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Bing forces Detroit Police Chief Warren Evans to resign; Godbee takes over
DETROIT — Detroit Police Chief Warren Evans was forced out from his position on Wednesday, July 21 with Detroit Mayor David Bing saying Evans made a series of decisions over time that "compromised" the city. Bing refused to go into specifics as to why Evans was forced to resign, however. Following the resignation, Bing appointed...Ethnic nationalism and the fears of minorities
As a Jew with sympathies for Israel and the Palestinians, I did not expect to agree with much in Jamal Bittar's commentary, "Israel will not last for more than 30 years," (July 3-9, p. 10). But as I read past the title, I found myself in agreement with several of his points: that the 19th century equation of ethnic identities with...YAA gives 15 scholarships at 13th annual awards gala
DEARBORN — Fifteen high school graduates expected to attend college this Fall were each awarded a $1000 scholarship from the Yemeni American Association (YAA) at its 13th annual scholarship ceremony, Sunday, July 18 at the Byblos Banquet Center in Dearborn. The YAA established its educational commitment to the youth of its community by...Israeli right embracing one-state?
There has been a strong revival in recent years of support among Palestinians for a one-state solution guaranteeing equal rights to Palestinians and Israeli Jews throughout historic Palestine. One might expect that any support for a single state among Israeli Jews would come from the far left, and in fact this is where the most...University of Michigan student organization hosts AAYSP students
ANN ARBOR— A drive down I-94 west-bound to Ann Arbor, MI, a mere twenty-five to thirty minute commute, reminds members of Doors of Opportunity (DOPP) just how linked the Dearborn and Ann Arbor communities have become. July 16th, 2010 marked the calendars of DOPP members still around for the summer as the AAYSP (American Association for...Dearborn man seeks help from community following brutal attack and shooting
Abbas Al Tamimi of Dearborn is in need of medical help and donations following an unprovoked shooting in the city on June 26.DEARBORN — In the early hours of the morning on Saturday, June 26, Dearborn resident Abbas Al Tamimi was walking home on Reuter Street near Blesser Avenue after visiting a friend. But what unfolded next...Family accuses Dearborn Heights police of retaliation for lawsuit
Dearborn Heights resident Joseph Saad (above) alleges he was beaten by city police a second time after his family file a lawsuit last week. DEARBORN HEIGHTS — A Dearborn Heights family plans to sue the city and its police department for a second time following an alleged incident last Saturday, July 10 that came on the heels of a...AAPAC begins primary endorsement process
AAPAC members conduct an interview with Wayne County Commissioner District 3 candidate Martha Scott at The Arab American News office. PHOTO: Jessica Barrow/TAANDEARBORN - The Arab American Political Action Committee (AAPAC) hosted their first round of interviews for endorsements on Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. at the The Arab American...Fundraiser for Bernero held at local attorney’s house
A fundraiser event was held for current Lansing mayor and Michigan Democratic candidate for governor Virg Bernero at the Canton home of local prominent lawyer and Arab American Political Action Committee vice president Nabih Ayad on Monday, July 12. Bernero will compete with Michigan Speaker of the House Andy Dillon for the party's...Dearborn welcomes back Rima!
Miss USA Rima Fakih receives to key to city. Photo: Nafeh AbuNabDEARBORN — Reigning 2010 Miss USA Rima Fakih was back in her hometown of Dearborn for the first time since winning the crown in May on the morning of Saturday, July 10 at a special homecoming ceremony at the Ford Performing Arts Center in celebration of her...Lebanese Muslim painter’s artistic vision: Religious harmony in Italy
There are thousands upon thousands of technically skilled artists and painters, but in the world of fine art, it's the artist's individual touch that separates him or her from the rest of the pack. Ali Hassoun It was the unique style and background of Italian painter Ali Hassoun along with his talent and years of study that allowed...CNN has lost the right to demand “free speech”
The firing of Octavia Nasr last week was truly a sad day for democracy, free speech and America. It was alarming and absolutely nauseating, and it spoke to the power of the pro-Israeli lobby in the U.S. It's reprehensible that CNN would fire a 20-year employee for expressing some respect for Grand Ayatollah Sayed Mohamed Hussein...Hizbullah ready to repel Israeli attacks
BEIRUT - Lebanon's Hizbullah resistance movement says it is fully prepared for any future Israeli attack, warning Tel Aviv of disastrous consequences of another conflict. Deputy Secretary General Sheikh Naim QassemThe movement's Deputy Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem said on Wednesday that Hizbullah stands ready for a...Poll: Majority of Americans lack faith in Obama
Nearly 60 percent of American voters say they lack faith in President Barack Obama, according to a public opinion poll published on Tuesday. The results of the Washington Post/ABC News poll are a reversal of what voters said at the start of Obama's presidency 18 months ago when about 60 percent expressed confidence in his decision...
Fatal stabbing saddens community
July 16th, 20100 Vigil held for slain teenager DEARBORN — Over a hundred people gathered for a candlelight vigil in remembrance of 18-year-old Mohammed Abboud, who was killed on the morning of Tuesday, July 13 after an altercation at the Dearborn Ice Skating Center. Young people gather at a vigil at te Dearborn Ice Skating Center for......
Fidel Castro returns to TV with dire warning of nuclear conflict
July 16th, 20100 HAVANA - The Middle East is on the verge of a nuclear war triggered by a U.S. attack on Iran in the name of preventing the country from developing its own weapons, according to ageing Cuban revolutionary Fidel Castro. Cuban leader Fidel Castro gestures during a visit to the Centre of World Economic Investigations (CIEM) in Havana...Allegedly abducted Iranian scientist arrives home
An Iranian nuclear scientist who said he was kidnapped by the U.S. has arrived home in Tehran vowing to reveal more details of his claimed abduction while on a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia last year. Speaking to Al Jazeera during a transit stop in Qatar, Shahram Amiri said he was interrogated by U.S. agents who refused to allow him...Israel paves the way for killing by remote control
NAZARETH — It is called Spot and Shoot. Operators sit in front of a TV monitor from which they can control the action with a PlayStation-style joystick. The aim: to kill. Played by: young women serving in the Israeli army. Spot and Shoot, as it is called by the Israeli military, may look like a video game but the figures on the...
U.S. Muslim travelers warned of ‘forced exile’, know your rights.
July 16th, 20100 WASHINGTON — CAIR this week issued an advisory to American Muslims — whether citizens, permanent residents or visa holders — warning of the risk of "forced exile" when traveling overseas or attempting to return to the United States. Muslim travelers are urged to know their legal rights if they are placed on the so-called "no-fly......
CNN’s objectivity questioned in sacking of Mideast reporter
WASHINGTON (IPS) — CNN's firing of Octavia Nasr, the editor responsible for the network's Middle East coverage, over a Twitter post in which she expressed her sadness over the death of a Lebanese cleric has set off a firestorm of debate about what the decision says about CNN's fairness in reporting on the region. On Sunday, Nasr...Metro Detroit Youth Day hits 28 years
DETROIT — Thousands gathered on Belle Isle's athletic field for Metro Detroit Youth Day (MDYD) Wednesday, July 14. It began at 8:30 a.m. and ended at 2:30 p.m. MDYD brings diverse groups of youth together for a day of fun and countless activities. It's Michigan's largest youth event and has been celebrated for 28 years by almost......
BDS campaign wants Israel to abide by international law
There is a considerable amount of misunderstanding about Boycott Divestment and Sanctions. BDS is not a principle but a strategy; it is not against Israel but against Israeli policy; when the policy changes BDS will end. BDS is not about a particular solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but the demand that Israel abide by...Lebanese general seeks court record in Hariri case
Maj. Gen. Jamil al-SayyedLEIDSCHENDAM, Netherlands – A former Lebanese army general asked an international court on Tuesday to release his secret case file in the 2005 assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri to learn why he was jailed for nearly four years without charge. The hearing by the Special Tribunal......