5 Misconceptions on Islam Disclaimed by American Comedy Website

Popular American comedy website Cracked.com gives misconceptions surrounding Islam the countdown treatment. Funny, clever and very informative, this list dismisses these misconceptions using the facts instead of dogma.

"Well, if there's one thing everyone thinks of when they hear 'Cracked.com' it's 'friend of Islam.'"

Lebanese blogger Lama lists down her top 10 American up-and-comers to watch out for in 2012. Some you may be very familiar with; others are new faces. Either way, all are worthy talents to keep in mind in the new year.

Forming one third of the world's Muslim population, Arabs are proving to be behind the pack in terms of democracy and progressive thinking, particularly when compared to their non-Arab counterparts. One blogger laments these facts, but believes there is hope for Arab Islam with the onslaught of the Arab Spring.

"Non-Arab Muslims in predominantly Sunni Bangladesh, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Turkey, representing two thirds of world Muslims, have a moderate and modern attitude towards Islamic dogma and Shari’a laws."

"Stamping money is a very Lebanese thing," writes Cahe from Lebanon. Commenting on the amusing nuisance, he shares funny anecdotes on printed and fake bills.

"Literally, I think the cop’s fist was called 'sense'."