THE "SUNNI VS. SHIA" IN THE INTERNATIONAL MEDIA

I feel very concerned about a particular representation of the Sunni and Shia identities in the mainstream international media. The concern is not regarding the existence of Sunni-Shia differences per se. Rather, it is about a particular consumption of these differences in media reports. In this representation, the “differences” between the Sunni and Shia serve [...]

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Faces of Faith

“There is no shortage of discussion about what is wrong with Muslims and the Islamic world these days. From our perspective, it is also important to take time to acknowledge the good that comes from Muslims inspired by their faith,” says an article, entitled “Shaping Islam in America: 10 Young Muslim Visionaries,” in the latest [...]

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When Skies Wept Blood: A Review

Guess what I found at a local Islamic CD shop last week? A copy of “Karbala: When Skies Wept Blood”! (trailer) The documentary was released in January of this year in the UK and the US. I did not expect it to arrive here this soon.

An impressive effort. I especially liked the question, the puzzle, [...]

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A Subtle Persuasion

Saw these banners on a wall near Nishtar Park yesterday.
There are many ways of seeing a picture. Just as there are many ways of interpreting a piece of art or a poem. I like to name this picture as “a subtle persuasion”. How do you see it? :)

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A Moment of Silence

Another bomb blast hit the land of the Quaid leaving many innocent people dead and wounded. This time in the northwestern city of Peshawar on Tuesday, May 15, killing at least 24 people and wounding dozens more. We thought we would take some time to recover from the shocks of the political violence during last [...]

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