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Deciphering Blinken’s Unguarded Optimism
Jan 24, 2024
By: Khalil E. Jahshan / Arab America Contributing Writer The Biden administration announced its first Middle East initiative of the new year on January 4, 2024, by dispatching Secretary of State Antony Blinken to the area to ensure the continuity(...)
Surprising Popularity of the Arabic Language Amongst American College Students
Jan 24, 2024
Arabic Calligraphy. Photo: Wikipedia By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer Intro In recent decades, Arabic has emerged as one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, experiencing a notable surge in the United States. The number(...)
Ramy Youssef’s Activism on an American Stage
Jan 24, 2024
https://www.instagram.com/p/C2LQdODPNqP/?img_index=1 By: Malak Hassouna/ Arab America Contributing Writer New Jersey-born Ramy Youssef, has risen to become a well-known standup comedian, but in recent years, he has also come to our screens in more ways than once as a writer, director,(...)
Pathbreakers of Arab America—Laura Nader
Jan 24, 2024
Photo - Berkeley By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the thirtieth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other(...)
How the United States' Terrorist Designation of the Houthis Could Hurt Yemeni Civilians
Jan 24, 2024
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer Houthi's Attacks on Ships Advocates say that America’s decision to designate the Houthis as a global terrorist group will worsen the already dire humanitarian crisis in Yemen. This will come after Biden(...)
The Naomi Shihab Nye Prize, 2024
Jan 24, 2024
Picture of Naomi Shihab Nye. Photo: albustanseeds.org Intro In a celebration of Arab culture and storytelling, the Naomi Shihab Nye Prize stands out as a guiding light for aspiring writers within the Arab community. Established with the goal of inspiring(...)
The Versatility of Tahini: Chocolate Tahini Tart With Date Walnut Crust
Jan 21, 2024
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer While most anyone that makes homemade hummus on a regular basis has tahini in their cupboard, many do not realize the versatility and nutritional value of this Arab household staple. By the spoon, tahini(...)
Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40-Class of 2024: Applicants Now Accepted
Jan 17, 2024
For Immediate Release Washington DC (Wednesday, January 17, 2024): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for 40 Under 40--Class of 2024. Applications are now being accepted through Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 12:00 Midnight(...)
Pathbreakers of Arab America—Ameen Faris Rihani
Jan 17, 2024
A young Ameen--1904 Photo Wikipedia By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the twenty-ninth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics,(...)
Saint Levant: A Performer and An Activist
Jan 17, 2024
https://www.instagram.com/p/C1r6RM6IJDD/?img_index=1 By: Malak Hassouna/ Arab America Contributing Writer Palestinian-French-Algerian artist Saint Levant was born Marwan Abdelhamid in Jerusalem and now resides in Los Angeles. His name represents a reclaiming of the orientalist fancies that the Levant has traditionally been a(...)
Carlos Slim and his Lebanese Heritage
Jan 17, 2024
Image of Carlos Slim Helú “When you give do not expect to receive. Fragrance clings to the hand that gives the rose”- Carlos Slim By: María Teresa Fidalgo-Azize/ Arab American Contributing Writer Self-made business magnate, illustrious civil engineer, owner of(...)
Arab Designers Illuminate the Golden Globes Red Carpet
Jan 17, 2024
Fashion Show. Photo: Wikimedia By: Ziyan Qutub / Arab American Contributing Writer Introduction: In the dazzling world of Hollywood's Golden Globes, the red carpet becomes a runway where fashion transcends boundaries and cultural influences take center stage. This year, the(...)4,423 Results (Page 45 of 369)