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A Pakistani-American scholar’s new book on the life and achievements of Caliph Ali
“I am the City of Knowledge and Ali is its Gate.” This saying is attributed to the Prophet of Islam (peace and blessings upon him). It not only immortalizes Ali but also captures his defining characteristic. Ali...July 24, 2021 764 0 -
New book “The Flying Man” spotlights the knowledge ethos of the Golden Age of Islam
The featured image shows an entrance to the Qalawun complex which had a Mansuri hospital in Cairo/Wikipedia Since the outbreak of COVID-19, one of the most commonly used medical terms has been quarantine, the practice of...March 26, 2021 3118 2 -
Pakistani-American scholar and founder of American Muslim Alliance Agha Saeed passes away
Pakistani-American scholar Dr. Agha Saeed, who devoted his life to amplifying the political voice of the American Muslim community, passed away in Monterey, California. Tributes poured in from academics, political activists, and leaders of Muslim organizations...February 20, 2021 760 0 -
Short film, Tikkun Olam, aims straight for the heart
Pakistani-American film director, Bob Ahmed (Babar Ahmed), who broke out with the 2014 movie, “Amka and the Three Golden Rules”, has created an evocative and relevant short film that tugs at your soul. You may be...February 12, 2021 2244 0 -
Pakistani-American doctor forgives $650,000 in debt his patients owed
A Pakistani-American doctor, who forgave more than half a million dollars in outstanding debts from nearly 200 patients, says his decision was partly driven by the hard times people are facing during the coronavirus outbreak. Dr...January 2, 2021 559 0 -
Pakistani-American scientist is the first woman to be dean of MIT’s School of Science
Nergis Mavalvala, a famed Pakistani-American astrophysicist, will be the new dean of the School of Science at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology from next month. She will be the first woman to serve as dean...August 18, 2020 9195 10 -
Imran Khan launches initiative to engage overseas Pakistani health professionals
The Imran Khan Government has launched a new initiative to encourage Pakistani expatriate health professionals’ voluntary participation toward improvement in the key health area, currently on the forefront of the fight against coronavirus. Named Pakistan Diaspora...April 26, 2020 945 0 -
For American Muslim Aisha Khan, distributing food in coronavirus crisis is ‘all about humanity’
The coronavirus outbreak has left millions living in fear since it began its devastating spread across the globe. The pandemic has brought all the social and economic activities to a halt but it has not caused...April 5, 2020 1841 1 -
Seeking hope in April renewal against coronavirus ravages
It’s April The season of cherry blossoms Suddenly appearing everywhere All around A riot of subtle pink, burgundy and purple And apple blossom white And their sweet smell Mingles with every kind of magnolia Butterfly, yellow...April 1, 2020 900 0 -
Sialkot-Lahore Motorway will lead to economic boon in Pakistan’s manufacturing hub – Entrepreneur
Sialkot-Lahore Motorway, opening to general traffic on March 30, will help speed up economic development of Pakistan, says Mossadaq Chughtai, a Pakistani-American entrepreneur with investments in the key manufacturing hub of the country. “The realization of this long-awaited project...March 8, 2020 2662 1