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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.

Culture and Lifestyle, World — February 11, 2015

In Palestine, Relationships Torn Apart

New York Times presents a global take on the ‘star crossed lovers’ trope examining relationships in Palestine where one person lives in the West Bank, and the other in Gaza. Israel forbids … [Read more...]

Faith, World — February 11, 2015

Religious Scholar on ISIS and Faith (Or Lack Thereof…)

It’s on both the Muslim community and non-Muslim’s minds – how do extremists, such as ISIS, fit their violent agenda within the framework of their supposed faith? Religious scholar Jocelyne Cesari … [Read more...]

Media & Entertainment, World — February 11, 2015

Bassem Youssef Makes It In America

Known as “Egypt’s Jon Stewart,” comedian Bassem Youssef satirical television show once drew an astonishing 40 million viewers and was must watch television in Egypt, but last year he chose to end his … [Read more...]

Media & Entertainment, World — February 11, 2015

Bassem Youssef on “The Daily Show”

In this video clip, Egyptian political satirist Bassem Youssef offers satirical commentary on "The Daily Show." … [Read more...]

Media & Entertainment — February 11, 2015

ANGLE ON: Muslim Writer and His Experiences Writing for Television

In this personal essay, Wajahat Ali writes about his experience working with fellow writer Dave Eggers on a TV pilot featuring a “three-dimensional, fully human character with an interesting job who … [Read more...]

World — February 11, 2015

This Week in Myanmar…

More troubles for Rohingya Muslims of Myanmar, as many are denied citizenship due to an archaic vetting process. … [Read more...]

Faith, National — February 10, 2015

Iman Leads Prayer At Texas Rodeo

An admirable attempt at interfaith inclusion was practiced last month when Imam Moujahed Bakhach gave the public prayer at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo in Texas. … [Read more...]

National — February 10, 2015

President Obama Meets With Muslim Leaders

Muslim-American leaders met with President Obama last week, a first for the Muslim community. Topics discussed included Islamophobia, civil rights, and extremism. Daily Beast's commentator Dean … [Read more...]

National — February 10, 2015

Context To Obama’s Remarks On Religious Extremism

Activist Jay Michaelson gives historical context to comments that President Obama made last week when he said that Christians have also committed atrocities in the name of religion. … [Read more...]

Faith, World — February 9, 2015

Catholic Priest Saves Muslims in CAR

In Central African Republic (CAR), Father Bernard Kinvi has defended and protected thousands of Muslims from the Anti-balaka, sheltering them in the mission’s church, hospital and schools. “As a … [Read more...]