My father's hometown of Eyl, Somalia, was once a pirate's haven. I sat down with an ex-pirate to learn why

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Richard Dawkins goes on another ignorant Twitter rampage. The ugly underbelly of his worldview is anti-Muslim hate

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Hannity loves their criticism of Islam, NPR their personal triumph. But two voices must not define modern Muslims

Joe Biden comforted a grieving community in Monterey Park — it's what he does best. So why don't I feel better?

Prominent scholars and leaders worry that push for prayer center is hurting efforts to teach Americans about Islam

Children's Place pulls a sexist shirt, but it's just one of many