Books
Ali al-Muqri’s Hurma: Sex, War, Religion
The celebrated Yemeni author Ali al-Muqri’s Hurma, trans. T.M. Aplin (2015), is his first novel to appear in English. Some preliminary thoughts about the novel: ……Read More
Lifestyle
Immigration
The Quiet Little Struggle Over Extending the EB-5 Program
There's a quiet — but highly significant — struggle on Capitol Hill these days regarding the extension of the EB-5 program for immigrant investors. On ……Read More
Immigration
Birthright Citizenship in Two Countries
The United States is not the only country dealing with the issue of birthright citizenship. In 2010 The Dominican Republic adopted a new constitution which ……Read More
Community
To celebrate Pope’s visit, Free Library of Philadelphia exhibits Hindu scroll
In a remarkable interfaith gesture, to “celebrate the landmark papal visit to Philadelphia”, Free Library of Philadelphia is displaying a 64-foot Hindu “Bhagavata Purana” scroll ……Read More
Daily Life
Downriver Community Services Fired Counselor Because of Disability
EEOC files suit when breast feeding disabled woman fired EEOC, DETROIT – A New Haven, Mich.-based provider of community health services violated federal law by ……Read More
Daily Life
How To Find The Perfect Wedding Photographer
Bridal Guide has all the how-tos for "I do" you can handle! Whether you're planning a wedding now, dreaming about one someday, or just watching ……Read More