Rumi Forum bestows Peace and Dialogue Awards

Ali H. Aslan

The Rumi Forum, a think tank established by Turks living in Washington, D.C., to foster intercultural dialogue, has presented its traditional Peace and Dialogue Awards.

The 2010 Rumi Peace and Dialogue Awards ceremony was held on Tuesday at the National Press Club's Ballroom in Washington, D.C. The think thank gave awards to extraordinary individuals and organizations who have contributed much of their time, energy, leadership and dedication to the causes of dialogue, understanding, peace and community service.

Kimse Yok Mu to distribute meat in 44 countries

Today's Zaman

A leading Turkish charity has organized an extensive campaign to deliver red meat to people in need in 44 countries around the world.

Kimse Yok Mu (Is Anybody There) is continuing its collection of livestock donations for the approaching religious festival of Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice), during which all able Muslims are required to sacrifice an animal to God. The four-day festival will begin on Nov. 16.