Who’s conning whom in Donald Trump’s America
It was fitting that the most important struggle on the eve of the now-historic presidential election was the battle for Standing Rock. Even more than the Movement for Black Lives, the conflict between Native Americans and toxic corporations and their government allies (including President-elect Donald Trump) symbolises the ruined promises and outright lies that have […]
US Commander Worries About Aid Taliban Receives From Pakistan, Russia, Iran
The “malign influence” of Pakistan, Russia and Iran with the Taliban-led insurgency, and concerns about future political stability of the Afghan government threaten international efforts aimed at stabilizing the war-raved country, warns a top U.S. commander. “We’re concerned about the external enablement of the insurgent or terrorist groups inside Afghanistan; in particular where they enjoy […]
Ohio State University Attacker Buried; Family Still Silent with Shock
The 18-year-old who attacked a crowd at Ohio State University this week was buried Thursday in an unusually low-profile Islamic funeral in Columbus. Abdurazak Ali Artan was shot and killed by an campus police officer after driving his car over a curb and stabbing several bystanders on Monday, injuring at least 11 people. Authorities believe […]
Muslims Not The Major Source Of Terrorism
Days before the first anniversary of a mass shooting in San Bernardino, California, an attack at Ohio State University this week once again led to Muslims being cast into an uncomfortable spotlight. Yet, while terrorist attacks carried out by Muslim extremists are on the rise in the Western world, statistics continue to show that assaults […]
Backlash Shows the Unsettling Side of Globalization
Globalization is under attack. The electoral victory of Donald Trump, the Brexit vote and the rise of an aggressive nationalism in mainland Europe and around the world are all part of a backlash to globalization. In each instance, citizens have upset the political order by voting to roll back…
Trump and Jews: Vigilant Optimism
As Julius Caesar once said: ”It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.” Today, we all make decisions quickly, snap judgements in the heat of the moment based on our biases and instincts, and not necessarily on the full facts. […]
Indonesians rally for unity after blasphemy protests
Tens of thousands of Indonesians have rallied in Jakarta, the Indonesian capital, calling for tolerance and unity after massive protests were held against the city’s minority Christian governor. The crowds on Sunday filled a major traffic circle in Jakarta and sprawled into its main thoroughfares, waving “We Are Indonesia” signs and a giant red-and-white national […]
Immigrants Successful in Silicon Valley’s Venture Capital & Start-up Industry
California’s Silicon Valley, known as the global center of high-tech innovation, is also a showcase for immigrant success stories. In 2013, two immigrant startups were among the top five biggest Silicon Valley venture capital deals. Silicon Valley provides a platform that turns dreams into reality. For many immigrants, just getting to America is the goal. […]
Syria’s Rebels Say Regardless of Aleppo, They Will Fight On
Syrian rebel commanders and opposition politicians insist the uprising against President Bashar al-Assad will continue even if they lose their tenuous hold on parts of Aleppo, the country’s second-largest city. Most military observers and diplomats estimate it is only a matter of weeks before the rebel-held eastern districts of Aleppo will fall entirely into the […]
Europol Warning About ISIS Militants in Europe
The European Union’s police agency warned Friday that dozens of Islamic State militant group (ISIS) fighters could already be on European soil, plotting to launch new attacks and possibly evolving their tactics to include suicide car bombings and kidnappings. In a report about the threat ISIS poses to the 28 EU member states, Europol painted […]