By: Mohamed Nada/Arab America Contributing Writer A new Arab American comedy show has recently hit the streaming services, and the season has been such a hit since its launch in mid-April that Hulu network has already agreed to another one. The star of the show is Ramy Youssef acting like himself, co-created the TV hit … Continued
Many on social media applauded her move, including Lebanese A-list designer Zuhair Murad and Lebanese influencer Lana El-Sahely. (Screen grab) 05 June 2019 Source: Arab News Njeim posted the video showing her shaved head Many on social media applauded her move DUBAI: Lebanese actress Nadine Njeim, a former Miss Lebanon, surprised followers of the show … Continued
By: Noah Chani/Arab America Contributing Writer Disney attempted to be courteous of a more developed cultural compass in their recreation of the 1992 film Aladdin. The original film was heavily criticized for whitewashing when white actors were cast to play the role of Arab characters. The original film was also found to be culturally negligent … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Kairouan, Tunis, Mahdia – their very names bring to mind past ages of majesty and splendour. A reminder of Tunisia’s glorious days of yore, they are the legacy of the conquering early Arab armies in their first sweep westward from Egypt. In the 7th century, with only a … Continued
Compiled by Arab America On Tuesday, April 30th, Arab America hosted a historic reception commemorating National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) with dignitaries and community leaders in Washington, DC. See a Video of the Event here: Arab American Heritage Month 2019 from Arab America on Vimeo. For Photos of the Event Click Here. The event … Continued
On Tuesday, April 30th, Arab America will commemorate National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) with a special reception in Washington DC, from 6:00-8: 30 pm. The program will commence at 7:00 pm. During the month of April, Arab America formally recognizes the achievements of Arab Americans through the celebration of NAAHM. Across the country, state … Continued
SOURCE: THE NATIONAL BY: ANASTASIA MIARI A new book explores the impact 87 artists from the Arab world have made in transforming the region’s art scene. “Very few in the art community imagined how over the course of the next two decades, contemporary art from the Asian and Islamic worlds would become such an important … Continued
By: Shayma Amour/Arab America Contributing Writer The month of April has been recognized as National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). This occasion celebrates and recognizes the Arab American rich heritage and culture, and honors the numerous contributions of Arab Americans to American society. It has become a primary and fundamental duty for Arab Americans to … Continued
On Tuesday, April 30th, Arab America will present the National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) Commemoration with a special celebration just steps from the U.S. Capitol in Washington DC, from 6:00-8:30 pm. The event promises to be an exposé of Arab cultural stations, authentic Arab cuisine (including, kibbe, grape leaves, tabouleh and hummus) a Falafel … Continued
History was made when the Academy of Motion Pictures and Arts announced the 2019 Best Actor Award winner was Egyptian-American Rami Malek for his role in “Bohemian Rhapsody”–the first Coptic-Egyptian to receive an Oscar. “I am the son of immigrants from Egypt, a first-generation American,” said Malek, he continued, “And part of my story is … Continued
By: Shayma Amour/Arab America Contributing Writer How many times did you find yourself humming along with Umm-Kulthum’s songs? Or woke up to Fairouz’s morning songs played on the radio? Aren’t they the best companion with a nice hot cup of tea/coffee and fresh out of the oven pies and Mana’eesh/Zaatar? Or did you notice the … Continued
Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0 Generic license. By: Kristin Savage/Arab America Contributing Writer The family is at the heart of Arab culture. Traditionally, Arab people prize family life and interests above their own. When one member of a family encounters triumph or failure, everyone else celebrates or commiserates accordingly. Large families are the norm in traditional Arab … Continued
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