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Falafel: The Original Arab Nugget
Jun 9, 2021
Falafel, the original Arab nugget. Photo: Blanche Shaheen By: Blanche Shaheen / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Before chicken nuggets existed, there was falafel. The perfect falafel is browned and crunchy on the outside, and chewy on the inside, flecked(...)
Two Steps Forward—One Step Back: Palestinian Americans Protest U.S. Policy towards Israel-Palestine
Jun 9, 2021
By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer Secretary of State Blinken may have started off on the right foot with Palestinians, but it's not clear he meant it Photo larenota Recent optimism for Palestinians has recently been offset by(...)
A History of Egyptian Revival Architecture and the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois
Jun 8, 2021
The front entrance and marquee sign of the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois. Photo: GuideStar By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: What is Egyptian Revival architecture? Where can you find examples of this interesting and intriguing style within the(...)
The Lion of The Sea
Jun 7, 2021
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer During the Age of Exploration, there were many navigators who traveled the world seeking an adventure across the open seas. During the troubling times, many explorers struggled to find a path to avoid(...)
Traditional Arab Sports
Jun 7, 2021
By: Pamela Dimitrova/Arab America Contributing Writer Sports in any country are promoted due to the health benefits of them among other reasons. These activities serve as entertainment and cultural tie-ups between people for the love of the games. Sports in(...)
Digital Nomads: Working Remotely in the Arab World
Jun 7, 2021
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Even before the pandemic began and many people were forced to work from home, “digital nomads” were working and traveling the world. “Digital nomads” are people who have jobs that can be done entirely(...)
Great Arabic Playlists on Spotify
Jun 7, 2021
By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer Spotify curates hundreds of playlists across the musical spectrum. Included in this are many different playlists filled with Arab music; click on any song to listen to it right now. Whether you’re a seasoned(...)
How Spanish Replaced Andalusian?
Jun 3, 2021
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer Andalusia is the southern autonomous community in Peninsular Spain. It is the most populous, and the second-largest autonomous community in the country. The Andalusian autonomous community is officially recognized(...)
Egypt and the Origin of Just War Theory
Jun 3, 2021
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pharaoh_striking_his_enemy_-_Pharaoh_exhibit_-_Cleveland_Museum_of_Art_(27934456231).jpg By: Evan Ploeckelman/Arab America Contributing Writer Recent evidence and research suggest that the ancient Egyptians may have developed the oldest just war theory in the world. While most cultures have developed some type of just war theory, researchers have(...)
The Art of Woodworking in the Arab World
Jun 3, 2021
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Arabs are well-known for their artisan work, including cloth, leather products, furniture, and more. In that same vein, woodworking is one of many talents that Arab artisans can boast. The art of woodworking in(...)
Shifting Tide of Support for Palestinians—Assorted Grassroots, Celebrity, and Academic Groups Step up Pressure on U.S. and Israel
Jun 2, 2021
Demonstration on Washington D.C. Mall Photo trtworld By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer Cease-fire provides Opening for Support of Palestinians and Warnings to Israel While the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas offers no guarantees to the Palestinians, it(...)
Beit Eddine - Lebanon's Delightful Palace of Oriental Splendour
Jun 2, 2021
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer “The Emir Bechir Palace in Beit Eddine! It's the greatest Arab-style building in Lebanon. You must see it!” Amer, a taxi owner who I had hired to take me through the Chouf region of(...)4,375 Results (Page 139 of 365)