Iran: Magazines Shut Down Over 'Immoral' Coverage Of Hollywood Celebs

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	Iran: Magazines Shut Down Over 'Immoral' Coverage Of Hollywood Celebs

arifsali

3-19-2008 4:20 PM

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arifsali says:

Put hijabs on these celebs, case closed!

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