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Go topBy: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer In the lands where civilization began, the date palm is believed to be the oldest food plant known to man. The fruit, which is exceedingly rich and nourishing, is ideal for the daily diet. If need be, a person can live healthy, for many months, with a menu of … Continued
By: Arab America Contributing Writer / Jack Moran Stretching over 2,700 kilometers, the Euphrates River is one of the most important water sources in the Middle East. Originating in Turkey and flowing through Syria and Iraq before joining the Tigris and emptying into the Persian Gulf, the river sustains millions of people. But rising demand, … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Grégoire Serof was a distinguished Lebanese architect renowned for his significant contributions to Lebanon’s architectural landscape. In Beirut, he was known as a gentleman with a calm demeanor. Beyond architecture, he was passionate about art and music. His work seamlessly blended modernist principles with a deep … Continued
By: Rena Elhessen/Arab America Contributing Writer Literature is an outlet for creativity and offers a safe space to express social, personal, and mental struggles. In America’s shifting environment, Arab American authors use the written word to express their frustration at the unfairness. These notable authors express the diaspora of living in America, discussing the social … Continued
Compiled By: Arwa Almasaari and Rena Elhessen / Arab America Contributing Writers On Wednesday evening, the Banquet Center at Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church in Potomac, Maryland, came alive with energy, pride, and resilience as hundreds gathered to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). The event, hosted by the Arab America Foundation, … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing WriterIran has recently backed away from the brink of a major regional war. The US and Iran are starting formal talks to resolve the tension that has prevailed since President Trump unilaterally withdrew from the Iran nuclear agreement in 2018. On Saturday, Steve Witkoff, Trump’s envoy for the … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Storytelling has deep roots in Arab society, stretching back thousands of years through oral traditions, poetry, and intricate folktales. One of the most important works to emerge from this rich legacy is One Thousand and One Nights. This collection of stories has captivated audiences for centuries and … Continued
By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Dina Amin is a Palestinian filmmaker and musician whose work explores identity, memory, and home. Rooted in her experiences growing up in Palestine, Dina blends documentary, experimental film, and genre-fluid music to tell deeply personal stories. Now based in Los Angeles, she continues to draw inspiration from … Continued
By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American-owned streetwear brands have emerged as powerful platforms for cultural expression and identity. Blending modern fashion with traditional Arab symbols, language, and political messages, these businesses challenge stereotypes and reclaim narratives. Urban streetwear has long been a way to craft a visual identity—using fashion to honor … Continued
By: Leila Salloum Elias / Arab America Contributing Writer For the Syrians who set sail on the Titanic, the promise of economic prosperity and a secure future lay beyond the Atlantic. Hailing from various villages, towns, and cities of what was then Syria, they held onto the hope that what lay ahead would offer something … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Kubba is one of the best-known dishes in the eastern Arab world and the Arabs of the Middle East consider it, in all it various types, as the epitome of all food. Yet, no matter what type of kubba, whether one based on meat or one of vegetable, all … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Before the Lebanese Civil War began in 1975, Lebanon manufactured its own vinyl records. One of the largest local companies producing them was the Société Libanaise Du Disque (SLD). As a major cultural institution, SLD played a central role in preserving, promoting, and advancing Lebanese music … Continued
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