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Pathbreakers of Arab America—Emil Wakim
Nov 20, 2024
Photo -- Emil Wakim By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the sixty-fifth of Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, arts, academia, journalism, and politics,(...)
The Sand War of 1963: A Brief Conflict with Long Shadows
Nov 20, 2024
Map of Morocco and Algeria, labeling where the Sand War occurred. Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer The Sand War, a brief yet impactful clash between Morocco and Algeria, unfolded in the fall(...)
Can Trump Leverage Foreign Policy Successes to Balance a Pressured Domestic Agenda
Nov 20, 2024
Photo: Wiki Commons By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer According to the New York Times, Elon Musk, on behalf of President-elect Donald Trump, met last week with Iran’s representative to the United Nations. Although Iran later denied the(...)
City of Light: How Baghdad Became a Center of Knowledge
Nov 20, 2024
Baghdad - Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Baghdad, modern Iraq's capital, exemplifies human creativity, perseverance, and cultural richness. During the Abbasid Caliphate, 750-1258 CE, this city became a beacon of intellectual and scientific(...)
The Lebanese National Pact: History and Controversy
Nov 20, 2024
Protests in Martyrs' Square in 2019. Photo: Wikipedia Commons. By: Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon is a unique country in the Middle East. It is made up of a variety of religious groups, including Maronites, Sunni and(...)
Ancient Arab Gods and Legendary Heroes
Nov 20, 2024
Image of a Museum in Yemen: Photo Source : Wikimedia Commons By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer The rich cultural legacy of the Arab world is reflected in the diverse array of stories, beliefs, and characters found in(...)
Israel’s Blockade and UNRWA Ban Worsen Gaza’s Crisis
Nov 20, 2024
UNRWA, southern end of Ophel Road, Jerusalem. Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. By: Jad Elsaghir / Arab America Contributing Writer For many in Gaza, finding essential aid has become exponentially difficult. Israel has consistently blocked all forms of aid from entering(...)
Is Love Truly Blind in Arab Society?
Nov 20, 2024
Love is Blind: Habibi Netflix Series. Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Netflix recently debuted a new dating series, Love is Blind: Habibi, which quickly went viral on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram(...)
Spinach and Bean Tajin
Nov 18, 2024
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Photo Credit: Wiki Commons Throughout my travels to Tunisia, I had the opportunity to try several different type of tajines the country had to offer. This one is a unique type of casserole-tajine that(...)
Denmark’s Role in International Law and Israeli-Palestinian Coexistence
Nov 13, 2024
Picture courtesy of Uffe Gjerding. By: Uffe Gjerding / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab America contributing writer, Uffe Gjerding, explores Denmark's crucial role in advocating for peace and international law amidst the ongoing war in Gaza. With a forthcoming seat(...)
National Baklava Day: The Pastry Rich with Flavor and History
Nov 13, 2024
By: Blanche Shaheen/ Arab America Contributing Writer November 17th is National Baklava Day, and while some people might find a national day dedicated to a pastry a bit silly, baklava deserves an honorary place in baking history as a beautiful(...)
Echoes of Al-Andalus: Harmonizing Morocco and Spain
Nov 13, 2024
Moroccan Andalusi Orchestra. Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Around 13 kilometers apart lie the borders of Tangier, Morocco, and Sevilla, Spain—marking the gateway to Andalusian culture and the beginning of an extraordinary tale of(...)4,333 Results (Page 1 of 362)