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Author of new book ‘Gems and Jewels’ sheds light on Pakistan’s diversity
This year I am fortunate to have the opportunity to take the inaugural course titled Pakistan and the Region introduced and led by Ambassador Akbar Ahmed, former Pakistani High Commissioner and Ibn Khaldun Chair of Islamic...March 1, 2020 2825 0 -
U.S., Taliban sign peace deal towards withdrawal of American forces, end to conflict
Nearly two decades after the United States invaded Afghanistan – following the 9/11 terror attacks – the U.S. and Taliban have signed an agreement that would allow a full withdrawal of American forces within 14 months...February 29, 2020 857 0 -
Let’s not forget common sense in our defense against coronavirus offense
We are living in a world facing a strange kind of seemingly unstoppable challenge – some would say it’s very much a biological warfare from the pages of a fiction book. The coronavirus has no boundaries...February 29, 2020 935 0 -
U.S. Commission on Religious Freedom condemns Delhi violence; asks India to protect Muslims
The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) expresses grave concern over the ongoing violence taking place in Delhi, India’s capital city. As President Donald Trump’s inaugural visit to India winds down, northeastern Delhi has...February 27, 2020 1175 0 -
World is watching: U.S. Congresswoman Jayapal as communal violence targets Indian Muslims
U.S. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal has lambasted rising religious intolerance in India as she reacted to loss of lives in communal violence targeting Muslims in New Delhi. “This deadly surge of religious intolerance in India is horrifying,”...February 26, 2020 683 0 -
How Sanders is firing up Democratic voters with a multi-generational, multi-racial coalition
The Democratic party appears to be heading into an unprecedented evolutionary phase and Senator Bernie Sanders is driving the movement for such transition. Soon after his convincing victory in diversity-rich Nevada, the Vermont threw light on...February 23, 2020 770 0 -
Amid Afghan peace hopes, UN reminds of human cost of the war – 10,000 lives for 6th year in a row
In a telling reminder of the human cost of the Afghan war, the United Nations Saturday said the conflict claimed more than 10,000 civilian lives for sixth successive year and urged all parties to renounce violence...February 22, 2020 617 0 -
Trump expected to raise Kashmir, religious freedom issues during India visit
President Donald Trump is expected to discuss a range of issues – from trade and investment to Kashmir and citizenship amendment act – during his meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his first visit to...February 22, 2020 739 0 -
American Muslim political body Emgage endorses Bernie Sanders
Emgage, one of the largest American Muslim political organizations, has endorsed Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders, citing his inclusive campaign and commitment to equality of all citizens. “More than any other presidential candidate, Senator Sanders has built...February 21, 2020 946 0 -
No more trade, climate uncertainties amid coronavirus outbreak please!
As death toll from coronavirus moves past 2000, the International Monetary Bank chief has described it as the most pressing uncertainty that could impact economic recovery, the International Monetary Fund chief says. “The coronavirus is our...February 19, 2020 1840 0