New Atheists and old prejudices
New Atheists and Christian fundamentalists have become strange bedfellows in their crusade against Islam. This has alienated many atheists, especially in the Arab world.
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Islam
FAQ ME: Answers that make sense of the Middle East
By providing alternative answers to common questions about the Middle East, this FAQ will help you make sense of this complex region.
Read MoreWhat the papers don’t say about Muslims
Media representations of Muslims are overwhelmingly negative. Where are the reports on our talented comedians, rappers and football players?
Read MoreWhy Muslims don’t pig out
Lapsed Muslims may get a taste for alcohol but pigs will fly before they allow pork onto their dinner plates.
Read MoreThe ‘Mosaic Arabs’ and anti-Semitism in Islam
Not so long ago many prominent Jewish thinkers believed in a natural affinity between Judaism and Islam. They called themselves
Read MoreGetting to know the man behind the prophet Muhammad
The Islamic prophet Muhammad was one of the most influential figures in human history. But who was the man behind the icon?
Read MoreQuran ban: Hell hath no fury like an Islamophobe scorned
Why is it so many people seem to be hell bent on silencing others? Neither should the Quran be banned, nor the film attacking it.
Read MoreSeason’s salaams this Christmas
This festive season offers a unique opportunity for people of different faiths to celebrate one another’s festivities.
Read MoreSheikh with laughter at Muslim humour
With Osama bin Laden unlikely to branch out into comedy, it’s important to give westerners a taste of Muslim humour.
Read MoreJailhouse blog: In solidarity with Kareem Amer
People of all faiths will join forces outside Egyptian embassies to express solidarity with jailed blogger Kareem Amer.
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