Middle East economies have improved recently as global oil prices have rebounded from previous lows and there are signs of a recovery in the world economy, the International Monetary Fund said on Thursday. In its latest World Economic Outlook, the IMF raised next year’s growth estimate for the region to 4.2 percent from a July … Continued
Fifty-one percent of Israel’s Arabs do not believe peace between Israel and the Palestinians will ever be reached, according to a survey conducted by the Saban Center for Middle East Policy. The poll, published Thursday, showed that 34% of Israeli-Arabs believe that while peace is possible, it is still a long way off. Only 11% … Continued
After complaints raised by a Muslim group, the school district in Roseville said today it made a mistake when permission slips were distributed to elementary school students that would allow them to attend Bible classes in a Baptist church. “It appears we made a mistake,” said Michael LaFeve, assistant superintendent for Roseville Community Schools. “We … Continued
Arab countries have stepped up efforts to combat swine flu ahead of the hajj, fearing the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca could provoke outbreaks despite reassurances from Saudi Arabia. Some two million foreigners and possibly as many Saudis are expected to descend on Mecca and Medina for the hajj, which takes place in the middle … Continued
The developer building the world’s tallest skyscraper in Dubai says cladding work on the shiny silver-colored tower’s outside is complete. Completion of the aluminum and glass facade marks a key milestone for Emaar Properties, which is racing to meet a self-imposed deadline to have the Burj Dubai complete by the end of the year. By … Continued
With little progress on Immigration reform among lawmakers, the nationwide debate has entered a new space: museums. A network of U.S. museums launched a program Wednesday in Chicago that aims to grapple with tough questions on Immigration, including who should have access to health care, how borders should be controlled, and issues of citizenship and … Continued
On September 19th, Lebanese American Rima Fakih made history when she became the newest titleholder of Miss Michigan USA. She is the first Arab American to hold such a title. Judges selected Fakih amongst a group of 40 competitors based on a series of three major categories: personal interview, swimsuit/fitness, and evening gown. As the … Continued
From May to September, the Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP) granted $101,125 to Arab American organizations across the country through 30 individual Donor-Advised Funds housed at CAAP. The Donor-Advised Funds were established by individual donors and matched 75 cents for every dollar with funds from the Cultures of Giving Fund, established at the Rockefeller … Continued
The film Amreeka is back in Michigan at the Maple Art Theatre, 4135 W. Maple Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48301. The movie is showing daily at 2:15, 4:15, and 7:00. Friday at 2:15pm, 4:15pm and 7:30pm.10:00pm, Saturday at 12:20, 2:30, 4:45, 7:30 and 10:00 and Sunday at 12:20, 2:30, 4:45, and 7:30. Tickets are available … Continued
The Jerusalem Fund Gallery presents…Palestine Lost Stereopticon Images of Palestine from the Early 1900’s, through November 13, 2009. Stereopticon images, or lantern slides, became popular in the late 1800’s as a way for armchair travelers to experience faraway places. Viewed through an image merging device, the dual photographs become three-dimensional, resulting in a realistic, you … Continued
The Arab American Institute hosted its 21st annual Virginia Candidates Night on Sunday in Tysons Corner, Va. Guest speakers included Republican Congressman Charles Boustany of Louisiana, and Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds, whose son is studying Arabic at college. In Virginia, candidates for statewide and local offices are courting the state’s nearly 50,000 Arab … Continued
A group of American Muslims gathered outside the United States Capitol to denounce terrorism and promote the “true Islam” of peace during the third annual Muslim Peace March, press reports said on Monday. Imam Islam Mossaad, leader of the North Austin Muslim Community Center, spoke Sunday morning on the steps of the state Capitol about … Continued
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