Iraq is still reeling from the bomb attacks that claimed the lives of over 100 people, and injured hundreds more. The coordinated explosions has targeted millions of Shia worshippers commemorating the holy day of Ashoura, which is the most important ritual in the Shia religious calendar. Here are some pictures from the aftermath of the [...]
You may recall my post from last week decrying Saudi Arabia’s policy of banning Jews from entering the country. The Saudi government promptly withdrew the offending portion. But some bloggers like Gil have kept it for posterity. Yesterday, the Guardian reported that the Saudis had disowned the original tourism organisation statement. After complaints in the [...]
Palestinian Media Watch reports the results of a poll of PLO Arab high school students’ attitudes towards women and minorities. Limiting Women’s Occupations “73% [Grades 9 and 12] agree to limit women’s work to traditional occupations.” “16% [Grade 12] support women’s right to work as taxi drivers.” Limiting Women’s Freedom “33% [Grade 12] believe that [...]
Shmuley Boteach’s biography on his website makes for interesting reading. Grammatical errors aside, it speaks of a man who has just written a book criticizing the culture of celebrities…but then goes to great pains to show how famous Boteach is! Rabbi Shmuleyís best-selling books include Kosher Sex, Kosher Adultery, Dating Secrets of the Ten Commandments, [...]
