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 Dr. Ari Babaknia has written four volumes on the Holocaust in his native language, Farsi.
May 25th, 2012
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With Holocaust book in Farsi, Iranian-American author plugs a historical holeBy Kim Segal, CNN (CNN) - When he first became interested in learning about the Holocaust in the 1990s, Dr. Ari Babaknia had trouble finding any literature on the subject written in his native tongue, Farsi. The California-based physician wanted answers to basic questions: Where was the rest of the world as millions were exterminated? And when did the world learn what was happening? “There’s plenty of books in English on this, and the Farsi-speaking people, I thought - they’re not aware of this,” Babaknia says. “It’s something they should know about.”
May 25th, 2012
12:43 PM ET
Perkins on opposing same-sex marriage(CNN)–Tony Perkins, head of the conservative Family Research Council, argues that children lose when gay marriage is legalized and that such unions represent the death knell of marriage. Perkins spoke with CNN's Brooke Baldwin.  Muslim community leaders hold a news conference in February at Rutgers University to address police surveillance of Muslims.
May 25th, 2012
12:27 PM ET
NJ attorney general: NYPD surveillance of Muslims was legalBy the CNN Wire Staff New York (CNN) - New York City police didn't violate New Jersey state laws when they carried out surveillance programs of Muslim-owned business, mosques and university student groups, according to a Thursday statement from the New Jersey attorney general's office. The findings are the product of a three-month review meant to address concerns expressed by Muslim community leaders, who had instead called for a formal investigation. Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa said law enforcement officials are expected to meet regularly with the NYPD "to exchange information concerning counter-terrorism intelligence and operations," and establish more formal protocols for out-of-state policing. Chiesa's office said it will also establish a "Muslim outreach committee in order to enhance communication and encourage a greater understanding regarding issues of importance to both law enforcement and the Muslim community." FULL STORY
May 25th, 2012
12:11 PM ET
As Myanmar opens up, spiritual tourists journey inBy Paula Hancocks, CNN Yangon, Myanmar (CNN) - How’s this for a vacation schedule? Get up at 3 a.m., put off sleep till 11 p.m., and spend almost the whole day alone, in silence. It’s a typical day for a foreign tourist at the Mahasi meditation center here. Founded by the late Venerable Mahasi Sayadaw, the center opens its doors not only to Burmese residents but also to foreign visitors wishing to learn Buddhist meditation techniques.
May 25th, 2012
11:01 AM ET
Foxworthy hosts 'Biblical' new game show(CNN)– Comedian Jeff Foxworthy will host "American Bible Challenge," a new show premiering this summer on GSN. CNN's Carol Costello reports.
May 25th, 2012
04:28 AM ET
Belief Blog's Morning Speed Read for Friday, May 25
By Laura Koran, CNN Here's the Belief Blog’s morning rundown of the top faith-angle stories from around the United States and around the world. Click the headlines for the full stories. From the Blog: CNN: Why is obscure Bible verse from Exodus trending on Twitter? |
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