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Islam
Fertility Goddess Asherah: Was ‘God’s Wife’ Edited Out of the Bible?
Some scholars say early versions of the Bible featured Asherah, a powerful fertility goddess who may have been God’s wife.
2.2 Billion: World’s Muslim Population Doubles
By 2030 the global population is set to reach over 8 billion and 26.4% of that population will be Muslim.
More Ground Zero Drama, As Mosque Developers Apply For Federal Grant
After a summer of protests, blogosphere turbulence and cable news boxing matches, the developers at the proposed Park51 Islamic Center in Lower Manhattan seem to be ready for another round. And this time, they’re taking it to the bank.
Tennessee Mosque Gets OK Despite Sharia Law Fears of Opponents
A suburban Nashville Islamic group can build a new mosque, despite the objections of those who believe the house of worship will foster Sharia law in America.
Google Doodle Controversy: Islamic Symbol Hidden In Vet Doodle?
Today’s Google Doodle in honor of Veterans Day led to an unexpected Internet war over possible Islamic symbolism hidden inside the logo. Accusers say the “e” of Google is in the shape a crescent moon, one half of the main symbol …
While You Were Voting: Iran Announces Stoning Execution
Sakineh Mohammadi-Ashtiani, an Iranian woman sentenced to death by stoning for adultery could be executed as early as today, activists say.
If You Must Know – Tumblr Clarifies What “Muslim Garb” Is
Did you find yourself wondering exactly what Juan Williams meant by “Muslim garb” when he expounded on his air travel fears on The O’Reilly Factor?
Texas Doesn’t Want ‘Pro-Islam Bias’ in Their History
Deeming that history texts with a “pro-Islam/anti-Christian bias” should not be tolerated in Texas’ schools, the Texas Board of Education passed a resolution yesterday that requires publishers to follow their guidelines. (via AOL News)
Candidacy by Facebook: Goodluck Jonathan Kicks Off 2011 Campaign in Viral Fashion
For months, Nigeria’s president had held off on announcing his candidacy for the 2011 election. When it was time to shed speculation, he went directly to the public – via Facebook.
France Moves Toward a ‘Burqa’ Ban
Calling full face veils “a new form of enslavement,” the lower house of the French parliament voted 335 to 1 to ban any garment which obstructs the face.