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History of Mandeans and Their American Community
Oct 1, 2021
Mandeans performing baptism, one of their most important rituals. Source: Kirkuk Now By Evan Ploeckelman / Arab America Contributing Writer Many religions have risen and fallen throughout the history of the Middle East. One such community which has withstood the(...)
Arab America Foundation Announces its Speakers for the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit
Sep 29, 2021
The CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., September 29, 2021) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce its speakers for the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit, November 12,13 (the 14 is optional), 2021,(...)
Omar Kamal makes his American debut at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Sep 29, 2021
By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer ‘Frank Sinatra of the Middle-East’- the title bestowed upon Omar Kamal, the Palestinian singer/composer from Nablus who claims a rich variety in musical influences ranging from Sinatra to Mohammed Abdelwahab and Fayrouz.(...)
Two twisted legacies of the U.S. in Iraq: human rights violations at Abu Ghraib prison and theft of the Sumerian poem, the ‘Epic of Gilgamesh’ tablet
Sep 29, 2021
Torture at Abu Ghraib by artist Fernando Botero Photo The Mercury News By John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer Photos depicting atrocities only describable as appalling and inhumane from Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq in 2004 shocked the sensibilities(...)
Famous Cities in Morocco Series (Episode 12 of 13): Ifrane
Sep 29, 2021
Ifrane, "The Switzerland of Morocco. Photo: Wikipedia 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,(...)
5 Arab Indie Bands to Add to Your Playlist
Sep 29, 2021
If your playlist started to sound repetitive and you are looking for some new hits to jam on, Arab indie bands should be your go-to. By: Isra Saleh / Arab America Contributing WriterMany dates the growth of independent music (often(...)
Why are Middle East Airlines so Good?
Sep 29, 2021
Qatar Airways fly over Doha By: Leyelle Mosallam / Arab America Contributing Writer The three Middle East airlines — Etihad, Qatar Airways, and Fly Emirates — are commonly known as the ME3 carriers and have become particularly dominant airlines over(...)
Converging Lines: Tracing the Artistic Lineage of the Arab Diaspora in the U.S.
Sep 29, 2021
artist John Halaka Resist, Photo: MEI By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Over the past century, Washington DC has become a place where all nationalities can come together and express their culture through art, music, food, and(...)
A Journey to Nizwa – Oman’s Historic Capital Turned into A Tourist Mecca
Sep 28, 2021
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer “I can’t believe it! Today, we’ll be travelling into Arab history.” My daughter Muna was excited as we left our Hotel, one of the top abodes in Muscat, Oman’s spread-out capital. In a few(...)
Marwan Hamed: Glimpse of the Egyptian Director
Sep 27, 2021
By: Noureldin Mohamed/Arab America Contributing Writer The young Egyptian director Marwan Hamed has directed some of Egypt’s greatest films such as Yacoubian Building (2006), which was considered at the time the largest budget by an Egyptian film. Some of his(...)
Why Do So Many Muslim Students Attend Catholic Colleges and Universities in the United States?
Sep 24, 2021
Muslim students graduating from college. Photo: Global Village Space By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Over the last decade, an interesting trend has been happening in higher education, and that is the increased enrollment of Muslim students(...)
How the Arab World Influences African American History
Sep 22, 2021
By: Nadia Reese/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The Arab world has made grand influences in African Diasporac history for centuries, which means that there is an influence in African American culture. Between the arts, language, fashion, and food, the Arab community(...)4,375 Results (Page 121 of 365)