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“Professors Give Post-Sunset Exams for Fasting Muslim Students”
From Seattle Times by Scott Greenstone Finals at University of Washington have occurred during the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims fast during the day. Some professors at the Bothell campus are keeping their doors open until midnight to allow … Continue reading
COMEDY CENTRAL VIDEO: “Muslim Comedian on Ramadan”
From Comedy Central Your mind goes to crazy places when you’re fasting every day. Welcome to Ahamed Weinberg’s Ramadan Diary. Watch Comedy Central Video Here: Ahamed’s Ramadan Diary Your mind goes to crazy places when you’re fasting every day. Welcome … Continue reading
CBS VIDEO: “Muslims & Latinos Share Tacos in Ramadan”
From CBS Evening News Latinos and Muslims were two groups constantly persecuted by Donald Trump while on the campaign trail. In one Southern California community, they’re trying to get to know one another by sharing tacos at the end of … Continue reading
“Whole Foods Market Brings Ramadan Food to Life”
Disclosure: I have a partnership with Whole Foods Market, but all words and opinions are my own in this article. Many Americans might be surprised to learn that eating is one of the things millions of people look forward to … Continue reading
“Europe’s Top Rabbi Calls for Solidarity with Muslims”
From The Guardian (UK) Jews and Muslims in Europe have a common cause in resisting attacks on minority religions and defending religious freedom, Europe’s top rabbi has said. Speaking on the eve of Passover, which begins on Monday, chief rabbi … Continue reading
“Penn Hospital’s 1st Female Neurosurgeon is Muslim Mother of 4 Kids”
From PhillyVoice.com Dr. Zarina Ali loves the exhilaration she feels when scrubbing into brain or spine surgery knowing she has a chance to make a big difference in life and death situations for her patients. Even with the long hours … Continue reading
“American Muslim Surgeon Awarded Ellis Island Medal of Honor”
From Dawn.com A Pakistani-American trauma surgeon in the United States has been awarded one of the country’s most prestigious awards for immigrants — the Ellis Island Medal of Honour — in recognition for his expertise in the field and his … Continue reading
“Meet American Muslim Chef Tackling Food Cultural Appropriation”
From Teen Vogue by Mona Khalifeh In celebration of Muslim Women’s Day on March 27, Teen Vogue is highlighting the real stories of Muslim women. Abeer Najjar is a South Side Chicagoan, Palestinian, Muslim, Chef. Abeer is American. She is … Continue reading
TEEN VOGUE: “3 Muslim Women in STEM Fields You Should Know”
From Teen Vogue In celebration of Muslim Women’s Day on March 27, Teen Vogue is highlighting the real stories of Muslim women. It’s Muslim Women’s Day, a day to celebrate the accomplishments of Muslim women around the country and around … Continue reading
“Muslim Women Stand in Solidarity with London Attack Victims”
From The Daily Mail (UK) Muslim women stood hand-in-hand with others on Westminster Bridge in a show of solidarity with the victims of Wednesday’s terror attack. A group of women, who said they were wearing blue as a symbol of … Continue reading
