THE MUSLIM MIDDLE EAST: HOW STUFF WORKS

ALWAYS LEAVE 'EM WANTING MORE... RIGHT MOOKIE?

-- "'I've decided not to meddle in political affairs. I therefore announce now my definitive retirement," al-Sadr said in a statement on Twitter. He also said "if I die or get killed, I ask for your prayers.' The move prompted violent clashes across Baghdad that left at least 10 people dead." --

MEANWHILE BACK AT THE RANCH

-- "Peel Regional Police are seeking additional video after a massive fight erupted in Brampton that involved people wielding swords near the Sheridan College Davis Campus." --

It's like a little bit of home, I guess.