Al Qaeda Inc. might suffer some initial setbacks from Osama bin Laden's death, but so did Apple Inc. when shares dropped over rumors of Steve Jobs' illness. But it did not take long to realize that Jobs has established a highly functional … [Read more...] about Drug Trafficking, Kidnapping Fund Al Qaeda
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Cair Helps Shia Imam Nabi Raza Mir Return To Us
Federal Judge allows California Imam with suspected links to Hezbollah back into US despite Homeland Security objections. Nabi Raza Mir (a.k.a. Nabi Raza Abidi)is the Imam of The Shia Association of the Bay Area (SABA) Mosque, an Islamic center … [Read more...] about Cair Helps Shia Imam Nabi Raza Mir Return To Us
The Muslim Brotherhood Evolution: An Overview
The mass demonstrations that brought down the Hosni Mubarak regime might not have been started by the Muslim Brotherhood, which successive Egyptian governments had banned since 1954, but that well-funded and organized opposition group was quick to … [Read more...] about The Muslim Brotherhood Evolution: An Overview
The Pipeline Paradox
Despite the harsh sanctions imposed on it by the United States and United Nations, Iran continues to steadily accumulate geopolitical clout. Many commentators point to the fact that the cascading series of revolutions in the Middle East has given the … [Read more...] about The Pipeline Paradox
The International Solidarity Movement (Ism)
Lee's video presentation on this topic at the National Press Club can be found here. The full PDF report can be found here. Synopsis: "While armed terrorists seek mayhem and outright killing to exact political goals, the ISM infiltrates all levels … [Read more...] about The International Solidarity Movement (Ism)
Libel Tourism In Britain, R.I.P.?
The British government is, at last, moving to reform the country’s notorious libel law, which has long made London a magnet for frivolous lawsuits. The reform proposal presented to Parliament last week by Kenneth Clarke, the justice secretary, is far … [Read more...] about Libel Tourism In Britain, R.I.P.?
In Britain, Curbing Lawsuits Over Libel
Some tourists head to London to visit Big Ben or the Tate museum. For wealthy individuals or celebrities who feel that they can sue the news media under Britain’s libel laws, the Royal Courts of Justice have long been a popular stop. The issue rose … [Read more...] about In Britain, Curbing Lawsuits Over Libel
Protect Iran's Freedom Fighters In Camp Ashraf
In the early hours of Friday, April 8, while Washington and the media focused on a possible government shutdown, the Iraqi army assaulted a camp of Iranian civilians, called Camp Ashraf, murdering at least 28 residents and wounding hundreds more. … [Read more...] about Protect Iran's Freedom Fighters In Camp Ashraf
Change In British Law A Victory For Free Speech Worldwide
A change in British libel laws will correct a situation where draconian libel laws led to silence. Dr. Rachel Ehrenfeld won the battle for everyone. Britain is about to change its libel laws. This development rates as world news for a few reasons: … [Read more...] about Change In British Law A Victory For Free Speech Worldwide
Draft Defamation Bill Welcomed In US
Rachel Ehernfeld’s case highlighted the problem of “libel tourism” in English courts. Emily Badger got her reaction to the government’s proposed reforms The arrival of England’s draft defamation bill was cheered in the US, where the long reach of … [Read more...] about Draft Defamation Bill Welcomed In US