This is beyond culture-shock

The more I learn about Islam and it's history, the more alien the entire system seems.

Two articles about divorce, Muslim-style, only highlight the differences. Both also clearly demonstrate the problems of trying to modernize a religion that is based on the premise that it's already the pinnacle of human enlightenment. Thanks to Kate and Kin.

For a smile, also check out the reaction of General Six-of-clubs to being captured by a female United States soldier.