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Finding Noah, Documentary Director Brent Baum Explains The Film’s Title

Finding Noah, Documentary Director Brent Baum Explains The Film’s Title


clock icon 24 Apr 2014
author icon Brent Baum


Director/Producer Brent Baum sat down recently to discuss the meaning of the title of his most recent film, Finding Noah. “When I first heard about the opportunity to film a group of men on a search...

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The MPAC and Their ‘Safe Spaces’ Initiative

The MPAC and Their ‘Safe Spaces’ Initiative


clock icon 24 Apr 2014
author icon Alison Lesley


The Muslim American community faces continuous suspicions, misconceptions and fears from the rest of society. The image of the Muslim American in post-9/11 United States has become one of a bearded...

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Pope Francis Calls for Peace During Easter Address

Pope Francis Calls for Peace During Easter Address


clock icon 23 Apr 2014
author icon Emily Murdoch


Pope Francis is the incredibly popular figurehead of the Catholic Church, and he is fortunate in that the majority of his opinions and speeches are actually listened to by the world's vast population....

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Kansas City Shooting Indicative of Hate Crime Trend

Kansas City Shooting Indicative of Hate Crime Trend


clock icon 22 Apr 2014
author icon Alison Lesley


At the beginning of April, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL)’s 2013 audit was released, noting a massive decline in US anti-Semitic attacks. This would have been great news for the Jewish community...

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Hunting Down the Meaning Behind Easter Traditions

Hunting Down the Meaning Behind Easter Traditions


clock icon 21 Apr 2014
author icon Alison Lesley


Now that everyone is full of candy and has enjoyed discovering eggs hidden by a mysterious bunny, it seems like a good time to shed light on some of Easter's seemingly out-of-place traditions. Though...

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Hindus worldwide praise President Obama for including “Hindus” in Easter message

Hindus worldwide praise President Obama for including “Hindus” in Easter message


clock icon 21 Apr 2014
author icon Rajan Zed


Hindus world over have applauded American President Barack Obama for including “Hindus” in his “Easter and Passover Greetings” address on April 19. Obama said in this address, “The common...

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Bahá’ís Celebrate 12-Night Ridvan Festival

Bahá’ís Celebrate 12-Night Ridvan Festival


clock icon 21 Apr 2014
author icon Alison Lesley


Ridvan, which is pronounced as Riz-van is celebrated by the Bahá'ís around the world in different countries. The festival lasts for twelve days and is regarded as the king of festivals for Persians....

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Finding Noah, Documentary Trailer Released – Watch the Filmmaker’s Search for Noah’s Ark

Finding Noah, Documentary Trailer Released – Watch the Filmmaker’s Search for Noah’s Ark


clock icon 18 Apr 2014
author icon Alison Lesley


Timing is everything. Following the hooray and controversy din created by the successful release of Noah starring Russell Crowe, documentary filmmakers Brent Baum (Director/Producer) and Matthew Marsden...

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Saudi Arabia Defines Atheists as Terrorists

Saudi Arabia Defines Atheists as Terrorists


clock icon 18 Apr 2014
author icon Alison Lesley


By Tribes of the World [CC BY-SA 2.0 ], from Flickr King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia has shocked many by announcing in a royal proclamation that under new laws, being an atheist and spreading atheist...

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Victims of Violence in Central African Republic Require More Assistance

Victims of Violence in Central African Republic Require More Assistance


clock icon 17 Apr 2014
author icon Alison Lesley


Concerns are growing within the international community, as the situation between Muslim and Christian militias grows more serious in the Central African Republic. There has not been a peaceful accord...

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