SPOTLIGHT ON: Saudi Game Culture
In Saudi Arabia's restrictive environment, there are no movie theatres or concert venues as these forms of entertainment are forbidden. And yes, the young folk (which is the majority of the … [Read more...]
About the MOST Story Bank ...
The MOST Story Bank is a live archive of stories on the most current events, people and cultural perspectives of Muslims in America and around the world. With writers in mind, MOST carefully selects story-driven news from the most reputable published sources.
In Pakistan, ‘Oasis of Tolerance’ Sits High On a Mountain Top
Some say it was the inspiration for Shangri-La in James Hilton’s famous novel “Lost Horizon” but by all accounts Karimabad, in the Hunza Valley, is said to be one of the most idyllic spots in … [Read more...]
Aftermath of Yemen’s Civil War In Pictures
In this photo-essay, photo-journalist Narciso Contreras captures the ongoing civil-war in Yemen where more than 4,000 people have been killed and nearly 20,000 injured in just four months. In the … [Read more...]
School For Syrian Refugees Offers Hope and Education
According to a recent UNICEF study, 2.6 million Syrian children have not attended school for three years or more, but despite this disheartening report, there are a few success stories and Al Salam … [Read more...]
Syrian Refugee Crisis Said To Be Affecting Greece Tourism
BBC takes a look at the Syrian refugees who are setting up temporary shelters (i.e. tents) in the Greek island of Kos, known as a travel destination. The story shows both sides of the issues – the … [Read more...]
SPOTLIGHT ON: Muslim Artist Noor Al-Mosawi
Photographer Noor Al-Mosawi’s newest work is a series of self-portraits, each matched with an inspirational quote from writer Mark Gonzales. "This series is about self-care, about finding a grounding, … [Read more...]
Women’s Rights Activist Says Islam Is Not Want Holds Women Back
In this op-ed, women’s rights activist Shahnaz Taplin-Chinoy makes the excellent point that Islam has always provided excellent female role models – from the Prophet’s first wife, Khadijah, who was a … [Read more...]
SHE Now Pronounces You Man & Wife
In the Palestinian territory of Ramallah, Tahrir Hamad is being hailed as the first and (so far) only female appointed as a "mazouna" - a Muslim official who officiates marriages and divorces. Ms. … [Read more...]
All Aboard, First “Muslim-Friendly” Cruise
Aiming to tap into the $145 billion global halal tourism market, Fusion Tours has just announced the first halal cruise in September, which starts in Turkey and cruises to neighboring Greece. “It … [Read more...]
Beirut’s Silicon Valley
Beirut is said to be gearing up to be a major player for tech startups in the Middle East. Experts say the city has many of the key elements needed in tech: a highly entrepreneurial culture, … [Read more...]
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