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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.

Faith, World — February 19, 2015

Is Secular France Fair?

In the aftermath of the Paris shootings, Muslims in France are questioning the idea of state secularism called Laïcité, where public exercise of religion is banned. The New York Times takes a look at … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, Faith, National — February 18, 2015

The Southern States and Islam

As many see the South as being less accepting of religious diversity, the Daily Beast takes a look at what it’s like to be Muslim in this region of the country. … [Read more...]

Faith, World — February 12, 2015

World’s Rabbis Defend Palestine

More than 400 rabbis from around the world have come together to decry a plan by the Israeli government to demolish hundreds of Palestinian homes in the West Bank. … [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...]

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...]

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...]

Faith, World — February 9, 2015

British Synagogue Appoints Muslim to Council

In Bradford, England the Council for Mosques helped the Jewish community raise money to restore a 19th century synagogue. To return the glorious favor, the synagogue recently appointed the first … [Read more...]

Faith, World — February 6, 2015

UK Muslims and Jews Stand United

In the aftermath of the horrific Paris attacks, Muslims and Jews living in the same London suburb are standing together. "The Jewish community and the Muslim community are facing difficult times at … [Read more...]

Faith, National, Women — February 3, 2015

First Female Only Mosque Opens In L.A.

The Women’s Mosque of America is the first female only mosque to open in the United States. Based in Los Angeles, the mosque aspires to create a space for women to learn about their faith. Though … [Read more...]

Faith, World — February 3, 2015

‘Visit My Mosque Day’ In The UK

Last Sunday was “Visit My Mosque Day" in the United Kingdom. The Guardian gives a “listicle” of why non-Muslims should visit their local mosque… … [Read more...]