~ UK TV LISTINGS ~

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Mosque

Series providing a compelling and unique insight into Muslim Britain during the holy month of Ramadan, charting the lives of members of one of the strictest traditions in Islam. The programme explores the highly topical and sometimes disturbing issues facing Britain's Muslims, tackling head-on the terrible impact of the London bombings and showing how some of the most uncompromising Muslims are at the forefront of the fight against terror.

Time: 01:15 to 02:10 (55 minutes long).
When: Monday 17th October on ITV1





A Family in Lahore

The Khawaja family represents a growing number of successful professional Pakistani families, living in the suburb of Lahore with servants, and children at private school. The programme interlinks their day with a look at the busy and historic city of Lahore.

Time: 09:40 to 10:00 (20 minutes long).
When: Monday 17th October on CBBC





Arabic Language and Culture

Amani Zain introduces the Arabic language and reveals what life is like in one fascinating Arab city, Cairo.

Time: 10:40 to 11:00 (20 minutes long).
When: Monday 17th October on CBBC




Israel and the Arabs - Elusive Peace: Arafat (Part 2 of 3)

Three-part documentary series looking at the Arab/Israeli peace process over the past six years, in which presidents and prime ministers, their generals and ministers - and those behind the suicide bombs and assassinations - tell what happened behind closed doors as the violence of the intifada exploded. US Secretary of State Colin Powell attempted to make peace between Israel and the Palestinians, but his efforts were derailed by his own hard-line colleagues and Yasser Arafat himself.

Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 17th October on BBC 2





Culture Shock

It's Cultural Appreciation Week and Penny and the gang all have to swap households with other students and write a report on the experience. Once Penny gets past the hurdle of fasting during Ramadan with her Pakistani family, she learns to appreciate a culture she knew very little about.

Time: 09:35 to 10:00 (25 minutes long).
When: Tuesday 18th October on Disney





Balamory

Live action series for preschool children based around the small island community of Balamory in Scotland. Edie has a brilliant day out at the mosque with Spencer and the children.

Time: 09:40 to 10:00 (20 minutes long).
When: Tuesday 18th October on BBC 2




Indus Civilisation: Mohenjo-Daro

History for school children. A young Pakistani girl, Aaminah Soomro, explores the four and a half thousand year old ancient city of Mohenjo-Daro.

Time: 10:20 to 10:40 (20 minutes long).
When: Tuesday 18th October on CBBC





Mohammed Reza Pahlavi - The Last Shah

A Third World dictator overthrown by popular revolution, or a visionary king who fell foul of fundamentalist forces? This documentary examines the enigma of the last Shah of Iran, talking to his supporters and his enemies in an attempt to unravel his story.

Time: 01:00 to 02:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 24th October on BBC Prime

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A busy week coming up for media mujahedeen out there ~ a schedule packed with programmes about Muslims.

But don't just be a couch potato.





Young, Angry and Muslim

In the wake of the London bombings Navid Akhtar, a British Pakistani Muslim, explores the deep-rooted tensions and alienation within his community and asks how this has contributed to the terror attacks. Torn between a modern British identity and the Pakistani Kashmiri culture he was raised in, Navid's own struggle to reconcile the two is threaded throughout this film which provides an insight into the rise of Islamic extremism.

Time: 20:00 to 21:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 24th October on Channel 4





Israel and the Arabs - Elusive Peace: Sharon (Part 3 of 3)

Three-part documentary series looking at the Arab/Israeli peace process over the past six years, in which presidents and prime ministers, their generals and ministers and those behind the suicide bombs tell what happened behind closed doors as the violence of the intifada exploded. President Bush was determined to stay out of Middle East peace-making, but his war in Iraq forced him to court Arab allies. He needed to push Israeli PM Ariel Sharon toward peace, but then Sharon moved the goalposts.

Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 24th October on BBC 2





Paradise Found

Art critic and presenter Waldemar Januszczak sets out on an epic journey of discovery across the Muslim world from Central Asia to the heart of the Middle East and beyond. He reveals a world of awe-inspiring architecture, spectacular Islamic treasures and a host of artists and craftsmen, bringing the largely unknown and fascinating story of Islamic art and architecture to the attention of the British public. Part of Channel 4's Hidden Civilisation season.

Time: 19:00 to 21:00 (2 hours long).
When: Saturday 29th October on Channel 4





Great British Islam

Great British Islam reveals the long and sometimes dramatic history of the Islamic presence in the UK. Compelling stories and dynamic characters will illuminate each period in history and the narrative is interwoven with insights in to the contribution Muslims have made in social and cultural spheres, including politics, business and the arts. This film will be presented by Anila Baig, The Sun's 'Our Woman in a Headscarf', who will travel to Muslim communities across Britain, meeting religious leaders, politicians, businessmen, community representatives whilst interacting generally with local people.

Time: 20:00 to 21:00 (1 hour long).
When: Sunday 30th October on Channel 4





The Umayyad Emirate

As first Emir and greatest ruler of Muslim Spain, the Caliph fought bloody battles to defend his frontiers against the encroaching Christian north.

Time: 12:00 to 13:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 31st October on History Channel

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Troops Out?

In a special debate from the Imperial War Museum, David Dimbleby hears evidence from experts on both sides of the argument as to whether British troops should be taken out of Iraq and asks how history will judge the Coalition's involvement.

Time: 22:15 to 23:00 (45 minutes long).
When: Sunday 30th October on BBC 1





Mosque

Series providing a unique insight into Muslim Britain during the holy month of Ramadan, charting the lives of members of one of the strictest traditions in Islam. The programme explores the highly topical and sometimes disturbing issues facing Britain's Muslims, tackling head-on the terrible impact of the London bombings and showing how some of the most uncompromising Muslims are at the forefront of the fight against terror.

Time: 00:10 to 01:10 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 31st October on ITV1





Dubai Dreams

Gulf News. Documentary series which looks behind the glitz and glamour of Dubai. Gulf News photographer Paul Velasco is new to the Arab world and has to get used to reporting in a country that, despite appearing very western, exercises strict control of the press. When getting David Beckham on the newspaper's front page is classed as a major victory his disillusionment with the place begins to grow.

Time: 20:00 to 20:30 (30 minutes long).
When: Monday 31st October on BBC 2





Crossing Continents

George Arney accompanies one family from Luton as they travel into remote Kashmir to bring help to their relatives. And as criticism mounts of the military-led government relief operations, he asks whether this earthquake will shake up Pakistan's political landscape.

Time: 20:30 to 21:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Monday 31st October on BBC Radio Four





Islam: The Messenger

Ben Kingsley narrates an engrossing history of Islam. Inspired by the words of Mohammed, the Muslim faith has played a part in years of conflict in the Middle East.

Time: 19:00 to 20:00 (1 hour long).
When: Wednesday 2nd November on History Channel





Islam: The Awakening

Narrator Ben Kingsley describes the series of devastating invasions and crusades that took a terrible toll on the development of the great Islamic civilisation.

Time: 19:00 to 20:00 (1 hour long).
When: Thursday 3rd November on History Channel





Switched

Middle America meets the Middle East when small-town girl Ashlea, swaps lives with Nadia, a politically progressive New Jersey Muslim. Ashlea experiences a Mosque, working at a department store in Queens and cooks a Pakistani dinner. Nadia finds time to pray while performing as a clown and going to camp for a treetop ropewalk.

Time: 19:30 to 20:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Thursday 3rd November on E4




Spooks (Repeat)

Drama series about the British Security Service. With the world on the brink of war with Iran, the CIA are rounding up British Muslim citizens and illegally extraditing them. Harry makes a stand for their human rights and is sacked. Alone, he goes underground to try and clear his name.

Starring: Peter Firth, Anna Chancellor, Nicola Walker, Raza Jaffrey, Rupert Penry-Jones

Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Thursday 3rd November on BBC 1





Islamic Monuments of The World (Part 1 of 13)

The Alhambra, the Taj Mahal, Hassan Mosque. Granada's exquisite palace, Shah Jahan's iconic memorial for his wife in Agra, and Morocco's remarkable 'floating monument'.

Time: 23:45 to 00:15 (30 minutes long).
When: Thursday 3rd November on Artsworld





Islamic Monuments of The World (Part 2 of 13)

The Palace of Pagar Ruyung in Sumatra, Masjid Huaisheng in Guangzhou, China and Hussein Mosque in Kaherah, Saudi Arabia.

Time: 15:40 to 16:00 (20 minutes long).
When: Friday 4th November on Artsworld





Great British Islam (Repeat)

Another chance to see Sunday's programme from the Hidden Civilisation season. Anila Baig, Sun columnist and British born Muslim, traces the long and complex history of Muslims in Britain. In July, Anila found herself reporting on the biggest story of the year: the London tube bombings. When it was revealed the perpetrators were Muslim, the tragedy became all the more personal and launched Anila on a mission to uncover the true history of her faith in her homeland.

Time: 04:20 to 05:20 (1 hour long).
When: Saturday 5th November on Channel 4

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Ultimate Middle East

The Middle East is known as the 'cradle of civilisation' for good reason. The area has been home to some of the most formidable empires the world has ever known and is the birthplace of the world's three biggest monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The Pilot team go in search of the major empires, religions and conflicts that have, and continue to shape the region. Their itinerary includes Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Jordan, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Time: 18:00 to 19:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 7th November on Travel Channel




Reporters at War: Dying for the Story

While many war correspondents thrive on the thrill of battle, others are not so lucky. They are in a profession that suffers many casualties, both mental and physical. In the recent war with Iraq, at least 15 journalists have died. This program illustrates how business and journalistic decisions intersect, often endangering the lives of the reporters who are on the front lines.

Time: 20:00 to 21:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 7th November on RTÉ 2


Islamic Monuments of The World (Part 3 of 13)

The Qayrawan Mosque in Libya, the Balqis Palace and Suleyman Mosque in Yemen and Golgumbuz, in India.

Time: 15:35 to 16:00 (25 minutes long).
When: Tuesday 8th November on Artsworld


Islamic Monuments of The World (Part 4 of 13)

Nabawi Mosque, in Medina, Saudi Arabia; Aiwan Qisra in Iraq, dating from 227; and Cordoba's dramatic mosque in
southern Spain.

Time: 01:35 to 03:00 (1 hour and 25 minutes long).
When: Wednesday 9th November on Artsworld

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When The Moors Ruled in Europe

Historian Bettany Hughes traces the story of the mysterious and misunderstood Moors, the Islamic society that ruled in Spain for 700 years, but whose legacy was virtually erased from Western history. In 711 AD, a tribe of newly converted Muslims from North Africa crossed the straits of Gibraltar and invaded Spain. Known as The Moors, they went on to build a rich and powerful society. Its capital, Cordoba, was the largest and most civilised city in Europe, with hospitals, libraries and a public infrastructure light years ahead of anything in England at the time. Amongst the many things that were introduced to Europe by Muslims at this time were: a huge body of classical Greek texts that had been lost to the rest of Europe for centuries (kick-starting the Renaissance); mathematics and the numbers we use today; advanced astronomy and medical practices; fine dining; the concept of romantic love; paper; deodorant; and even erection creams. This wasn't the rigid, fundamentalist Islam of some people's imaginations, but a progressive, sensuous and intellectually curious culture. But when the society collapsed, Spain was fanatically re-Christianised; almost every trace of seven centuries of Islamic rule was ruthlessly removed. It is only now, six centuries later, that The Moors' influences on European life and culture are finally beginning to be fully understood.

Time: 01:45 to 03:40 (1 hour and 55 minutes long).
When: Wednesday 9th November on S4C


9/11: Out of Status

In post 9/11 America, things are changing. Out of Status follows four families, each with a member who has been either detained or deported. Before 9/11, immigrants who had pending applications for residency could stay in the country until they were approved or their status altered. Now, for South Asians and Arabs, the situation seems less clear. Carma, an American citizen, saw her husband Akram arrested from their home and deported to Egypt. Akram worked legally to support his family in Pennsylvania, and was waiting to adjust his status. She expresses her anguish and frustration at the effect this has had on her family: "You can say you're sorry, you can apologise, but you can't give back the hours, the minutes, the months a family has been broken up." Speaking to families torn apart by changing policies, Out of Status highlights the plight of people who seem to be caught up in an unbalanced and seemingly arbitrary system, and questions the future for immigrants seeking refuge in the US.

Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Wednesday 9th November on more4

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Islamic Monuments of The World (Part 5 of 13)

A 1,000-year-old palace in Spain; the Red Fort at Shah Jahanabad, India; and three Malaysian mosques: Tengkera and Kampung Hulu in Malacca, and the Indian Mosque at Ipoh.

Time: 12:40 to 13:05 (25 minutes long).
When: Thursday 10th November on Artsworld



Koran and Country: How Islam Got Political - an Analysis Special

How Islam Got Political: BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner traces the growth of political Islam, its rise in Britain and its roots around the world, from the Islamist movements of colonial India to the Muslim Brotherhood and Al-Qaeda. He talks to those who have been inspired by Islamist ideology to find out what these different groups believe and why so many British Muslims are attracted by their ideas.

Time: 20:00 to 21:00 (1 hour long).
When: Thursday 10th November on BBC Radio Four





30 Days: Muslims and America

Oscar-nominee Morgan Spurlock returns with 30 Days, a new series in which he explores what life changing experiences are possible in 30 days. This week, David Stacey, 33, is a good Christian husband and father from West Virginia. Like many of his fellow Americans, he has gained new awareness in recent years of the Muslim presence in the country, but has yet to gain any real understanding of the religion or community beyond his own assumptions. For 30 days, he will live with Shamael and Sadia Haque, a Muslim couple living in Michigan in one of the largest and densest Muslim communities in the USA, and will immerse himself in the Muslim culture and community.

Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Thursday 10th November on more4

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The Last Stand

Documentary exposing the story of the Israeli disengagement from the Gaza Strip settlements from the unique perspective of the extreme right-wing Israeli settlers. A BBC filming crew was given unrestricted access into the secret planning and execution of the resistance to the disengagement. Including a personal video diary of settler leader Datya Itzhaki, following the unfolding drama of people fighting against their government's plan to evict them from their homes.

Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Thursday 10th November on BBC 2





Difference and Discrimination

Educational series for 7 to 11 year-olds which approaches racism by looking at difference and discrimination.

Time: 11:40 to 11:50 (10 minutes long).
When: Friday 11th November on BBC 2




Islamic Monuments of The World (Part 6 of 13)

Algeria's First Mosque and Sidi al-Halawi Mosque; Abu Zam's tomb in Qirawan, Tunisia; and the Xian Mosque in China, dating from the Tang Dynasty.

Time: 12:35 to 13:00 (25 minutes long).
When: Friday 11th November on Artsworld




Islamic Monuments of The World (Part 7 of 13)

Quba' and Qiblatain Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia; Charminar, in Hyderabad, India; and the historical city of Chellah, Morocco.

Time: 12:30 to 13:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Saturday 12th November on Artsworld