After almost 20 years as a Muslim, I have arrived at some conclusions that put me at odds with the community. 1. I do not believe the hijab is necessary. It is a cultural affection of the Arabs that evolved…
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I’m not a pious Muslim by any means but even I cannot take this……who in their right mind would claim that Prophet Muhammad liked eating lasagna?! There are so many ways to market your food. You don’t have to resort…
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ISTANBUL — On June 29, Turkey’s 12th Gay Pride Parade was held on Istanbul’s crowded Istiklal Avenue. Thousands marched joyfully carrying rainbow flags until the police began dispersing them with water cannons. The authorities, as has become their custom since…
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