It’s rather unfair that Muslims have been labeled “terrorists” and “extremists” by the West. While those in the non-Islamic countries, particularly in America and Europe, settle for a cursory “hi”
The Haj is a logistical nightmare! Think about it. Strangers flooding into the desert on a very special journey, almost definitely for just this one time in their lives, trying to perform an
Middle Eastern tradition is particularly kind to guests. Those who visit any house in the region can expect the host to be gracious and welcoming, and make a point of looking after the guest.
“I’m excited — and I ain’t even Muslim!” Jim had a big grin on his face as he bellowed that thought at me in his Deep South-flavored American accent. A flight attendant paused just beside
JEDDAH, 19 January 2005 — An educational revolution is taking place in India. Increasingly, madrasas that confined themselves to religious education have moved to acquire licenses for technical and
JEDDAH, 16 January 2005 — Many people like to wake up to the aroma of fresh coffee, but East Jeddah residents who live downwind of the animal market get a whiff of something far less pleasant than... Full Story
I was standing in line at a check-out counter the other day when I slowly came to the realization that although the queue seemed to be progressing I decidedly wasn’t. The reason was simple. Although
MANAMA, 14 January 2005 — Work has started on Bahrain’s first feature film for children, which is expected to hit the big screen by next summer. Habbab Wa Keelab Al Sahir (Habbab and the Sorcerer’s
