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Madgooga "Madkooka" the Ancient Energy Bar of Iraq
Oct 30, 2019
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Middle Eastern desserts from centuries ago did not require many ingredients to create a rich yet healthful treat. Some desserts did not even require an oven, like the sweet Iraqi snack called “Madgooga”, also(...)
The Traditional Clothing of Palestine
Oct 30, 2019
This map is the creation of Maha Saca of Bethlehem, Palestinian Heritage Center By: Pamela Dimitrova / Arab America Contributing Writer The traditional clothing of Palestine is a reflection of a rich culture full of old traditions and a love(...)
10 Modern Arab Writers Who Should Make Arabs Proud
Oct 30, 2019
By: Diana Adjadj/Arab America Contributing Writer Taking care of your heritage means that you need to nurture it. As much as the younger generations mostly want to fit in, our culture is what makes us who we are and we(...)
The Importance of American Diplomats for the Arab World
Oct 30, 2019
By Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer The job of a diplomat is fundamental for globalization. As a foreign service officer, life revolves around promoting peaceful relations between another country and your own. Such a position offers opportunities for professional travel(...)
Alhamdulillah? Arabs' Mention of God in Everyday Life
Oct 30, 2019
By: Yaseen Rashed/Arab America Contributing Writer One of the most notable phrases you could hear in any Arab country is “Alhamdulillah” which essentially translates to “thank god.” However, this phrase is used differently than simply thanking god. It is customary(...)
Following the Route of the Moroccan Sultans and Kings
Oct 30, 2019
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer When Idriss I, the great-grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, in the 8th century, established a Moroccan royal dynasty, little did he know that his kingdom would continue on until our times. Yet, even though(...)
Three Takeaways from Tunisia's Presidential Elections
Oct 23, 2019
By Heba Mohammad/Arab America Contributing Writer Advocates for a smooth transition to democratic governance are celebrating following the successful elections in Tunisia last week. I had the opportunity to hear first-hand about the presidential elections in Tunisia from recently elected(...)
Bahbah: A Message from the People of Lebanon: The Power of the People is Stronger than the People in Power
Oct 23, 2019
By: Bishara Bahbah/Arab America Featured Columnist The unfolding events in Lebanon and the recent elections in Tunisia are sending clear messages to Arab leaders – shape up or ship out! Over the past week, Lebanon was rocked with protests involving(...)
Arab Foods in Season this Fall
Oct 23, 2019
BY: Nisreen Eadeh/Arab America Contributing Writer Forget about your lemons, melons, avocados, and nectarines. The Fall sesson has begun and with it comes sweet vegetables, hard fruit, and dry herbs. There is a misconception that fruit and vegetables are best(...)
Friendship, an Invaluable Character of Arabs in the Diaspora
Oct 23, 2019
By: Haneen Abu Al Neel/Arab America Contributing Writer As the world gets increasingly international, globalized, and inevitably ridden with mass migrations due to myriad crises, we come face to face with an array of issues. Despite perhaps being caused(...)
Morocco’s Fantastic Folklore
Oct 23, 2019
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer BY: Habeeb Salloum/Contributing Writer The first time I was introduced to the folklore of Morocco was by way of North American television. After showing country scenes of great breathtaking beauty and others of haunting(...)
5 Egyptian Women that have Impacted Modern Egyptian Society
Oct 23, 2019
By: Pamela Dimitrova / Arab America Contributing Writer Despite the belief that Egyptian culture is bound by oppression and Egyptian women would never stand a chance in acquiring the same success, there are female figures that changed not only these(...)4,383 Results (Page 223 of 366)