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Press release from Queen Noor of Jordan decrying honor killings.
http://www.noor.gov.jo/main/honorcrm.htm

Definitions of common Arabic Muslim names; an English translation of the 99 attributes of Allah and the meaning of the word 'Islam'.
http://www.geocities.com/sara1000.geo/

Information about Islamic natural parenting.
http://www.geocities.com/islam_ap/

An article looking at the coming transformation of the Muslim world caused by mass education.
http://www.biu.ac.il/SOC/besa/me...journal/1999/issue3/jv3n3a8.html

Articles about naming basics and the structure of Muslim names. Database can make suggestions for names based on a user's criteria.
http://www.domainfellow.com/Names/IslamicName.asp

A list of Muslim names and meanings.
http://www.muslim-names.co.uk

Discusses haram, khamr, drug abuse, drinking alcoholic beverages, from a Muslim perspective.
http://www.geocities.com/mikailtariq/haram.htm

An MWL position paper that looks at 'honor killings' as a problem of domination, power and hatred of women.
http://www.mwlusa.org/publications/positionpapers/hk.html

Discussion of whether the Qur'anic prohibition of marriage to unbelievers is applicable to all non-Muslims: particularly in regard to Muslim women marrying non-Muslims.
http://www.maryams.net/articles_marr01.html

An article that argues the Qur'an teaches that polygyny should only be practiced in exceptional circumstances and is not a divine unalienable right open to all men.
http://www.maryams.net/articles_pol01.html

An online book by Dr Ausaf Ali, presenting his perspective on issues of gender within the context of Muslim renewal. Includes brief biography.
http://cyber_bangla0.tripod.com/aa/AAli.html

Research on the position of Muslims in European society. Includes reports, and information on events, news, and country profiles.
http://euro-islam.info/

Assists Muslims in forming and maintaining a healthy family based on Islamic beliefs and principals. Features extensive documentation, expert advice, an online discussion forum, a free Muslim matrimonial service, and a set of products and services suited for all Muslim families.
http://al-usrah.net/

A group seeking Allah's repentance for Muslim brothers and sisters facing same-sex attractions. Contains articles, links and contact details.
http://www.al-tawbah.faithweb.com/