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...]
Resources on Muslims for the Entertainment Industry
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.
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...]
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...]
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...]
In this video clip, Egyptian political satirist Bassem Youssef offers satirical commentary on "The Daily Show." … [Read more...]
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 —
More troubles for Rohingya Muslims of Myanmar, as many are denied citizenship due to an archaic vetting process. … [Read more...]
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 —
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 —
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...]
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...]