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Qalaat Simaan - The Grandest Monument of Syria's Christian History

Jan 10, 2018

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer The bustling city of Aleppo with its historic sites and 21st century exuberance was behind us as we made our way to Qalaat Simaan (Fortress of Saint Simeon) - one of the most monumental(...)

10 Resolutions for Arab Americans in 2018

Jan 10, 2018

By: Kameron Dreher/Arab America Contributing Writer Many Arab Americans have heard the saying, "New Year, new me", but how often do they actually quit unwanted and hurtful Arab habits that they promise would fulfill? Is 2018 the year to finally(...)

10 Things You Need to Know About the New Egyptian Discovery

Jan 10, 2018

By Mario Habashy/Arab America Contributing Writer In just the past few months, a new Egyptian discovery was made that could revolutionize Egyptian archaeology! Here is what you need to know. 1. EGYPTOLOGISTS SAY THAT A NEW TOMB COULD DATE BACK(...)

DJ Khaled Begins His New Judging Career Tonight on Fox

Jan 4, 2018

By Emiliya Strahilova/Arab America Contributing Writer January 4th is the date for the world premiere of the brand new music show, The Four: Battle of Stardom. The program is different than the rest of the formats because the rules are inverted. The(...)

Rabbi Boteach Bashes BDS & the LORD(E)

Jan 3, 2018

J. Michael Springmann/Arab America Contributing Writer Rabbi Shmuley Boteach placed a full-page ad in the Washington Post's Sunday, December 31, 2017, edition. Spending thousands for the astonishingly prejudiced page, Boteach and his World Values [!!!] Network, are apparently ready to(...)

Drinking Arak--A Gourmet Ritual in the Middle East

Jan 3, 2018

By Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Called by the Arabs of the Middle East, ‘the milk of lions’, arak, also known as arack and arraki, is the national alcoholic drink of Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Palestine. It is given this(...)

Ushering the Bright Stars of the New Year 2018

Jan 3, 2018

By: Leila Diab/Arab America Contributing Writer Whether near or far, far away into the galaxy of life, wishing upon a shining star in 2018, should embrace the soulful and aspiring inspiration of hopes, and dreams of brighter planetary stars in(...)

Arab Foods and Hot Drinks That Will Keep You Warm this Winter!

Jan 3, 2018

By: Noor Almohsin/Arab America Contributing Writer In winter, people try to stay warm in every possible way. Wearing warm clothes, layering, or simply staying in a heated place can help them keep warm. However, most Arab elders strongly believe that(...)

Orthodox Arab Americans Prepare for Christmas on Jan. 7th

Jan 3, 2018

BY: Nirsreen Eadeh/Arab America Contributing Writer While most Americans are getting back to their daily lives in the post-holiday haze, some Arab Americans are getting ready to finally celebrate Christmas. Throughout the Arab world and in the U.S., Orthodox Christians and Egyptian(...)

NBA Plays Ball with Hasbara and Removes “Occupied Territory” from Website

Jan 3, 2018

By: Michael Springmann/Arab America Contributing Writer Last week it was reported that the NBA (National Basketball Association) had agreed to Israel's demands to alter its website "after listing Palestine as 'occupied territory.'” The NBA also apologized for this entry. According(...)

Arab American Hoda Kotb to Replace Matt Lauer as 'Today' Co-Anchor

Jan 2, 2018

NBC announced Tuesday that Arab American, Hoda Kotb, will co-host the Today Show with Savannah Guthrie. Both will become the first pair of women to host the show along with weatherman Al Roker and Orange Room host Carson Daly. Announcing(...)

15 Arab Americans Who Stole the Spotlight in 2017

Dec 27, 2017

By Noor Almohsin/Arab America Contributing Writer There are Arab Americans achievers in various fields. As a community, it has a number of accomplished members who do well to themselves, community and the society. Arab Americans have a high rate of(...)