Loading ...BLOG
4,333 Results (Page 51 of 362)
Egg or Dairy Allergy? Try Vegan Basbousa
Aug 9, 2023
Basbousa - WikiMedia By: Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer Likely originating in Egypt, basbousa is a semolina cake soaked in rose water syrup. Going by many names throughout the Middle Eastern region. The sweet combination of semolina flour,(...)
Book Review of “A is for Arab” by Wafa Shami
Aug 9, 2023
By: Sami Asmar / Arab America Contributing Writer Book Representation for Arab Children It is rare to find an English-language children’s book with Arab-related topics. Especially ones worthy of sharing with your family that lack negative biases occasionally encountered. Worry(...)
Meet Wegz, Egypt’s Trailblazing Rapper and Hip-Hop Artist
Aug 9, 2023
By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer Egyptian superstar rapper Wegz has been leading the MENA trap, rap, and hip-hop scene for years now. Yet, he is still just getting started. Born and raised in Alexandria, Egypt, he released(...)
American Theaters Broadcasting of Newly Released Egyptian Movies
Aug 9, 2023
Egyptian movie on the "Now Showing" page at Regal Cinemas / Nevin Girgis. By: Nevin Girgis / Arab America Contributing Writer Regal in Arabic? A disadvantage many Arab Americans face is not having access to newly released Arabic movies as(...)
Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees--Class of 2023
Aug 2, 2023
For Immediate Release Washington DC (August 2, 2023): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 40 Under 40 initiative--Class of 2023. Forty Arab Americans from a variety of fields and disciplines were announced. Six judges from throughout(...)
Breaking Stereotypes: How the Latest Barbie Movie Celebrates Diversity and Empowers Arab Women
Aug 2, 2023
Photo Credit: Warner Bros. By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Greta Gerwig’s most recent film “Barbie,” spurred dialogue and reflection from moviegoers all over the world, making them question the true meaning of the Barbie doll and(...)
Okhtein, Egypt’s Luxury Bag Brand With a Star-Studded Clientele
Aug 2, 2023
By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer Backstory “It all started in Old Cairo” is what Mounaz and Aya Abdel Raouf told Vogue Arabia when asked about the backstory of their luxury bag brand, Okhtein. Sisters and best friends(...)
UAE to Host 2023 UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) Amid Escalating Heat Wave
Aug 2, 2023
Photo: ArabianBusniess By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer 28th UN Climate Change Conference The 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference, or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, known as COP28, will take place at the Expo City(...)
6 Arab Streetwear Brands
Aug 2, 2023
By: Maryem Bouatlaoui / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab streetwear is where traditional, heritage Arab culture meets youth innovative entrepreneurship. From hoodies to t-shirts to hats, Arabs have been creating defining Arab fashion pieces in the realm of street fashion.(...)
A Voice for Black Iraqis: Recognition for their Culture and Struggles
Aug 2, 2023
Black Iraqis residing in the southern cities of Iraq. Photo Credit: Medium. By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer History of African Iraqi’s Over the Abbasid Empire’s five-century rule, they left an unforgettable mark on the cities of Iraq.(...)
Pathbreakers of Arab America--Seventh in Series: Brandon Saad
Aug 2, 2023
Photo: Wikimedia Commons By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the seventh in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, science, academia, and politics, among other areas. Here,(...)
Pathbreakers of Arab America--Sixth in Series: Dr. Nemat "Minouche" Shafik
Jul 26, 2023
Minouche Shafik, Arab American of Egyptian descent, recently appointed first woman president of Columbia University -- Photo -- Wikipedia By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the sixth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab(...)4,333 Results (Page 51 of 362)