Turkeys religious schools spark clash over secularism
In Istanbul a public address ritual at a preacher school draws hundreds to mosques and highlights the battle between the Welfare party and secular forces. Critics warn of indoctrination while supporters cite discipline and high exam scores. the fight includes a military push to cut years at religious schools and mass protests demanding preservation.
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Islamic Welfare Party
Welfare Parliament
Ibrahim Halil Celik
Algeria
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United States
National Security Council
Necmettin Erbakan
Suleyman) Demirel
Gender Segregation and Islamic Rules Highlighted in Schools
The article notes sex segregated classes and strict adherence to Islamic ideals including shunning alcohol and girls’ limited roles. It cites that girls comprise nearly half of religious school enrollment and quotes a 13 year old boy endorsing the separation saying it is what the Koran teaches and that mixing with girls is wrong.
Harriman Auction Nets $7 Million In Two Days At Sothebys
A three day sale of Pamela Harriman treasures raised 6.99 million by Tuesday with bidding strong on George III bed and Victorian chairs sales far exceeding estimates. The late diplomat’s possessions include a Regency dining table and portraits among 10 lot lineup. Proceeds are to benefit her son Winston Churchill and his estranged wife.
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New York
Pamela Harriman
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George III
Sotheby’s
Matthew Weigman
England
France
Harriman
U.S
Winston Churchill
Roosevelt
Josef Stalin
Chiang Kai-Shek
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