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.

Business, Tech & Science, World — February 9, 2014

Arabic Wikipedia Hits the Middle East

With 690,000 users and 240,000 authors, Arabic Wikipedia is a vital resource for the Middle East. … [Read more...]

World — February 9, 2014

Turkish Citizens Mourn Slain Boy

Last year, at the height of the Gezi Park protests in Turkey, a teenage boy was sent on an errand by his mother but ended up getting severely wounded by a tear-gas canister. That boy, Berkin Elvan, … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, Women — February 8, 2014

Between Style and Modesty: Hijab, Redefined

For many Muslim women today, wearing the hijab is similar to styling your hair, and they are not afraid to experiment with unique looks and cultural differences. … [Read more...]

Women, World — February 8, 2014

Queen of Jordan, An All-Star on Twitter

With more than three million Twitter followers, Queen Rania of Jordan ranks fourth in world leaders who use the social media site. … [Read more...]

National — February 8, 2014

NYC Mayor Supports Public School Muslim Holidays

New York city Mayor Bill de Blasio would like to honor two Muslim holy days by closing public schools. … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, Sports, Women — February 8, 2014

Muslim Girl Prohibited From Wearing Hijab, Team Offers Support

When a high school soccer referee prohibits a Muslim female player from wearing the hijab, the surprising response from the other players gives new meaning to the term "team-mates." … [Read more...]

Sports, Women — February 7, 2014

Meet the Girl Who Ice-skated in the Winter Olympics Wearing a Hijab

Muslim girls can do anything – including be the first to figure skate in the Sochi Winter Olympics wearing the hijab. Meet Zahra Lari. … [Read more...]

World — February 6, 2014

MOST’s Michael Wolfe Discusses Religious Pluralism During His Visit to Malaysia

Filmmaker and poet, Michael Wolfe visits Malaysia and discusses religious pluralism, his role as Co-Founder of Unity Productions Foundation and its off-shoot, MOST, which provides resources to the … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle — February 6, 2014

Reza Aslan Comes Out On Top

Muslim author, Reza Aslan, finds unexpected fame after his Fox News interview. … [Read more...]

Business, Tech & Science, Women, World — February 5, 2014

‘Leaning In’: Women’s Economic Equality in the Middle East

Within the Arab Gulf States, women represent a better educated talent pool than the rest of the population, but they are disproportionately burdened by unemployment . A hard fought internal battle … [Read more...]