Think of the origins of that staple of modern life, the cup of coffee, and Italy often springs to mind. But in fact, Yemen is where the ubiquitous brew has its true origins.       Along with the first university, and even the toothbrush, it is among surprising Muslim inventions that have shaped the world we live in today. …

 I AM SORRY! I AM SORRY!! – THERE ARE SO MANY GOOD SOULS IN THE WORLD. Many Americans have suggested that more moderate Muslims should stand up to extremists, speak out for tolerance, and apologize for sins committed by their brethren. That’s reasonable advice, and as a moderate myself, I’m going to take it. (Throat clearing.) I hereby apologize to …

Daniel Pipes' 2005 article on terrorism starts with the following statement "What do Islamist terrorists want? The answer should be obvious, but it is not." After a tortuous description of so many cases of terrorism, Daniel Pipes finally pronounces the verdict: "In nearly all cases, the jihadi terrorists have a patently self-evident ambition: to establish a world dominated by Muslims, Islam, and …

Health risks of wireless technology   The BioInitiative Group (BIG) – a group of leading scientists – is debating why there is 30 years of research indicating adverse effects from exposure to electromagnetic radiation, yet we still have the same standards for acceptable exposure.   After 100 of the world's leading scientists met in Mexico, in 2006, at the Bioelectric …

To begin, the mosque controversy does not involve a mosque.  It is planned as a 13-story community center encompassing a swimming pool, 500-seat performing arts center, gym,  culinary school, restaurant and, yes, a prayer space for Muslims, which already exists in the current building.  A formal mosque would forbid eating or the playing of music on the premises. I guess …

Assalamualaikum It is with the deepest sense of sorrow I write this to share my encounters with professor Jiffry. I first met him when he was the Deen of the faculty of medicine in the University of Sri jayawardenapura in Nugegoda. That was the first meeting at the Deen's office to discuss establishing a para medics training centre or a …