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Religion
Drum Beat
The Brian Lehrer Show
November 25, 2009
The Hajj
The Brian Lehrer Show
November 23, 2009
The largest gathering on Earth, the Hajj, is happening this week. The annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca draws some 3 million people to Saudi Arabia from all over the world. Blogger
Are you making the Hajj this year? Have you gone in the past? Tell us about your experience. Comment below!
Museum of God
Studio 360
November 20, 2009
Amateur paleontologist Jon Halsey isn't afraid to turn over a few rocks. By digging in areas near his home outside of Dallas, he's been able to amass an extensive collection of fossils which he stores in his garage. He calls the collection "The American Museum of God," revering the power he believes is behind his discoveries. Lindsay Patterson went digging with Halsey in the bed of the Sulfur River.
Africans and African Americans
The Brian Lehrer Show
November 16, 2009
The Maine Event: Marriage on the Ballot
The Brian Lehrer Show
November 03, 2009
A referendum on same sex marriage in Maine may serve as a bellwether for legislation around the country.
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People will be voting on other ballot initiatives all over the country.
The Pope's Latest Plan
The Brian Lehrer Show
November 02, 2009
Sex Abuse in Brooklyn's Orthodox Jewish Community
The Brian Lehrer Show
October 30, 2009
A spike in sex crimes victims coming forward in Brooklyn’s Orthodox Jewish community is seen a positive first step for law enforcement.
10 Questions to Ponder During Jewish Holidays
September 17, 2009
On the first day of Rosh Hashanah tomorrow, anyone who looks up at the billboards and marquees of Times Square will be able to participate in a bit of Jewish tradition. The Web service 10-Q, which s....
Journeying Through Muslim New York
The Brian Lehrer Show
September 17, 2009
NYPD Reaches Out to Muslim Community During Ramadan
September 04, 2009
This week marks the mid-point for Ramadan, the holiest month in the Muslim calendar. Estimates of the number of Muslims who call New York City home run as high as 800,000. For a decade, the NYPD has....
Ramadan Fasting Observation Begins
August 24, 2009
The hot weather might mean cold drinks for some people, but for Muslims observing Ramadan, drinks -- and food -- aren't an option. The holy month began Saturday and that means fasting between dawn an....
Muslim Community Encouraged by Immigrant Affairs Commissioner
August 12, 2009
Members of the city's Muslim community are expressing optimism about Mayor Bloomberg's choice for a new immigrant affairs commissioner. He appointed an education adviser from his administration named....
Amanpour on the Future of the Muslim World
The Leonard Lopate Show
August 13, 2009
CNN's chief international correspondent
NYPD Reaches Out to Muslim Community Ahead of Ramadan
August 11, 2009
The NYPD is preparing for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan by keeping the lines of communication open with the Muslim community, including some of its own officers. WNYC's Bob Hennelly has more. REP....
Jews and Organ Donation
The Brian Lehrer Show
July 27, 2009
Gay New Yorkers Celebrate Indian Ruling on Homosexuality
July 02, 2009
A court ruling in India has gay and lesbian activists in New York jumping for joy. The Delhi High Court ruled that India's colonial era laws against homosexuality are unconstitutional. New York activ....
Groups Decry Discrimination Against Sikhs in Schools
June 30, 2009
Some civic and community groups say the city's regulation to stop harassment in public schools, isn't working. A report released today by the Sikh Coalition and other groups says most students see no....
City Council Wants Muslim Holidays Added to School Calendar
June 30, 2009
The City Council is urging the Bloomberg administration to add two Muslim holidays to the public school calendar. Councilwoman Annabel Palma supported the resolution that passed this afternoon. PALM....
Senator Diaz Meets With Religious Leaders
June 25, 2009
While New York State Senators were in Albany not holding a special session again today, Bronx Senator Ruben Diaz was meeting with new Archbishop Timothy Dolan and other religious leaders in Manhattan....
Small Schools, Big Issues
The Brian Lehrer Show
June 22, 2009
Small specialized high schools have bloomed across the city in the past several years. Are they better for students? Do they hurt the remaining large high schools? Plus, the latest on Iran; when Moms are too cool for school; free living in an ad-saturated age; and a preview of decisions the Supreme Court is expected to hand down as their session ends.
Sikh Transit Workers Protest MTA Logos on Turbans
June 16, 2009
Sikh transit workers forced to wear MTA logos on their turbans since 9-11 will appeal to local legislators today at City Hall. Two of the workers are suing the MTA claiming the policy amounts to rel....
Six Days in Breukelen
June 06, 2009
This year New Yorkers are celebrating the 400th anniversary year of Henry Hudson’s voyage from Amsterdam to our shores. Some students in Brooklyn are getting a history lesson about the Dutch settle....
Five Women Artists: Five Takes on Islam
June 05, 2009
Islam is in the air – from Barack Obama’s big speech, to a festival in New York this month of Muslim arts and ideas. Among those voices are five young women artists who have a show at the Museum....
NYC Muslims React to Obama's Speech
June 04, 2009
President Obama's speech to the Islamic world has generated intense excitement among New York City's Muslims. Haroon Moghul works for the Islamic Center at NYU. He says he only realized what a big ....
