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How Not To Approach a Religious Debate

Here’s video of a Muslim woman insulting a Christian preacher, prompting the preacher to state that Mohammed was a pedophile.
Hilarity ensues.

Separated at Birth: Serbian Shimon Edition

Separated at Birth: Serbian Shimon Edition

Another reader-inspired one for you (you guys are getting good at this).
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic and Israeli President Shimon Peres.

Thanks to Shaul.

Aussie Dave’s Excellent Adventure (Or: Signs G-d’s Watching Over Me)

Aussie Dave’s Excellent Adventure (Or: Signs G-d’s Watching Over Me)

Warning: This post is significantly longer than my usual fare, but it is worth it.
If I say so myself.
Have you ever been going through very difficult times, but had a number of things happen to you to let you know you are not alone?
Allow me to elaborate on that rather obtuse question.

The Ex-Hamashole Who Now Hearts Israel

The Ex-Hamashole Who Now Hearts Israel

Ha’aretz has a fascinating article on the son of a Hamas leader who has turned his back on their murderous ways, converted to Christianity, and moved to California.
Needless to say, he’s also a big fan of Israel.
A moment before beginning his supper, Masab, son of West Bank Hamas leader Sheikh Hassan Yousef, glances at the [...]

Separated at Birth: Krusty Olmert Edition

Separated at Birth: Krusty Olmert Edition

Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Krusty the Clown.

Thanks to CJ Run for working out what I was looking for, but couldn’t quite work out myself

Oli’ Flower Ear

Oli’ Flower Ear

Just when you thought the foreign press photographers couldn’t make Ehud Olmert look any goofier..

Open Thread: Sons of Monkeys and Pigs Edition

Open Thread: Sons of Monkeys and Pigs Edition

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Ehud Olmert’s Surprise Announcement

Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is to make a surprise statement to the public from his official residence tonight at 8 P.M Israel time.
According to Ha’aretz:
Political sources said they believed Olmert may announce that he will not run in an upcoming leadership contest in his Kadima party, scheduled for September 17.
Although Ynet offers another alternative:
The [...]

“Islamic Idol”? Koran-Reading Competition

From Al-Arabiya:
Algerian TV will launch an Islamic-inspired adaptation with a twist of the infamous Arab talent show Star Academy following a ban on the Lebanese version. Instead of showcasing contestants’ singing talents, the new show, a collaboration between Algerian TV and the Ministry of Religious Affairs, will be a Quran recitation competition.
The decision comes as [...]

New Podcast: Obama’s Me Me Me Prayer

The latest edition of Shire Network News is up: Podcast goes to the Wall.
The feature interview is with Anne Franklin of Clintons for McCain. She says they want Barak Obama to lose this election, in order to clear the way for Hillary Clinton next time. They’re working overtime to defeat Obama in November.
Of interest [...]