2007 Consulate Distributions
Middle East Quartet, Fighting Breast Cancer, World Music, Ramadan in US
September 25, 07 Distributions:
Middle East Quartet Meeting at United National General Assembly Meeting
The Quartet principals met today together with the Quartet Representative Tony Blair. The Quartet recognized the present opportunity for progress and the robust regional and international desire for peace in the Middle East. The Quartet expressed its strong support for the ongoing bilateral talks between Prime Minister Olmert and President Abbas and welcomed the formation of Israeli and Palestinian teams to discuss the core issues (Read More)
U.S., Middle Eastern Experts Join in Fighting Breast Cancer
When Kendra Woods asked 25 colleagues at America’s leading cancer treatment center to serve as advisers for a program to fight breast cancer in the Middle East, she expected about 10 people to agree. Instead, she got all 25 -- plus another person who heard about it. (Read More)
Partnerships Help U.S., Developing Nations Promote Clean Energy
A growing number of international public-private partnerships is helping developing nations around the world adopt forward-looking climate policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution and improve citizens’ access to energy services. (Read More)
Genesis World Music Ensemble Weaves Unique Tapestry of Styles
Neither vast physical distances, nor language barriers, nor religious differences could prevent the Genesis World Music Ensemble from putting together a performance for a packed house at the Kennedy Center August 27.
Muslim Students Observe Ramadan Away from Home
Maher Ali, 19, is a freshman at Georgetown University in Washington, and it is the first time he is observing Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of reflection and fasting, on his own. (Read More)
Muslims Find Spiritual Home at Midwestern Mosque
A modest building with a blue dome, the Darul Arqum Islamic Center nestles in a quiet neighborhood not far from the State University of Iowa in Ames. The mosque serves members of the local Muslim community, including international students. (Read More)
For U.S. Muslims, Ramadan Is Reminder To Help Local Communities
The sacred month of Ramadan, observed by Muslims worldwide, is a time of spiritual renewal, with a strong focus on performing good deeds and deepening ties with neighbors and local communities. (Read More)