Arab atheists: A demonised minority
Atheists are widely misunderstood by many Arabs and Muslims. There are those who believe us to be Satanists or that
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The shocking similarities between white supremacy and Islamist extremism
Despite their conviction that they are polar opposites, white supremacists and Islamist extremists share much in common, including a hatred for minorities and the enemies within, a persecution complex, and nostalgia for past glories.
Read moreMaking halal sexy
Though halal sex may sound as logical as kosher bacon, it does make its own sense. Some Muslims are utilising the concept to break the taboo around sex.
Read moreThe death throes of Arab thuggery
Arab civilisation has not collapsed but the thuggish political, economic and religious mafias dominating the region are dying violently.
Read morePolicing the beard
In Egypt, beards have gone from indicating piety to symbolising political affiliation. Police neutrality requires officers to remove their facial hair.
Read moreEgypt’s Mursi and the risk of friendly fire
By courting his rivals, Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi could turn former allies into foes and bring to the fore the divisions among Islamists.
Read moreEgyptian presidential election: Who should the revolution vote for?
Egyptian revolutionaries dream of electing a president who emerged from Tahrir square, but should they vote for pragmatism or principle?
Read moreArab spring and Turkish autumn?
Is Turkey truly a role model for the Arab Spring or is it actually a secular democracy in its autumn years?
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