Sound Vision Staff Writer

These 14-plus days don't have to characterized by endless hours in front of the television or computer. They can be fun and educational if we plan activities that incorporate both. Here are 56 simple ideas people of all ages can enjoy this winter break.

Muslim communities across the US are expecting a backlash once the US-led war on Iraq starts. With the wounds of 911 fresh in their minds, many Muslims are not taking chances. They are preparing for all kinds of harassment and violence.

No study has been conducted about it yet, nor have statistics been compiled. But there are enough Muslims out there afraid of showing their Islam nowadays than we'd like to admit.
This year, share and show your Ramadan to the world!

If you are a victim of domestic violence, you must take action. You must get help. You are not alone.  Here are some practical things you can do to help end the nightmare for you and your family.

Domestic violence is not a phenomena restricted to a particular ethnic, cultural, religious or geographic group. It is a problem in almost all societies at varying levels. Here are some tips.

Domestic violence is a worldwide problem. Imams can play a positive role in ridding Muslim families of this social ill. These are seven ways Imams can deal with the issue in non-Western countries.

Goals help us aim higher in life, pushing us to do better, upping our achievement and maximizing our potential. Without goals, we get stuck in a rut and start sinking instead of swimming forward through life. Here are six suggested ones for the 2009-10 academic year.