By uzzie on Politics from www.voanews.com
U.S. President Barack Obama said Muslim-Americans have made great contributions to the "strength and character" of the United States, as he welcomed guests to the White House for an Iftar dinner celebrating Ramadan, the Muslim holy month 
By mukenaby on Sports and Recreation from at-heart.org
It is a simple thing just a ball and a goal – Soccer. The most popular game played and viewed around the world. Soccer reaches far beyond the limits of its lush green pitch (field); it rallies neighbors, provides hope to citizens, gives countries respect and a sense of honor.
By elan on Muslims from www.elanthemag.com
Muslims in America woke up to some happy news today - the new Miss USA is Muslim! Rima Fakih of Dearborn, Michigan, is a Lebanese immigrant whose family celebrates both Muslim and Christian faiths, according to the Associated Press. Last night, she made history by winning the Miss USA 2010 crown. 
By l0gikal on Politics from news.yahoo.com
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Wednesday announced business initiatives to benefit women in Muslim countries as part of a broader drive this week to promote US-Muslims economic ties.
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By l0gikal on Images from www.boston.com
As photographer Christopher Churchill met with Muslims from across the Boston area, the conversations ranged from women and independence to peace and violence to the role of religion in their lives. 
By l0gikal on Opinion from www.islamtimes.org
Muslims in America are a widely diverse group. Yet they all come together like the beautiful colors and shapes one finds in a patchwork quilt, all united to one degree or another under the banner of Islam. 
By l0gikal on Politics from latimesblogs.latimes.com
President Barack Obama appointed Rashad Hussain as the U.S. special envoy to the Muslim world. Hussain will be representing the U.S. in the 56-member Organization of Islamic Conferences. Hussain, a second generation Indian American Muslim, was already serving as the Deputy Associate Counsel to the President. The appointment of Hussain is a small, but important step in the right direction to restoring America’s standing in the Muslim world. The U.S. has a serious credibility problem in the Middle East and restoring it requires not only military power, but soft power as well. Obama beginning his speech with “Asalam Alaykum,” and appointing a Muslim scholar as the U.S. envoy will resonate with the people of the Middle East and increase U.S. soft power. 
By IslamOnline on News from www.islamonline.net
