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Faith Over Fame: NFL's Hamza and Husain Abdullah Talk Ramadan

NFL's Abdullah brothers, Hamza and Husain, are known as forces on the football field. But over the last year, it has been their pursuit of faith off the field that has gripped many.

Son of Muslim Lesbians: NBA's Kenneth Faried Speaks Out [VIDEO]

NBA player Jason Collins recently came out as gay and many players showed their support via Twitter. But one player, Kenneth Faried, has been vocalizing his support on the issue of homophobia for quite some time. It's no wonder, considering he was raised by two moms who not only identify as lesbians but also as Muslims.

Afghan Women’s Cycling Team Works All Gears

Bike riding is taboo for Afghan women, considered a marker of promiscuity and ranking on the cultural offenses index somewhere between driving and being spotted with an unrelated man. That belief eliminates a sustainable means of travel and undermines women’s mobility, creating another obstacle to accessing education. Watch a new generation of cyclists race away from the ban.

Game 5 Recap- Warriors vs Spurs: Back in the Belly of the Beast

Basketball fan? Here's a breakdown of last night's Warriors game against the San Antonio Spurs.

Fashion in the NBA: A Study in Court-Side Charisma

Your style says a lot about you. So what does Kobe Bryant's style say about him? And Dwyane Wade? The NBA is full of personalities and trendsetters-- on and off the court.

Boxing Legend Muhammad Ali Well, Not Dying

Rope-a-dope was a tactic created by legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, where he would literally allow his opponent to beat him to a pulp.

Racist Israeli Soccer Fans Protest Muslim Players

Fans of Israel’s premier soccer club, Beitar Jerusalem, want nothing to do with Muslim players.

Knicks' Star Guard Carmelo Anthony Fasts for Clarity

After snapping a three-game losing streak with a win over the Hornets, New York Knicks’ star guard Carmelo Anthony revealed in an interview that he had been fasting for 15 days.

King Khan Silences Critics, Ends Molinas Perfect Streak

Carlos Molina’s undefeated reign ends at the hands of Amir Khan, in his first bout under new trainer, Virgil Hunter.

Amir Khan Dominates Carlos Molina, Puts Career Back on Track

Amir Khan is back in the winning column after a dominating performance over the game but out-gunned Carlos Molina in Los Angeles.

Brit Boxer Amir Khan's Career Hangs by His Chin

Coming out of the 2004 Athens Olympics British Boxing fans had found a good-looking, exciting and charismatic young star in Amir Khan.

Brit Boxer Amir 'King' Khan Prepares for Molina Fight

Amir Khan has been a quite talked about man in the past few weeks. He’s gotten heavy criticism for parting ways with his former trainer, Freddie Roach, and it was even rumored he was spotted partying in Spain with other women.

Pakistani and Indian Women Build Bridges Through Soccer

In September, the State Department hosted 20 athlete ambassadors from India and Pakistan through its exchange program called Sports United. Sports United encompasses fair play principles to build bridges to empower youth.