"The Obama administration has painted itself into a corner in Syria, calling loudly for revolutionary change, repeatedly stating that Assad must go, and then failing to find Syrian opposition leaders it can wholeheartedly endorse" --The American Interest Disappointed with his latest attempt to broker a durable ceasefire, Lakhdar Brahimi was quick to lament that the situation in Syria is getting worse. A couple weeks earlier he expressed similar sentiments. He…

As Steve Jobs personal biography by Walter Isaacson hits bookshops around the world a fierce debate rages about his rank amongst America's greatest innovators. For some, however, Steve Jobs has earned the right to be included amongst the world's top inventors. In any case, Americans feel proud about his achievements and given America's domination of the Nobel Prize, there is strong belief that America's pre-eminence in science and technology is…

As Ramadan begins, many Muslims review the best and worst moments of their lives. Ramadan often signifies a clean slate by trying to overcome our shortcomings by molding into the best possible Islamic personality. We repent for our previous sins and missteps in life. Hopeful and optimistic, many people make resolutions to change their lives for the better. As Muslims, we must recount our actions and sentiments every single day…