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Honour killings & culture integration

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The ‘honour killing’ of 17-year-old Banaz Mahmod‘s is a shocking story  but is it a lesson to us? Her family had been living in the UK for 7 years when they married her off to a stranger arriving from Iraq. They did so to get respect from the immigrant community they lived in. Banaaz was repeatedly beaten and raped. Her parents responded by telling her to be a better wife. Banaz pleaded with the UK police for help on 5 occasions. They ignored her. Banaz left her husband. One year … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!

Joke: Culture From a Different View

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Indian Chief “Two Eagles” was asked by a white U.S. Government official, “You have observed the white man for 90 years. You’ve seen his wars and his technological advances. You’ve seen his progress, and the damage he’s done.” The Chief nodded in agreement. The official continued, “Considering all these events, in you opinion, where did the white man go wrong?” The Chief calmly replied: “When white man find land, Indians running it – no taxes, no debt. Plenty buffalo. Plenty beaver. Clean water. Medicine man free. Indian man spend all … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!