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South Park, Revolution Muslim, and False Flag Attacks – Part 1

2 years ago

by Sarah in In the News, Spirtual, War on "Terror"

By now, we've all seen or at least heard about the recent South Park episode, in which the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is portrayed (in a bear suit), and the reaction it has garnered from a fringe-radical group, Revolution Muslim. Needless to say, the media's portrayal of this controversy has been sub-par, but what else is new, right? In part 1 of this 2-part post, we learn a little bit of background on the issue, as well as analyze the mainstream media's response to the controversy.

REEL Thursdays: “Paradise Now”

2 years ago

by Sarah in REEL Thursdays

For this week’s REEL Thursdays feature, we bring you Paradise Now, a film about two Palestinian men preparing for a suicide attack in Israel.

Martyred at the Buffer Zone

2 years ago

by Sarah in Gaza Freedom March, In the News, Palestine

The Gaza Freedom March may have passed, but Palestinians in Gaza continue to march for their freedom on a daily basis. They are protesting the illegal, Israeli buffer zone, pretty much every day now and the IDF has not held back in their response. Today, a young Palestinian protester was shot and killed by an Israeli bullet, while peacefully protesting the theft of his land.

REEL Thursdays: “Promises”

2 years ago

by Sarah in Palestine, REEL Thursdays

For this week's REEL Thursdays feature, we bring you Promises, a documentary film that examines the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from the perspectives of seven children living in the Palestinian communities in the West Bank and Israeli neighborhoods of Jerusalem.

New Feature: REEL Thursdays!

2 years ago

by Sarah in REEL Thursdays

Piece of Mind is pleased to announce the launch of a new, weekly feature, REEL Thursdays! Check out what we have planned and also get your first screening today! :)

US to “BEGIN” Profiling Air Passengers

2 years ago

by Sarah in In the News, Politics, War on "Terror"

Following what is referred to as the "Christmas Day bomb plot" last year, Washington has pledged to boost airport security measures. Initially, their plan was mandatory enhanced screening of all passengers from 14 (mostly Muslim) nations. On Friday, DHS unveiled their new plan to 'begin' profiling all US-bound passengers. What does this mean for you? and How will this affect your next trip? If you're flying into the US soon, you'll definitely want to check this out.

Israel escalating a major attack on Gaza (VIDEO)

2 years ago

by Sarah in In the News

Israel has threatened to carry out a major military offensive against Gaza, demanding an end to the firing of rockets from the area. It follows Thursday night’s attacks, by Israel, which destroyed a cheese warehouse and cinema complex. Three Palestinian children were among the injured. [youtube [...]

Al-Azhar’s Future: A Chance for Alternative Movements? (VIDEO)

2 years ago

by Sarah in In the News, Politics, Spirtual

Last week, Sheikh Mohamed Sayed Tantawi, Alazhar University's top cleric, passed away of a heart attack at the age of 81. He was indeed a very controversial figure both within Egypt, as well as the Muslim world as a whole. As Egypt scurries to find a replacement for Sunni Islam's most prestigious seat of Islamic learning, many are wondering what this means for the future of Al-Azhar, its role, and whether it has been hijacked by the state. Will this be an opportunity for alternative movements to come into play? Or will it once again, be more of the same?

Remembering Rachel Corrie (VIDEO)

2 years ago

by Sarah in In the News, Palestine

Today is March 16th, 2010 and although this day may not carry a sentimental value for some, it carries the lasting memory of a true hero for many others. Today is considered Rachel Corrie Day in many peoples' minds across the world.