Middle East

Their genitals were cut as girls. Now some are seeking healing physically and mentally

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Byron Allen’s networks to launch in the Middle East

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Army soldier urges Americans to pray and be positive instead of sharing memes making light of the Iran conflict

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Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Trump bans electronics on flights from Africa, Middle East

The Trump administration banned 13 airlines that fly into the US from allowing passengers to have electronics in their carry-on luggage.
/ March 21, 2017
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

'Clock kid' Ahmed Mohamed to enter school in Qatar

DALLAS (AP) — A 14-year-old Muslim boy who was arrested after a homemade clock he brought to school was mistaken for a possible bomb will be moving with his family to the Middle East so he can attend school there, his family said Tuesday.
/ October 21, 2015
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Report finds gradual fall in female genital mutiliation in Africa

The New York Times – A comprehensive new assessment of the ancient practice of female genital cutting by the United Nations Children’s Fund has found that it is gradually declining in many countries…
/ July 22, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Palestinian women urge Alicia Keys not to perform in Israel

theGRIO REPORT – Alicia Keys’ upcoming summer concert in Israel has generated considerable controversy and been repudiated by outspoken activists, such as author Alice Walker…
/ June 13, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Alicia Keys' planned Israel concert inspires backlash from black peers

OPINION – As unifying as much music can be, sometimes the people need more than just a song. Our stars need to step up. Period…
/ June 6, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Obama urges Israelis to compromise for peace

JERUSALEM (AP) – President Barack Obama delivered an impassioned appeal Thursday for Israel to recognize that compromise will be necessary to secure peace and lasting security for the Jewish state…
/ March 21, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Does Obama's name alone hurt the Middle East Peace process?

OPINION – Unfortunately, the birther and Tea Party conspiracy theorists—which include members of the radical lunatic fringe and hate groups—have penetrated the mainstream of U.S. public opinion…
/ March 20, 2013