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American Muslim hip hop: a cultural conversation
It is not well known in American mainstream culture, but some of the most famous African-American musicians are Muslim. They include numerous hip-hop stars such as Ice Cube, Lupe Fiasco, Mos Def, and T-Pain. The close...Oct 8, 2018 1920 0 -
Candidate Forum spotlights vital role immigrants play in Virginia’s development
With 2018 elections stakes running high, Democratic and Republican candidates for U.S. Congress pitched their platforms to a diverse gathering at the Candidate Forum, which emanated a timely reminder on the enormous contributions of Virginia immigrants....Oct 5, 2018 13621 0 -
Imran Khan joins UN Circle of Leadership on prevention of sexual exploitation
Prime Minister Imran Khan has joined other world leaders to align with the UN Secretary-General’s “Circle of Leadership” on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse in United Nations peace operations. According to the UN, the...Oct 4, 2018 1231 0 -
Election 2018: Voter enthusiasm for midterms at highest level in two decades
U.S. Capitol, Image Credit: Martin Falbisoner/Wikimedia Commons Just weeks away, the November 6 election for Congress is shaping up to be one of the most intensely fought midterm polls as political enthusiasm has reached at its...Sep 29, 2018 1091 1 -
U.S. has always benefitted from partnership with Pakistan; should not lose old ally
Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi Friday said he is the United States to reconnect with Washington, arguing that the U.S. should not lose its old ally even as it fortifies its relations with South Asian rival...Sep 28, 2018 1180 0 -
Facebook security breach affects 50 million users
Image shows Facebook at Ad.Tech London 2010 Credit: Derzsi Elekes Andor / Wikimedia Commons A security breach affected accounts of 50 million Facebook users, the social media giant said Friday while stating that it was not...Sep 28, 2018 976 0 -
Democratic Tim Kaine gets Republican stalwart John Warner’s endorsement
Democratic Tim Kaine, seeking a re-election in 2018 vote vs GOP’s Corey Stewart, got a huge boost for his campaign Wednesday when former senator and Republican stalwart John Warner endorsed Kaine, praising the candidate’s credentials and...Sep 26, 2018 1018 0 -
After meeting Trump FM Qureshi says U.S. leader positive on rebuilding US-Pakistan ties
Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said on Monday he had met briefly with President Donald Trump at a reception the U.S. leader held for the world leaders attending the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly....Sep 25, 2018 949 0 -
Trump rejects globalism; says standing up for America
Amid growing concerns over the future of multilateral approach to addressing world issues, President Donald Trump mounted a strong opposition to the “ideology of globalism” arguing instead for expression of national sovereignty and need for countries...Sep 25, 2018 1177 0 -
Why I dedicated my book on Islam to AU researcher Frankie Martin
When I launched my new book Journey into Europe: Islam, Immigration, and Identity about Islam in Europe at SOAS in London earlier this summer, the renowned political theorist Lord Bhikhu Parekh chaired the session. Lord Parekh was a...Sep 24, 2018 1835 0