The Future is Islamic Finance

It may not have escaped your attention that during the Credit Crunch, the bankrupt nature of Capitalism and bailout of the banks, apart from causing huge controversy also resulted in an interesting debate about the western financial system.

Part of that debate has involved a re-examination of the casino capitalism, over hedging and gambling by spivs in the City, which without the taxpayer bailout could have turned a recession into a depression.

The major beneficiary of this debate has been the closer scrutiny of Islamic finance particularly in view of the UK Govt's declared intention of turning London into "Europe's gateway to Islamic Finance"

This report in the Guardian shows Islamic Finance as one of the fastest growing sectors in banking with a significant increase in applications for courses at University this September.

Perhaps some good can come after all from the misery we are suffering as a result of the gross incompetence and negligence by our capitalist bankers who still, despite their crass stupidity are benefiting from bonuses.

Arab Muslims save London's tourist trade

London Muslim previously wrote about the importance of the annual summer Arab invasion of London.

This article goes into more detail and is indicative of how important Muslims are to the success of the tourist and retail trade here in London.

American Jews remember Rachel Corrie

The San Francisco Jewish Film festival has shown a documentary of Rachel Corrie which has caused controversy due to an invite to Rachel's mother Cindy.

Muslim Schoolboy killed by Police Car

A Muslim schoolkid, Khaleel Khan was killed in East Ham, London, when struck by a Police car answering a 999 Call.

Khaleel died from a broken neck.

Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi Rajoon.

British Curry Awards 2009

London Muslim cant deny being partial to the odd curry.

The annual BCA awards are the Oscars for the spicy curry industry where members of the public nominate their favourite Balti House and have them judged by Curry experts.

So, what are you waiting for details on how you can nominate your favourite Balti House can be found here

Mehdi Hasan responds to Zionists

Mehdi Hassan has unequivocally responded to the allegations made by the shyster's at "Harry's Place".

What is going on?

First the Foreign Affairs Committee correctly says Hamas should be engaged.

Then the US and UK say we should be talking to the Taliban.

Yes, but why does it take thousands of dead Afghans and almost two hundred dead British soldiers before we also reach this correct conclusion?

UK soldiers dead in Afghanistan (191)

Another Two British Soldiers have been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 191.

Next of Kin have been informed

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40% to a new high last year. A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

Muslims refuse to use alcohol based swine flu gel

For crying out loud stories like this are becoming so ridiculous.

London Muslim makes no claim to being a scholar of Islam however, while the Quran prohibits the consumption of Alcohol my understanding is, as a last resort, where there are no other substitutes, Alcohol is allowed for Medicinal purposes only.

For those who support the refusal to use the swine flu gel do you not realise you provide succour to the likes of the Daily Mail to run with these Islamophobic stories and portray Islam as a backward faith struggling to cope with modernity. This is the story that all should be reading about Alcohol consumption.

Vaccines used to inoculate children contain alcohol and are consumed unlike the Gel which is not consumed but only wiped on the hands. Are these Muslims also aware that the bread they eat contains pork that the fruit juices they drink contain emulsifiers thus traces of alcohol that baby wipes contain alcohol.

This is the same mindset that leads Muslim medical students (you would think they have the odd brain cell) to behave like this.

Second Muslim dies following Tooting Arson attack

Following the death of 15 year old Maleha Masud during an arson attack in Tooting, London, it is now sadly reported that her Sister Nabiha Masud 21 has also died as a result of injuries sustained from the same attack.

Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi Rajoon

Where's the outrage?

Find a swastika near a synagogue and rightly all hell breaks loose.

Don't suppose Queen Elizabeth 11 can tear herself away from the Corgis to send her condolences?

The scum who is charged with attempted Murder is due to appear at the Old Bailey on 17 September.

Saudi Beauty Queen

While not necessarily Berlusconi's idea of interesting television a Saudi Beauty Queen in a fantastic and respectful manner has been crowned "Queen of Beautiful morals" without showing her face or body.

Just goes to show women do not have to be used as mere objects for mens desire in order to prove their beauty, of more importance is their intelligence and morals.

Naked unmarried Indian girls pray for rain

Perhaps one benefit of living in London is we don't have to contemplate this rather desperate and excessive measure when praying for rain.

Pope and Vatican "plan to wipe out Jews"

Having wiped out Palestine and tried their very best to wipe out Gaza the inappropriately named Israeli Defence Force have come up with an astonishing claim that the Vatican is teaching Hezbollah how to kill Jews according to a report in Haaretz

Naturally having let loose these deranged psychopaths to massacre innocent Gaza civilians the embarrassed IDF in a rather desperate manner distribute a story to try and deflect attention from their crimes.

Malaysian Film Director Yasmin Ahmad dies

London Muslim understands renowed film and advertising director Yasmin Ahmad died at about midnight Malaysian time following a stroke.

Inna lillahi wa Inna ilaihi Rajoon

UK soldiers dead in Afghanistan (189)

Another British Soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 189.

Next of Kin have been informed

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40% to a new high last year. A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

George Bush and his Zionist speechwriter

So now we know David "axis of evil" Frum the former speechwriter for George Bush has sort of come clean in an Economist debate about his Jewish ultra extreme nationalist views regarding the colonisation and occupation of Palestine by Zionists.

Frum who seems to think he looks like Brad Pitt claims the Jewish aspiration for a homeland is:

"rooted not in persecution but in a thousand years of Jewish political sovereignty, more than 3000 years of spiritual and religious connection and now more than 150 years of modern resettlement".

That's right "modern resettlement". He also talks of the need for Jerusalem to be Jewish because Muslims cant be trusted.

How on earth do Insects like Frum get anywhere near a US presidential teleprompter. These dangerous Zionists who invent terms like the "axis of evil" are not Americans they are Israeli first whose DNA puts Israel ahead of any country they temporarily reside in.

We in the UK also have a number of these Zionists in this country politically and in the media whose allegiance is Israel first. This dual loyalty needs to be exposed and will be.

Mehdi Hasan

The vile pathetic creatures who run "Harry's Place" have decided to attack Mehdi Hassan, Senior Editor (Politics) at the New Statesman. The reason, well lets not mince our words Mehdi is a Muslim who has successfully and on merit become a very influential Journalist at one of the most established political journals in this country.

The site run by a Jew called David Toube a vicious little prick whose love of Israel and the Iraq war makes him one of nastiest creatures on the blogosphere constantly attacks Muslims who stand up for the community eg, Inayat Bunglawala, Azad Ali etc etc.

This Mehdi thread is the most openly libellous, racist and Islamophobic thread one can imagine against a Muslim journalist's integrity and reputation who, in my opinion should not hesitate to sue.

London Muslim is all for free speech but frankly for the reasons outlined by Mehdi's News Statesman colleague James Macintyre here the thread has crossed the line into defamation of character and a writ should be issued forthwith. Interestingly HT are already beginning to take down certain posts.

More Saudi Nationals claim UK asylum after Princess

Apparently following my previous post about the Saudi Princess (my sources claim the King's wife) it now seems there are more Saudi's in the UK Asylum queue.

Aside from the secrecy of Saudi cases, which lets be honest, is about preventing any embarrassment for the House of Saud, what gets my Halal goat is why a wealthy loaded princess who has a leg over with a non Muslim British bloke gets through the system.

However, a perhaps altogether more worthy and genuine case of a trade union organiser (Yahya Al Faifi) who mobilised BAE workers in Saudi following a dramatic cut in terms and conditions gets threatened by the Saudis, leaves the country but loses his asylum claim.

Summer school for emerging Muslim leaders

Future Muslim leaders from around the world are taking part in a two week course designed to inspire new leaders.

The idea behind the summer school comes from Mosaic which was founded by the Prince of Wales to support young Muslims in deprived areas of the UK as well as breaking down the barriers of suspicion that currently exist in this Islamophobic climate.

While wary of the Foreign Office role given their tendency to establish charlatans in the Muslim community like the Quilliam Foundation, London Muslim warmly welcomes the work of Mosaic who are increasingly establishing a reputation for outstanding cohesion work amongst Muslims both domestically and internationally.

QPR sign Muslim Moroccan football international Taarabt

Forgive the slightly indulgent nature of this post but the other passion in life is following my beloved Queens Park Rangers while the other glory seekers of West London follow Chelski.

As a result, overjoyed with the signing of Adel Tarabat from Spurs who when he was with us last year looked an excellent prospect. With QPR now sponsored by Gulf Air it makes good business sense that, subject to being good enough, QPR seek to ensure their players (and supporters) are broadly reflective of West London's diversity. A few more good Muslim players (sorry Zesh) and Edgware Road will be deserted on match days.

The next step is to ensure through the outstanding work of Andy Evans and his Community Trust team QPR bring on young Muslim football talent from the Bush and White City.

Talking of glory seekers its interesting to see large numbers of black and Asian kids and their parents support certain London clubs who traditionally have had a rather ugly racist following namely Chelsea (Headhunters) & West Ham (ICF). All the more bemusing is watching (for some reason) mainly Asian players on a Sunday down the local park wearing Man Utd & Liverpool shirts when the furthest north they've travelled is Hounslow or Southall. Bizarre.

Come on u Rsssss.

Brutal London "Honour Crime"

A man in East London is fighting for his life after having sulphuric acid poured down his throat and being stabbed following his affair with a young married Muslim girl.

The disgusting brutality of this attack where the man in question also appears to to have been set alight brings into focus again the issue of "honour crime" within the Muslim community which I'll be returning to in future posts.

Hajj goes ahead but with conditions

Following my previous post on the Hajj, Arab Health ministers have now decided to ban the elderly, young and chronically ill from the Hajj in order to contain the spread of the Swine Flu.

Sounds like sensible precautions to me.

UK soldiers dead in Afghanistan (188)

Another British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 188.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

American airline apologises to former Indian President Kalam

Red faced officials at Continental Airlines have rightly apologised to former Muslim President of India, Abdul Kalam for making him take his shoes off then frisking him prior to boarding a flight in Delhi.

You do have to wonder, if some of these American's had their way even Mother Theresa would have been frisked. Whose next Mandela, Dalai Lama, how about Aung San Suu Kyi if she ever escapes Burma's Millitary.

Halal Camel Milk Chocolate coming soon

According to a report on Al Arabiya following the success of Goat and Sheep's milk chocolate, Dubai's Al Nassma plans to sell the world's first camel milk chocolate.

Al Nassma which is owned by Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammad bin Al Makhtoum initially plans to export to Saudi before selling globally up to 100 tons of the dark stuff to posh outfits like Harrods.

For all my discerning readers concerned about the calorie intake did you know that camels milk is seen as healthier than cow's milk, contains five times more vitamin C, less fat, less lactose and more insulin thus making it a good option for diabetics and the lactose intolerant.

Natasha Khan aka Bat for Lashes

Congratulations to Natasha Khan for the recent nomination to the Mercury Prize awards.

Natasha was born in London (Wembley) to Anglo Pakistani parents and is the niece of one of the finest Muslim sportsmen of all time the former world squash champion Jahangir Khan.

Will the Hajj be cancelled due to Swine Flu?

Like most Government's around the world battling to contain the spread of Swine Flu the Saudi authorities are also coming under increasing pressure as the virus increases

London Muslim understands that an Emergency meeting has been called by Arab Health Ministers tomorrow to discuss what precautions need to be established ahead of the Umra and Hajj. However, presumably scholars also need to be discussing what fatwa to issue in view of the sensitivity. From my soundings amongst the London Muslim community the feedback is no individual has the right to cancel something ordained by Allah (SWT) in the Quran.

One marvels at the extraordinary logistical operation involved in this amazing compulsory pilgrimage for all Muslims however, the Saudis need to be on the front foot ensuring there is clarity amongst Muslims on what the position is rather than allowing the rumour mill to take hold. After all Muslims around the world spend their lifetime preparing for the Hajj.

This was the previous advice from Saudi Arabia.

While some in the UK have already hinted that the Hajj should be cancelled the difficulty arises when different countries issue conflicting advice.

London Muslim will report on Wednesday's meeting but its not inconceivable that following pressure from the World Health Organisation the Hajj could be cancelled.

UK soldiers dead in Afghanistan (187)

Another British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 187.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

Saudi Arabian Princess given UK Asylum

According to the Independent a married Saudi Princess who had an illegitimate child with a British man -who is not Muslim - when visiting London, has been granted asylum in the UK.

What always intrigues me about anything to do with Saudi Arabia is the secrecy that's often associated with the story.

Apparently asylum cases involving Saudi citizens are never acknowledged by either country. Why?

Anyway, if any of my readers in Saudi know who the Princess was or who her very wealthy ex family are drop me a line.

Can't somehow see her down the job center or housing applying for a council house.

*** UPDATE***

Got a tip off that the "Princess" could in fact be one of the King's Wifes.

UK soldiers dead in Afghanistan (186)

Another British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 186.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

Amir Khan: British Muslim World Boxing Champion

Many Congratulations to Amir Khan who becomes another British Muslim Boxing World Champion after Prince Naseem Hamid.

I think Chris Eubank reverted to Islam after his boxing career ended?

Lets hope for more Muslim role models in sport, Politics and the professions. As President Obama recently said:

" Your destiny is in your hands, and don't you forget that... No excuses! No excuses!"

Mosque Jams Mobile phone calls

London Muslim has often been annoyed when praying in a Mosque only to be disturbed with the sound of a ringtone from someones mobile phone sounding.

Imagine my delight when I read that in Kenya they have discovered a device which jams the mobile phone signals preventing the phone ringing and disturbing prayers.

Can I urge all mosques where I pray in London to seriously consider introducing this device please.

UK Muslims prevent Terrorist atrocity

London Muslim welcomes the outstanding conduct of the Bristol Muslim community who through their tip off prevented a possible terrorist atrocity.

Public school Revert and Heroin addict Isa Ibrahim when he was not having a bad hair day thought it appropriate to blow up a shopping centre in Bristol and kill innocent civilians. Twat.

However, thanks to Muslims in Bristol who became increasingly suspicious of his erratic behaviour and conduct they informed the Police who stormed his flat and found explosive devices.

Clearly and noticeably there is a growing narrative developing as the Muslim community takes a stand against the fruitcakes in our midst some of whom through their perverted interpretation of our faith appear to justify mass murder.

Most recently Luton Muslims took a stand and literally kicked out Saif Islam from Luton and now Bristol Muslims act against Isa Ibrahim. Enough is enough.

London Somali Youth Forum

London Muslim congratulates the (LSYF) regarding the outstanding work they are doing on behalf of the Somali community.

Fantastic Muslim news story about community engagement, role models and combating gang culture which is probably why you wont find it on any other mainstream political blog.

The Israel Lobby

London Muslim was the only UK political blog to cover the news about President Obama's private meeting with Jewish groups.

Following the meeting between Obama and American Jews, Steve Walt in yet another fantastic article dissects the power and influence of the Israel Lobby.

UK soldiers dead in Afghanistan (185)

Another British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 185.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

Blair has "suspected Swine Flu"

Cherie not Tony. Hope she makes a full recovery.

American Jews hold private meeting with Obama

The New York Times has a report on what was supposed to be a private meeting between American Jewish leaders and President Obama. The meeting was held in order for Jews to express their concern to Obama about his criticism of Israel on the illegal settlements and apparent softning on his Iran policy.

While London Muslim is not surprised by the Israel Lobby's ability to summon the US president to a meeting what does seem increasingly apparent is how some in the lobby appear less guarded in unequivocally pursuing Israeli interests ahead of America's interests.

Rich Gulf Arab Shopping Invasion of London

Rich Gulf Arabs are set for their Annual summer shopping invasion of London's West End with the London Paper reporting an estimated 140,000 expected to spend £250m before Ramadan begins in August. Unfortunately, I can't seem to find John Dunne's article online.

Without wishing to promote the stereotypical view of rich stupid Arabs wasting huge sums of money shopping what saddened me about this story is why these Gulf Arabs don't appear to share the same passion for ending the injustice and suffering their fellow Muslims endure worldwide eg the daily suffering in Palestine.

London Muslim is naturally delighted that during this difficult economic climate the London retail trade rather than burkha banning Paris will be the beneficiaries of this largess.

However, Muslims are obligated and have a responsibility to help our fellow Brothers.

You will see the believers in their mutual kindness, love and sympathy just like one body. When a limb complains the whole body responds to it with wakefulness and fever. (Bukhari/Muslim)

Rich Gulf Arabs should be sharing the wealth which Allah has bestowed upon them not sending their wife's to beauty counters to stock up on designer labels and fragrances.

They........... spend freely of what we have bestowed upon them (Q42:38)

Israeli War Crimes in Gaza admitted by IDF soldiers

The shocking, sadistic and brutal murder of innocent Palestinians in Gaza by Israel has been confirmed in a report from Israeli soldiers.

This cruel massacre which killed well over a 1000 helpless Palestinians was genocide. However, Israel's PR machine (Murdoch News) will continue to push the racist myth that the perpetrators of War Crimes are somehow the victims and as a result don't expect to see Olmert in the Hague where he belongs.

Amir Khan questioned by police about car crash

Amir Khan has been questioned by Police about an incident involving a collision between his car and a cyclist.

While many have had the misfortune to be questioned by the Police about motoring offences one does have to say Amir appears to be getting into a bit of a habit regarding Police enquiries of one sort or another.

UAE Sheikh gifts UK Prince world's largest Falcon

According to reports, His Highness Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, provided Prince Andrew aka Randy Andy with the worlds largest Falcon as a gift "in recognition of the relationship between the UK and UAE".

London Muslim has to ask what exactly has Randy Andy done to deserve such a gift from the Muslim rulers of the UAE? Unlike Prince Charles who has spoken about his respect for Islam I cant recall anything from Andy criticising the virulent Islamaphobia that currently exists in the UK and more widely in other western countries.

As a result I say to my fellow Muslim brothers and sisters in the UAE (many of whom read this blog) please start a healthy constructive debate within your countries about the role of your royal families particularly when they behave in a misguided manner. Muslims in the UK are under attack, literally being burned to death, our Mosques are firebombed, politically we have the rise of the Nazi BNP who call Islam "a cancer" without a word of support or encouragement from some members of the UK royal family and UAE sheikh's reward them with gifts.

Israeli PM Slams Obama's advisors as "Self Hating Jews"

The Israeli PM Benjamin Nutty Yaboo has become increasingly paranoid with anyone who crosses his path.

According to this article even President Obama's advisers Rahm Emanuel and David Axelrod dont escape his shocking anti Semitic rants. Interestingly, the Zionists spokesman Mark Regev doesn't really deny the story

Moreover, apparently Nutty Yaboo according to the Jerusalam Post recently told his Dad he never wanted a Palestinian state and deliberately set conditions knowing the Palestinians could never agree to them.

Tories adopt Islamic approach to divorce

The Tory Party may be about to unintentionally adopt the Islamic approach to Divorce.

Islam discourages divorce but, unlike some religions, does make provisions for divorce by either party. Islam encourages the husband and wife to appoint arbitrators as the first step to aid in reconciliation in the process of divorce. If the reconciliation step fails, both the man and woman are guaranteed the right to divorce as established in the Quran.

The pronouncement by the husband may be verbal or written, but once made, there is to be a waiting period of three months ('Iddah).

Imagine my surprise when I read that the "cooling off" period proposed by the Tory think tank is coincidentally three months and as in the case on arbitrators in Islam, the Tory think tank is also proposing a "network of family relationship centres".

Israel's Internet Thought Police

The Zionist settler colonialist state of Israel appears to have discovered they are rather unpopular throughout the world for their occupation of Palestinian land.

As a result the shysters at the Israeli Foreign Office have come up with a plan to establish an "Internet warfare squad" to try and improve the image of Israel.

This article correctly states that:

Good PR cannot make the reality in the occupied territories prettier. Children are being killed, homes are being bombed, and families are starved. Yet nonetheless, the Foreign Ministry wants to try to change the situation

UK Soldiers Dead in Afghanistan (184)

More British soldier's have been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 184.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

Was Michael Jackson Murdered because he was a Muslim?

The mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of Michael Jackson seemed to deepen today with news that murder has not been ruled out

The truth is always slow to emerge when surrounded by the swirl of conspiracy. After all the authorities never did get to the bottom of Princess Diana and her car crash. Questions remain about "Greek Phil's" role in her death and the role of the Establishment in bumping her off because she may have been carrying a Muslim child c/o Dodi Fayed.

Sadiq Khan is the UK's first Muslim Privy Counsellor

London Muslim warmly congratulates Sadiq Khan on his appointment to the Privy Council thus becoming the first Muslim to achieve such a position.


As the only blog that championed Sadiq's deserved appointment to the Cabinet naturally his continuing rise through the political ranks is all the more pleasing.


However, London Muslim must continue to confess misgiving's about Sadiq on two fronts. Firstly, why is a Tooting born lad supporting Liverpool FC (glory seeker) and what's with his dress sense back in 70's with those flair jeans?

UK Soldiers dead in Afghanistan (178)

Two British soldier's has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 178.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

176

Another British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 176.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

175

Another British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 175.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

7 July London Bombing Memorial

London Muslim's thoughts and prayers will be with the victims and families today as we remember the outrageous killing of innocent civilians on our transport network.

The attack killed people of all faiths (including a Muslim) and people of no faith. Londoner's simply going about their normal business slain by murderers claiming to be "Muslim" who through their twisted interpretation of our faith thought they were entitled to kill western civilians in response to the military occupation's of Muslim lands.

London Muslim has and will continue to call for the removal of all foreign troops from Iraq and Afghanistan however, lets get one thing straight there is absolutely no justification whatsoever for the cold blooded murder of Innocent civilans in response to the western military interventions.

As the Quran makes clear

Whoever Killed a human being, except as punishment for murder or other villany in the land, shall be regarded as having killed all mankind; and that whoever saved a human life shall be regarded as having saved all mankind

5:32

174

Another British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 174.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

172 & 173

Two British soldiers have been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 173.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

Israel is behaving like Nazis: NBC's Tom Brokaw

While London Muslim has previously mentioned the changing tone of Americans towards Israel I think the following question by Tom Brokaw to President Obama was an astonishing example of that change:

Tom Brokaw:

What can the Israelis learn from your visit to Buchenwald and what should they be thinking about their treatment of Palestinians?

Obama:

Well, look there’s no equivalency here. The Holocaust is sui generis and I would not presume to ever try to suggest to Jews how to think about the Holocaust.

Can you ever imagine a British Journalist from Murdoch's empire or a Paxman/Dimbelby asking that question of our Prime Minister?

Hitler got things done says Bernie Ecclestone

I'n not entirely sure where to start with what appears a largely anti semitic rant by Eccelstone in a Times interview.

The admiration and praise for "strong leaders" like Hitler "getting the job done" seems to be an implicit reference to 6 million Jews being sent to the gas chambers. It goes without saying an outrageous thing to say. Ecclestone does have form with his previous remarks about F1 needing a "black, Jewish Woman to win some races".

However, I side with Ecclestone where he gets it right on criticising the military occupations of Iraq and Afghanistan he says "We move into countries and we have no idea of the culture". Fair point on this only.

Moreover, my understanding is the Nazi's were not particularly keen on vertically challenged characters like Ecclestone. Perhaps he may want to bear that in mind the next time he praises the Third Reich.

Paris Hilton appoints Muslim Cultural Guide

The Daily Excrement recently reported that Paris Hilton appointed a Muslim guide in order to ensure she dosnt offend the authorities in Dubai with her revealing attire when she jets in to do some filming.

Lets hope she continues in the same vein when she returns from Dubai.

Michael Jackson's Muslim Burial

If reports are to believed it increasingly looks like Michael Jackson may have a Muslim burial.

Apparently, Jermain Jackson is playing a leading role, explaining the Janazah prayer to the family.

Tony Blair Gets a black eye

Apparently our great ex war leader Tony Blair turned up to today's Labour Friends Of India Annual bash with a black eye.

Unfortunately, London Muslim cant claim credit.

170 & 171

Two British soldiers have been killed in Afghanistan taking the number killed to 171.

Next of kin have been informed.

The number of civilians killed in Afghanistan's worsening conflict jumped 40 percent to a new high last year, A record 2,118 civilians died from violence last year, up from 1,523 the previous year.

Next of kin have yet to be informed.

Murder of Muslim girl in Tooting

Following my previous post sadly and tragically it is now reported that 15 year old Maleha Masud has died from her injuries sustained as a result of an arson attack. The rest of the family are still critically ill in a London hospital.

Our immediate prayers are with the family.

Now that the scum have been arrested and charged by the Police I think all decent folk from faith and non faith communities should have been outside Balham Youth court where the case was listed to be heard this morning in order to protest Peacefully and express our disgust as Londoners at what occurred in our great city.

London Muslim called both the Balham Mosques and Tooting Islamic Centre to establish what they were doing on behalf of the family and community. Neither answered the phone.

*** UPDATE***

London Muslim has just spoken to BBC London about why there was no coverage on their afternoon bulletin. They claim the BBC has followed this story but due to court restrictions will now not be able to report further in detail.