rd DIstrict Congressional seat held by Dan Lipinski. Maali’s appointment underscores Newman’s commitment to the district’s large Arab American population and community in general. Marie…

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Tiki-Taka Viva Algeria: Yes, [we] CAN 19 

Posted on July 20, 2019July 20, 2019 By Abdennour Toumi No Comments on Tiki-Taka Viva Algeria: Yes, [we] CAN 19 
Tiki-Taka Viva Algeria: Yes, [we] CAN 19 

Tiki-Taka Viva Algeria: Yes, [we] CAN 19  After winning the second coupe d’Afrique, people should think how to build with the Military, the politicians and the elite the second republic. By Abdennour Toumi  Last night all Algerian cities of the 48 Provinces so that the main French suburb large cities where Algerian community resides went…

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Tlaib trades barbs with Democrats over criticism of Israel

Posted on July 14, 2019July 14, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Tlaib trades barbs with Democrats over criticism of Israel
Tlaib trades barbs with Democrats over criticism of Israel

Tlaib trades barbs with Democrats over criticism of Israel While Progressive Democratic Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar have been battling with the President Donald Trump and the extremism of several leading Republicans, the duo have also come under attack from prominent Democrats, too, proving that when it comes to Israel’s war crimes and human…

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Census and (lack of) Sensibility in the way nation’s manipulate population data

Posted on June 19, 2019June 19, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Census and (lack of) Sensibility in the way nation’s manipulate population data
Census and (lack of) Sensibility in the way nation’s manipulate population data

Census and (lack of) Sensibility in the way nation’s manipulate population data Governments around the world manipulate their Census data on populations in order to undermine minority rights and strengthen government abuses against minorities. In the United States, the government has used the Census for decades as a means of suppressing the actual numbers of…

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Who was better for Palestinians, Trump, Bush or Obama?

Posted on May 29, 2019May 29, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Who was better for Palestinians, Trump, Bush or Obama?
Who was better for Palestinians, Trump, Bush or Obama?

Who was better for Palestinians, Trump, Bush or Obama? Much is made of how President Obama was a “Muslim,” a myth perpetrated by his middle name being Hussein, and how he was a good president for Palestinians and peace. But when you look at the consequences of his term in office, you have to wonder…

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Tucker Carlson, Jeanine Pirro and Apologies on The Arab Street Radio Friday March 15

Posted on March 13, 2019March 15, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Tucker Carlson, Jeanine Pirro and Apologies on The Arab Street Radio Friday March 15
Tucker Carlson, Jeanine Pirro and Apologies on The Arab Street Radio Friday March 15

Tucker Carlson, Jeanine Pirro and Apologies on The Arab Street Radio Friday March 15 Sorry folks … this interview has been rescheduled, hopefully for the following Friday March 22. We will post a notice. Daoud is traveling and won’t be able to make the call. However, tune in to the radio show. We’ll be talking…

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Saudi Arabia appoints Fahad Nazer as new spokesman

Posted on January 23, 2019January 23, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Saudi Arabia appoints Fahad Nazer as new spokesman
Saudi Arabia appoints Fahad Nazer as new spokesman

Saudi Arabia appoints Fahad Nazer as new spokesman The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Appoints Fahad Nazer as Official Spokesperson​ The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C., has appointed Mr. Fahad Nazer as its new Official Spokesperson. Nazer replaces Ms. Fatimah Baeshen, who served in the role since September…

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The Islamic Republic of Iran: Forty Years Later

Posted on January 19, 2019January 20, 2019 By Abdennour Toumi 1 Comment on The Islamic Republic of Iran: Forty Years Later
The Islamic Republic of Iran: Forty Years Later

The Islamic Republic of Iran: Forty Years Later Forty years later, neither the tears of the Arab regimes nor the rise of Israeli alarms have stopped the expansion of Iran’s nuclear program and hegemony in the region. By Abdennour Toumi  With the Iraqi quagmire, the Syrian imbroglio, and the Afghanistan cul-de-sac, the U.S. and the…

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Rahma Relief fundraising dinner for Yemen

Posted on December 18, 2018December 19, 2018 By Saba Ibraheem No Comments on Rahma Relief fundraising dinner for Yemen
Rahma Relief fundraising dinner for Yemen

Rahma Relief fundraising dinner for Yemen By Saba Ibraheem Imagine coming home not being able to feed your kids. Imagine not even having food for yourself. Imagine that your child is dying in front of your eyes and can’t do anything to help. This is not just a story; this a reality that many people…

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“Arabs and Muslims in the Media” New class at University of Michigan, Dearborn

Posted on December 3, 2018December 5, 2018 By Saba Ibraheem No Comments on “Arabs and Muslims in the Media” New class at University of Michigan, Dearborn
“Arabs and Muslims in the Media” New class at University of Michigan, Dearborn

“Arabs and Muslims in the Media” New class at University of Michigan, Dearborn Arab American professor Dr. Hani Bawadi blames the U.S. Media for the false images of Arabs and Muslims that are projected in Western countries like America. He’ll be teaching a new class at the University of Michigan on the media, Arabs and…

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Union Activism is Politics in French parliament election

Posted on November 21, 2018November 21, 2018 By Abdennour Toumi 1 Comment on Union Activism is Politics in French parliament election
Union Activism is Politics in French parliament election

Union Activism is Politics in French parliament election City Council Amrani is becoming known for going where no Arab-Muslim woman has gone before, challenging the establishment and the media, fighting to get to the French Parliament. By Abdennour Toumi Council Farida Amrani, a leading-edge Arab-Muslim woman, is the new face of la France insoumise (LFI)…

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Life for Relief distributes meals for Thanksgiving

Posted on November 19, 2018November 19, 2018 By Saba Ibraheem No Comments on Life for Relief distributes meals for Thanksgiving
Life for Relief distributes meals for Thanksgiving

Life for Relief distributes meals for Thanksgiving Life For Relief & Development distributes Thanksgiving meals at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries By Saba Ibraheem Life For Relief & Development, a Muslim American Charity, joined the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries to collect and distribute Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of families in the Greater Detroit Region. The mission…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Editors Picks, Features, mainstream, News

Hate Crimes Continue to Surge in America

Posted on November 13, 2018November 13, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Hate Crimes Continue to Surge in America
Hate Crimes Continue to Surge in America

Hate Crimes Continue to Surge in America Underreporting Remains Significant Problem in FBI’s Annual Statistics The Arab American Institute expressed concern and disappointment with the release of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) 2017 hate crime statistics. As expected, hate crime surged yet again in 2017. However, the data contained some glaring omissions, including three…

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Rahma Relief Foundation raising money for Yemen in Tawheed Center

Posted on November 11, 2018November 19, 2018 By Saba Ibraheem No Comments on Rahma Relief Foundation raising money for Yemen in Tawheed Center
Rahma Relief Foundation raising money for Yemen in Tawheed Center

Rahma Relief Foundation raising money for Yemen in Tawheed Center By Saba Ibraheem “Humanity work is not something to get a salary from; we started this organization with passion,” Dr. Shadi Zaza, the co-founder and CEO of Rahma Relief Foundation said. On Oct. 10, 2018, tens of people attended the fundraising event that was held…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Editors Picks, immigrants, mainstream, Middle East, News, refugees

Arab Radio: Aftermath of November 6 election on Arab Americans

Posted on November 8, 2018March 30, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Radio: Aftermath of November 6 election on Arab Americans
Arab Radio: Aftermath of November 6 election on Arab Americans

Arab Radio: Aftermath of November 6 election on Arab Americans Radio host Ray Hanania will discuss the aftermath of the November 6, 2018 on Tuesday on the Arab Americans. How will the national election results impact Arab and Muslim Americans.  Who are some of the Arab American candidates who won election? To listen to the…

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Peace Now advocates film on Palestinian children healthcare needs

Posted on October 29, 2018October 29, 2018 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Peace Now advocates film on Palestinian children healthcare needs
Peace Now advocates film on Palestinian children healthcare needs

Peace Now advocates film on Palestinian children healthcare needs Americans for Peace Now is urging the public to help support a documentary that details how Palestinian doctors are receiving support from Israeli doctors to provide health care, especially for children with heart ailments. A Crowdfunding campaign has been launched to complete the film which has…

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