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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.

World — July 18, 2013

Young Activists Help Oust Egypt’s Morsi

In 2013, the New York Times looked at five young Egyptian activists who called for the ouster of President Mohamed Morsi. … [Read more...]

Media & Entertainment — July 16, 2013

Egypt’s Jon Stewart Remains the Same Amidst Charges

The doctor-turned-entertainer is accused of insulting the president in skits that draw comparison to Stewart's "The Daily Show." With sharp wit, Bassem Youssef has emerged as a celebrity in … [Read more...]

Women, World — July 14, 2013

Turkish Female Legislators Break Headscarf Ban

Female legislators in Turkey recently chose to wear the hijab in parliament, taking on the controversial 1920s ban of the headscarf. … [Read more...]

Women, World — July 14, 2013

Debate: Wearing The Niqab In Court

In London, a Muslim woman standing trial was ordered to remove her niqab when giving evidence, which brought up the question of religious rights and the government's right to intervene. … [Read more...]

World — July 14, 2013

Muslims Express Concerns About Extremism

According to a Pew Research Survey in 2013, 67% of Muslims say they are concerned about Islamic extremism. … [Read more...]

World — July 10, 2013

5 Signs the Middle East is Changing

Forget your preconceptions. Erase your stereotypes -- or at least set them aside for a moment. The Middle East, this ancient land battered by powerful forces and mystical passions, is full of … [Read more...]

World — July 9, 2013

Wounded By War, Syrian Family Flees

An intimate look at a Syrian family who one moment was enjoying domestic life, gardening on their balcony, and the next, an explosion on that same balcony where two young children were severely … [Read more...]

World — July 9, 2013

Quincy Jones Helps Dubai Hit The Right Note

Dubai's music scene is slowly becoming more legit. Quincy Jones is a partner in Dubai Music Week and says he sees great potential in the region. … [Read more...]

Medical, World — July 9, 2013

Doctors in the Syrian War

In this video segment, The New York Times takes a look at the critical roles doctors are playing in the Syrian War including exposing the horrific use of chemical weapons. … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, World — July 2, 2013

Street Art and the Arab Spring

The huge protest movement that occurred during the Arab Spring also influenced an artistic revolution, as street art was often the only way that ‘the people’ could react to authoritarian forces. … [Read more...]