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The Missing Data: How the Exclusion of Arabs from the Census Undermines Equitable Healthcare
Aug 30, 2023
Photo Credits: Bloomberg By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Clinical research is an evolving field, gathering data from various regions within the nation in its pursuit of answers to important questions. Within this research, many statistics are(...)
10 Things Arab American Students Can Expect When Back to School
Aug 30, 2023
By Meriam Helal/Contributing Writer Everyone has a unique experience at school, but Arab American students specifically have an unusual experience in school compared to other ethnicities. Here are some of the things that Arab American students can expect when back(...)
MENA vs. SWANA
Aug 23, 2023
Map of the MENA region. Photo: Wikimedia Commons By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer The Origins of the "MENA"/"SWANA" Debate In the context of geopolitical discussions and cultural classifications, few expressions have sparked as much discourse as "MENA"(...)
Variety of Festivals in Jordan: Beautiful Scenes
Aug 23, 2023
Photo: Pexels By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer Beautiful surroundings, historical riches, and friendly people make Jordan a captivating country in the Middle East. A tapestry of variety festivals showcases the country's creativity, diversity, and vibrant traditions, even(...)
Mahraganat: Egyptian Street Music
Aug 23, 2023
Mahraganat Artists By: Nevin Girgis/ Arab America Contributing Writer What are Mahraganat? The literal translation of ‘Mahraganat’ is ‘Festivals’, however, Egyptians know it as this generation’s style of street music. Starting in the 2010’s in communities in Imbaba and Al-Salaam(...)
The Arab Kitchen: Preparing Food, a Source of Mental Wellness
Aug 23, 2023
Photo credit: Malorie Lewis By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Writer No doubt cooking can be one of the most relaxing ways to unwind and destress after a long day. Spending time chopping, slicing, baking, frying, or whatever you(...)
Pathbreakers of Arab America, Tenth in Series: Lisa Halaby/Queen Noor of Jordan
Aug 23, 2023
Photo: Encylopedia Britannica By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the tenth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, and politics, among other areas.(...)
What is the Future of Lebanon?
Aug 23, 2023
Lebanon's currency devaluation. Photo: IStock By: Ghassan Michel Rubeiz / Arab America Guest Contributing Writer Lebanon's Political Front The stability of Lebanon has been rapidly declining for several years. Today, the Lebanese wonder if they live in a “failing” or a(...)
History of Terminology Associated with Arabs
Aug 23, 2023
Flags of Arabic-speaking countries are represented in the Arab world. Photo Credits: MENA. By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab terminology matters Words go a long way especially the terminology we use in association with one's identity. Arabs(...)
Neymar Jr. Signs to Saudi Arabia Club
Aug 23, 2023
Neymar Jr. signing his contract to join new team with Al-Hilal / Photo credits: Al Hilal Instagram page. By: Rina Acevedo / Arab America Contributing Writer Starting New Something is in the air for professional soccer players in Europe; they(...)
Arab American Entertainers Amidst the SAG-AFTRA Strike
Aug 23, 2023
Photo Credits: LA Times By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer The writer's strike has been an ongoing issue for weeks, with protests spanning all over Los Angeles demanding better pay. It has impacted many aspects of the entertainment(...)
What is the Future of Lebanon?
Aug 22, 2023
Photo: Wikimedia By: Ghassan Michel Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon's Political Front The stability of Lebanon has been rapidly declining for several years. Today, the Lebanese wonder if they live in a “failing” or a “failed” state. The term “Failing”(...)4,333 Results (Page 49 of 362)