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Muslims Banned From Black Eyed Peas Concert

The government of Malaysia has banned Muslims from attending a Black Eyed Peas concert in the country, because the event is sponsored by alcohol company Guinness. The government issued the ban after learning that the Black Eyed Peas would be celebrating the 250th anniversary of Guinnessâ€™ first brewery as part of a concert at a theme park in Kuala Lumpur on September 25. â€œThe party is only open to non-Muslims aged 18 years and above,â€ a representative for the Ministry of...

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11:15 on August 27 2009

Muslims banned from attending Black Eyed Peas show

Guardian Music — Officials say Muslims cannot attend concert by Black Eyed Peas in Kuala Lumpur because it has been organised by GuinnessThe Malaysian government has barred Muslims from a... more info

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22:48 on August 26 2009

Malaysia bars Muslims from Black Eyed Peas concert

MSN Music — Malaysia bars Muslims from Black Eyed Peas concert organized by Irish beer giant Guinness more info

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15:18 on August 27 2009

Malaysian Muslims banned from Black Eyed Peas show

NME — Guinness sponsorship scuppers Mulsim fans' chance to see band more info

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14:09 on August 27 2009

Muslims Banned From Black Eyed Peas Concert

AllHipHop — The government of Malaysia has banned Muslims from attending a Black Eyed Peas concert in the country, because the event is sponsored by alcohol company Guinness. The... more info

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