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Islamic Dynasties of North Africa- Almoravids and Almohads
Oct 8, 2021
The dynasties of the Almohads and Almoravids. Photo: Encyclopedia Britannica By: Lyric Ludwig / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout history, the Amazigh people have been able to create some of the largest and most influential kingdoms in African history. In(...)
Morocco’s Feudal Past: Who Was Thami El Glaoui, the “Lord of the Atlas?”
Oct 8, 2021
Thami El Glaoui, Morocco’s “Lord of the Atlas. Photo: Wikipedia By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Morocco has had a storied past, dating back centuries. Morocco's background has brought a lot of interesting historical figures to the(...)
7 Things You Didn't Know About Glassblowing
Oct 6, 2021
By: Arab America Contributing Writer, Waverly Nohr 1. Phonecians first used the blowpipe While glass production was first seen in Egypt, Phoenicians revolutionized the art by using the blow pipe to create shapes of their wildest dreams. Glass, while used for(...)
Arab America Foundation Announces 30 Under 30 Awardees--Class of 2021
Oct 6, 2021
For Immediate Release Washington DC (October 6, 2021): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 30 Under 30 initiative--Class of 2021. Oustanding thirty Arab Americans were announced from a diverse group. A panel of seven judges from(...)
Ibn al Haytham, Son of Iraq, Maker of the Very First Camera
Oct 6, 2021
Ibn al Haytham. Source: 100GreatScientists By: Ruqyah Sweidan / Arab America Contributing Writer Born in Basra, Iraq, around the year 965, Al-Hasan Ibn al Haytham was a pioneer and scientific thinker. He thoroughly studied and produced work in Math, Physics,(...)
Did You Know that Puerto Rico has an Arab Community?
Oct 6, 2021
History of Puerto Rico and the Colonial Migration of Arabs to the Island Historical Map of Puerto Rico Image by University of Texas Libraries By: Christian Jimenez/Arab America Contributing Writer The island of Puerto Rico is one of the main(...)
Famous Cities in Morocco Series (Episode 13 of 13): Taroudant
Oct 6, 2021
A serene riad in Taroudant. Photo: Fanpop By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco has so many interesting towns and cities as well as beautiful landmarks. From the astonishing city of Casablanca to Marrakech,(...)
Sfouf: The Traditional Lebanese Turmeric Cake
Oct 6, 2021
Image Source By: Leyelle Mosallam / Arab America Contributing Writer Sfouf is a traditional Lebanese dessert that is commonly made for special occasions such as family reunions and religious holidays. Sfouf is an Arabic word that translates to "lines" or(...)
Qatar Signs Lionel Messi to Qatari-owned Paris Saint Germain
Oct 6, 2021
https://youtu.be/HTsmqYfrT90 Take a look at one of the stadiums that will house the 2022 World Cup. By: Waverly Nohr/ Arab America contributing writer There’s so much passion behind soccer, around the world. Whether it is called footbl or soccer, there is a huge culture of supporting(...)
A Brief History of Falconry in the Arabian Peninsula
Oct 6, 2021
By: Dani Meyer / Arab America Contributing Writer Falconry is the ancient art of taking wild quarry with a trained bird of prey. If you've spent any time in the Arab world, you may have seen a falcon on an(...)
More Shocks from the Pandora Papers: 6 Things Rulers Don’t Want You to Know
Oct 6, 2021
Extracts from the Pandora papers have revealed that ruling elites from almost every country in the Middle East have been linked to dodgy financial deals that involve millions and millions of dollars, pounds, and euros. The Pandora Papers is a leak(...)
Somalis: Arab or Not?
Oct 5, 2021
Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN), one of the most well-known Somali Americans. Source: The Intercept By: Evan Ploeckelman / Arab America Contributing Writer Somali Americans have been gaining particular influence in the United States in recent years. They have a significant(...)4,333 Results (Page 116 of 362)