Arab Plumbers Refuse to Charge Israeli Woman After Learning She is a Holocaust Survivor
When these two brothers discovered that one of their 95-year-old clients was a Holocaust survivor, they refused to charge her a dime.
Arab
Showing 1 - 20 of 26 Posts
These Israelis Are Forging Peace on the Beach, Bringing Palestinians to the Ocean for Their Very First Visits
The Israeli volunteers believe that these small vacations are helping to forge peace with their Palestinian neighbors one beach trip at a time.
Nation Overcomes Turbulent History; Christian and Muslim Tanzanians Live in Peace
It is refreshing to read about the successes in Africa. Tanzania is a haven of co-existance between two peoples joined in unification in 1964, Tanzanian mainlanders, who are primarily Christian, and the Zanzibaris, who are 98 per cent Muslim.
Lebanon Becomes First Arab Country to Legalize Medical Marijuana
The legislation could bring in as much as $1 billion in annual revenue, which would be a much-needed financial windfall for the nation's struggling economy.
Bahrain Appoints its First Woman Judge
Women are making inroads in the government of Bahrain, a tiny Persian Gulf country that first gave women the right to vote and stand as candidates in national elections after the constitution was amended in 2002.
First Election After Arab Spring is Heartening for Tunisians and World
In Tunisia, following the first free election after the overthrow of the former dictatorship, the Islamist Ennahda Party that won 40 percent of the seats announced it would form a coalition government with one of the secular progressive parties and promised to recognize the rights of all citizens, women, men, religious and non-religious.
20 Muslim Inventions that Shaped Our World
1001 Inventions: Discover the Muslim Heritage in Our World is a new exhibition which began a tour of the UK this week at the Science Museum in Manchester.
Israeli on Mount Everest Skips Summit Dream to Rescue Stricken Climber
An Israeli who rescued a distressed climber on Mount Everest instead of pushing onward to the summit said Friday that the man he helped, an American of Turkish origin, is like a brother to him. The friendship stands in contrast to the political tension between Turkey and Israel, which were once firm allies.
Palestinians and Israelis Unite to Spread Peace Through Backgammon
There was no politically charged disagreement or violence at this family restaurant – only the laughter and joy of playing a beloved age-old tabletop game.
Saudi Arabia to Allow Women to Drive in Historic Decision
Activists are honking their horns after a sudden announcement from Saudi Arabia that will finally allow women to drive a car.
Peace Being Sown Among Olive Trees
two Israeli rights groups - the Association for Civil Rights in Israel and Rabbis for Human Rights - filed a court petition and this season, an Israeli high court decision granted Palestinian farmers protection from settler violence giving Amer the ability to harvest the olives from his 60 trees.
Saudi King Grants Women Seats on Advisory Council for 1st Time
Saudi Arabia's official news agency said Friday that King Abdullah issued a royal decree granting women seats on the country's top 150-member advisory council for the first time.
Across Israel, Arabs and Jews Live Together in Peace
This video was created in order to show a side of Israel that the media doesn't show. All across Israel, both Arabs and Jews are living together peacefully in the hopes that someday the conflict will be resolved. So next time you hear about Israel in the news, think about the side of Israel that they are choosing not to show you.
Israel to Release Millions in Withheld Funds to Palestinians
Under international pressure, Israel announced Wednesday that it would release tens of millions of dollars of tax funds owed to the Palestinians.
California Group Helps Young Muslims, Jews Find Common Ground
Young Muslims and Jews are making friendships through an organization that builds one-on-one relationships within the two communities. The group is called NewGround, and it is building bridges, partly through the sharing of personal stories.
In Israel, a Modern Security Wall is Halted to Save Ancient Terraces
Construction of the Israeli wall, which has scarred the ancient landscape in the name of security, has been halted for the first time in years, bringing relief to a Palestinian village with 2,500-year old farm terraces and aqueducts. Israel's high court in May ordered the injunction.
Israeli and Palestinian Presidents to Pray Together at Vatican
Israeli President Shimon Peres and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will meet at the Vatican and pray for peace together at an unprecedented gathering on June 8, the Vatican said on Thursday. In one of his boldest political gestures since his election in March, 2013, Pope Francis invited the two leaders to come to the Vatican […]
20 Muslim Inventions that Shaped Our World
1001 Inventions: Discover the Muslim Heritage in Our World is a new exhibition which began a tour of the UK this week at the Science Museum in Manchester.
Hockey Breaks Ice for Arab and Jewish Teens
An Arab-Jewish hockey team has become an unlikely icebreaker in this remote corner of northern Israel, overcoming barriers of language, culture and conflict.
Roller Derby Empowers Egyptian Women
Roller derby is a female-dominated sport where both the blades and the punches roll. Over the past three years, a group of Egyptian women have become aficionados hardcore fans of the sport. But in a country where many women face harassment on a daily basis, roller derby is much more than just a game.
Recent Stories
The Broken Bicycle: A Short Moral Story
The Tortoise's Tears: A Short Moral Story
Tokyo's Restaurant of Mistaken Orders Employs Dementia Waiters for Unexpected Meals
Man Who Vanished Nearly 30 years ago Found Alive Under Neighbour's Cellar
Man Who Won $1,300,000,000 Lottery Jackpot Sued by Family After Breaking Promise to Share Winnings
Derinkuyu, Turkey's Underground City of 20,000 People
The Monster Waves at Nazare, Portugal
The Inspiring Journey of Amber Rachdi, From 'My 600-Lb Life' to Instagram Influencer
Iceland Unveils the Largest Carbon Removal Facility on Earth
Playa de Las Teresitas: A Famous European Fake Beach Made From Sahara Desert Sand
"4 Children for Sale": The Tragic Story Of the Siblings Sold In Iconic 1948 Photo
A Tale Of Two Hands: A Starving Boy and a Missionary in Uganda