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Poll: Westerners opposed to military intervention in Syria
BEIRUT - Over half of the people surveyed in an international Reuters/Ipsos poll are opposed to foreign military action against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and more are against their own countries intervening in the conflict.The poll, conducted in 15, mostly European countries, also found that only about a third of respondents held...
Dr. Ali Fadel (1953-2013): The legacy of a giving physician
October 11th, 20130 DEARBORN — When Dr. Ali Fadel passed away on Friday, Oct. 4, the Arab American community lost a skilled doctor, generous philanthropist and a caring human being, who was a symbol of modesty and benevolence.Fadel died of a sudden heart attack in Lebanon, while attending the memorial service of his sister, who had died a week prior. He...AAPAC announces endorsement for upcoming local elections
DEARBORN — Just weeks ahead of the General Elections which will take place on Tuesday, November 5, the Arab American Political Action Committee (AAPAC) has announced their slate of endorsements in the local municipality races. Formed in 1998, AAPAC’s membership consists of a diverse group of Arab American professionals, who work...U.S. Shutdown mocked by the Taliban
Taliban militants in Afghanistan issued a statement on Wednesday mocking the U.S. shutdown and accusing American politicians of “sucking the blood of their own people.”The statement from the Islamist militants described how U.S. institutions have been “paralyzed” by the shutdown. American icons like the Statue of Liberty are...
The stigma of breast cancer among Arab women
October 11th, 20130 MICHIGAN — Breast cancer is preventable with early detection and more treatable, the sooner a diagnoses receives medical attention. However, for too long cultural inhibitions have stood in the way of Arab American women opening up candidly about the disease, or getting the medical care they need to fight it fast enough. For a lot...Default on U.S. debt could have disastrous effects on recovering economy
As the U.S. government is about to hit its so-called debt ceiling of $16.7 trillion on Oct. 17, the frightening prospect of the world’s biggest economy running out of cash is dominating headlines around the globe.What exactly is the “debt ceiling?”The U.S. debt ceiling has existed for almost a century, and describes the maximum...Ficano discusses County’s financial status, Obamacare and jail project
CANTON — Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano discussed the County's financial status, upcoming projects, the Affordable Care Act and his future with the County at a gathering with the media on Monday, October 7.Ficano says Wayne County's financial situation will continue to remain stagnant, for at least another ten years, despite a...Poetry corner: Don’t write history as poetry
As a part of its continuing effort to share a portion of the literary wealth of Arabic poetry with the English reader, The Arab American News translates a poem by the legendary Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish. Don't write history as poetryBy Mahmoud DarwishDo not write history as poetry, for the weaponof the historian does not...Newly opened businesses
The Arab American News is continuing to keep track of community entrepreneurs who are launching new businesses in Metro Detroit and contributing to the region’s economic growth and stability. Below is a preview of two new atypical businesses in town.Zooka Box Zooka Box is an internet-powered TV provider that allows viewers to watch...Dearborn Council president files ethics grievance against City Attorney
DEARBORN — City Council President Thomas Tafelski, who is up for re-election this November, announced plans on Wednesday, October 9, to file an ethics complaint against City Attorney Debra Walling, alleging that she played a role in preparing election-related materials for Councilwoman Nancy Hubbard at Tuesday's city council...Arab American home owners receive Dearborn 2013 residential excellence awards
DEARBORN — The Dearborn City Beautiful Commission recognized 17 homes for their outstanding appearance on Oct. 2. Several of those recognized are Arab Americans. The Dearborn City Beautiful Commission, on Oct. 2, presented the annual Residential Standard of Excellence awards to homeowners judged who have maintained the...Indiana government, school districts sue over IRS healthcare rule
INDIANA — The state of Indiana and 15 of its public school districts sued the U.S. government this week, challenging its use of federal tax subsidies and penalties to implement President Barack Obama's 2010 healthcare law.The lawsuit claims that a rule, issued in 2012 by the Internal Revenue Service which allows the federal government...Federal judge sentences former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick to 28 years in prison
DETROIT — Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was sentenced Thursday to 28 years in prison for corruption, the apparent last step, after a series of scandals destroyed his political career and helped steer a crisis-laden city even deeper into trouble.Kilpatrick, who served as mayor from 2002, until fall 2008, fattened his bank...Hundreds sickened in U.S. from salmonella outbreak linked to raw chicken
WASHINGTON — Hundreds of people in 18 states have become sick from a salmonella outbreak, linked to raw chicken products made at three California plants, owned by Foster Farms, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture."The outbreak is continuing," USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service said in a statement.An estimated 278...9-year old boy accused of stealing car, sneaking on airplane and traveling to Vegas
MINNEAPOLIS — A 9-year-old boy garnered national attention this week after sneaking passed security at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and catching a flight to Las Vegas without a ticket.The boy rode to the airport Wednesday, October 2, on the light rail system that runs from downtown, took a bag from a luggage carousel and......
Off-duty officer arrested for involvement in New York motorcycle gang beating
NEW YORK — Detective Wojciech Braszczok, 32, was arrested more than a week after bikers pursued an SUV, driven by a man traveling with his wife and 2-year-old daughter. Riders smashed the vehicle's windows, hauled the driver out and beat him in front of his family. Video of the September 29 confrontation was uploaded to YouTube...Iraq executes 42, as violence worsens
BAGHDAD - Iraq executed 42 people, including a woman, for mass killings and other terrorism charges over two days this week, the justice ministry and the United Nations said on Thursday, Oct 10, after a surge in sectarian violence.The U.N. mission in the country said it was concerned about the executions, which took place on Tuesday and...Final Detroit mayoral debate Oct. 29
DETROIT — On Friday, Oct. 4, Dr. Mazen Hammoud, Ford Motor Company's Electrified Powertrain Systems Chief Engineer was honored, among others, as a University of Michigan Alumni “Difference Maker of the Year” award recipient. For more than 30 years, UM-Dearborn has honored outstanding alumni for their contributions to the...Dr. Mazen Hammoud honored by University of Michigan
DETROIT — On Friday, Oct. 4, Dr. Mazen Hammoud, Ford Motor Company's Electrified Powertrain Systems Chief Engineer was honored, among others, as a University of Michigan Alumni “Difference Maker of the Year” award recipient. For more than 30 years, UM-Dearborn has honored outstanding alumni for their contributions to the......
Bilingual driving school attracts immigrants and refugees from the Middle East
STERLING HEIGHTS —The Madamma Driving School continues to attract refugees and immigrants from the Middle East, because of its bilingual services. The school offers classes in both Arabic and Chaldean. It can be difficult for immigrants to learn how to drive with instructors who don’t speak their native language. Many immigrants...Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson to speak at ACRL Gala
LIVONIA — Civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson will serve as the keynote speaker for the Arab American Civil Rights League's second annual Fight for Justice Gala that will be held Oct. 16 at the Burton Manor in Livonia, Michigan. "Reverend Jackson is a civil rights icon for all Americans, as well as for many around the......
Delegates from Africa visit Dearborn to learn about its Arab American community
DEARBORN — Delegates from Africa were in Dearborn Monday and visited the office of The Arab American News (TAAN) to learn about metro Detroit's large Arab and Muslim American communities. The visit was organized by the International Visitors Council (IVC) of Detroit. The 10 delegates and four interpreters met with TAAN Editor...ACC honors difference makers in Detroit
DETROIT — The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC) hosted its 34th Annual Civic and Humanitarian Awards Gala on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center. L-R: Fr. George Shalhoub, ACC President and CEO Dr. Haifa Fakhouri, Chaldean Bishop Ibrahim N. Ibrahim and Abe Munfakh This year, under the theme of......
