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World — July 2, 2014

Timeline of Political Strife in Egypt

From Mubarak to Morso to Sisi – The New York Times brings you a timeline of the last three years of political strife in Egypt. … [Read more...]

World — July 2, 2014

Pew Study: Muslims Hate Extremism, Too

A new Pew Research study finds that “concern about Islamic extremism is high among countries with substantial Muslim populations.” Muslims in the region have extremely negative opinions of extremist … [Read more...]

Business, Tech & Science, World — July 2, 2014

First Gazan Start-Up

Meet Mariam Abultewi -- the first female entrepreneur to own her own start-up in the Gaza Strip. … [Read more...]

Faith, Sports, World — July 2, 2014

Ramadan and The World Cup

This year’s Ramadan, which involves fasting and increased prayer, coincides with the second round of the World Cup. The New York Times takes you through how it has affected Muslim players and fans … [Read more...]

Women, World — July 1, 2014

Modern Woman and the Arranged Marriage

Modern in every way - with a master's degree and a good paying job - this 24 year-old Muslim wants an arranged marriage. A look inside her decision. … [Read more...]

World — July 1, 2014

Experts Long-Term View On Middle East

In this Atlantic panel discussion, leading experts weigh in on the current crises in the Middle East. … [Read more...]

Media & Entertainment, World — June 30, 2014

Female Middle Eastern Musicians Converse

A new generation of female musicians are hitting the airwaves in the Middle East; an interview with four of them hailing from Egypt and Israel. … [Read more...]

Women, World — June 30, 2014

A Look Inside World’s Largest College for Women

One of the world’s largest universities for women is located in, yes, Saudi Arabia! A look at the expansive 32 million square foot campus of Princess Nora Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU) located in … [Read more...]

World — June 28, 2014

Middle East Expert: Don’t Give Up on Arab Spring

Middle East expert Juan Cole tells us not to despair over the dramatic (and often heartbreaking) setbacks of the Arab Spring, reminding us that no one’s independence -- from the French Revolution to … [Read more...]

World — June 25, 2014

Afghanistan’s Own CSI

An extraordinary look inside Afghanistan's only forensics laboratory called the Criminal Techniques Department, which averages 300 new cases per month. … [Read more...]