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Damascus's Living Art - Inlaying Wood
Feb 15, 2017
BY: Habeeb Salloum/Contributing Writer I was amazed watching an expert mosaic craftsman at work, surrounded by thousands of tiny thin pieces of plastic and wood in a multitude of colours. With nimble hands, he fashioned them into patterns of geometrical inspiration(...)
Shish Barak: Meat Dumplings in Yogurt Sauce
Feb 15, 2017
BY: Yara Jouzy/Contributing Writer Shish Barak is a traditional Arab dish that dates back to the 14th century. Similar to most Arab dishes, the origins are difficult to trace, but it is said that the dish came from pre-Islamic Persia(...)
The Power of Unity is Stopping Trump's Immigration Ban
Feb 15, 2017
BY: Stephanie Yasi Farokhi/Contributing Writer “You will not be able to get to your destination at this time.” Similar statements have been made to individuals en route to the United States in the past few weeks. Fortuitously, three federal judges have(...)
Are you ready for National Arab American Heritage Month this April?
Feb 15, 2017
BY: Arab America Staff Arab America is getting a jumpstart on National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) taking place this April. If you recall, we celebrated NAAHM last year by highlighting major contributions made by Arab Americans each day in April, but(...)
8 Best Arab Teas and Their Benefits
Feb 15, 2017
BY: Julia Jahanpour/Contributing Writer Tea is a prominent part of Arab culture and society. For centuries, it has been served warm for guests, business associates, and at meetings and social events. A strong part of the cultural tradition, hot tea(...)
Faith Hill Butchers Zuhair Murad's Name at Grammys
Feb 13, 2017
BY: Michelle Dermarkar/Contributor Writer All the biggest names in music came out Sunday night to celebrate the 59th Annual Grammy Award Ceremony. While many A-list stars were flaunting their ravishing couture gowns, there were plenty of celebrities dressed up by(...)
Lebanese Designer Zuhair Murad Takes Over the Grammys Red Carpet
Feb 13, 2017
BY: Nisreen Eadeh/Staff Writer Awards season continues to shine a light on Arab designers, who have taken over the Red Carpet this year. Unfortunately, the usual long list of Arab designers making statements at the awards show was small because(...)
Controversy Stirs After American Raid on Yemen
Feb 13, 2017
BY: Diego Reyes/Contributing Writer Conflict between the U.S. and Yemen reached new heights last week. After the January 28 U.S. black ops operation in Yemen, the media and Congress are debating whether the deadly event was successful or not. The(...)
GOP Congressman Insists There is No Group Motivating White Terrorism
Feb 13, 2017
BY: Julia Jahanpour/Contributing Writer Representative Sean Duffy (R-WI) explained how he believes white terrorist attacks are "one-offs" that the government can’t do anything about on Tuesday morning. In the midst of President Trump's travel ban and spoken condemnation of radical(...)
Lebanese American Fitness Model Maya Nassar Talks About Empowering Women, Setting Goals and Defying Stereotypes
Feb 10, 2017
BY: Nynke Burggraaff/Contributing Writer Who says Arab women aren’t emancipated? Lebanese American fitness model Maya Nassar was endorsed by the Lebanese government to compete on behalf of the country in international female body building competitions. By competing in this mostly male(...)
Amal Clooney is Expecting Twins
Feb 10, 2017
BY: Nisreen Eadeh/Staff Writer Lebanese human rights attorney, Amal Clooney, is pregnant with twins, according to The Talk with Julie Chen. The CBS talk show host confirmed on Thursday that Amal, 39, and husband George Clooney, 55, are expecting their(...)
Once Upon a Time: The Reality and Power of Truth
Feb 9, 2017
BY: Leila Diab/Contributing Writer and Freelance Journalist Once upon a time, in the land of African kings and queens, cultural spiritual rituals and civil prosperity coveted their society. Their artistic expression in the arts, poetry, and honed talents ascended into one(...)4,333 Results (Page 307 of 362)