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What’s in a Name? Arabic Personal and Family Names Signify History, Religion, Power and Purpose

Feb 23, 2022

L-Muslim Arab Welcoming Celebration following Naming Ceremony Photo learnreligions.com R-Christian Baptism and Naming Ceremony Photo YouTube By John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic rules for naming newborns are different from many other naming practices used around the world.(...)

An Update on Recent Archaeological Discoveries in the Arab World

Feb 23, 2022

The pyramids in Egypt. Photo: Wikipedia By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The Arab World is a region that traces its origins to hundreds if not, thousands of years ago. The ancient history that is present in(...)

10 Interesting Historical Facts About the Kingdom of Morocco

Feb 23, 2022

Photo: Get Your Guide Morocco By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco is a stunning country blessed with plentiful natural resources, vibrant culture, and spectacular cuisine. The country is rather well globally, but there are some interesting facts(...)

The Beauty of Luxor

Feb 23, 2022

By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer When you think of Egypt, you probably think of the Great Pyramids and Cairo. However, there is more to the Ancient Egyptian archaeological sites than the pyramids in Cairo. One of these places is(...)

Qatar Tourism: Six Must-See Tourist Sites in Doha, Qatar--Part 2

Feb 22, 2022

By: Leyelle Mosallam / Arab America Contributing Writer Doha, Qatar is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. This year, tourism in Doha will be at its all-time high as Qatar is hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup this(...)

The Yemeni Cooking Pot

Feb 22, 2022

By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer In the hot kitchen of Yemen cafe, the chef is making one of Yemen's most famous dish, salta. He cooks the salta in what seems to be an unusual pot. In the(...)

Recognizing the Impact of Black Americans on the Arab American Community

Feb 22, 2022

BY: Vivian Pham and Michelle Dermarkar / Arab America Contributing Writers The tradition of Black History Month, while seemingly a relic of time, is only a recent addition to U.S. history. Since its creation in 1976, it has grown from(...)

The Arabian Camel

Feb 22, 2022

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer For untold centuries, life itself in the Arabian Peninsula was almost unthinkable without the camel. The Bedouin’s passion for this animal is unparalleled in the love between beast and man. He valued it both(...)

An Arabian Delight-Kudrit Kadir Recipe

Feb 21, 2022

Kudrit Kadir BY: Sara Alsayed / Arab America Contributing Writer Kudrit Kadir is a delicious Arabian dessert made out of three layers. The bottom layer is made out of chocolate cake, the second layer is made out of custard, and(...)

The Art of Arab Cooking

Feb 21, 2022

By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab cuisine is renowned globally for its phenomenal taste and exceptional flavors. From couscous in Morocco to mansaf in the Levant. Arab cuisine has become somewhat popular in the Western world, and(...)

11 Fun Facts About Libya You Probably Didn’t Know

Feb 16, 2022

By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Libya is an incredible country with a long history. Despite the current conflicts, the country is a beautiful place with a rich culture. Libyans are known for being warm and welcoming, with hospitality being(...)

Gaza Under the World

Feb 16, 2022

By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer Gaza, also referred to as Gaza City, is a Palestinian city in the Gaza Strip. Inhabited since at least the 15th century BC, Gaza has been dominated by several different peoples and(...)