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June 27th is World Arak Day

Jun 27, 2023

The first-ever World Arak Day is finally here! Every June 27th beginning this year will mark a day of celebration for the culture, heritage, and future of the Levant’s oldest and most beloved spirit - Arak. Steeped in history, arak(...)

The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Refugees

Jun 21, 2023

By: Tara Gerashi and Mikaela Bell / Arab America Contributing Writers Imagine your home country disintegrates into violence. You gather your children and flee for your lives. Against all odds, you survive the conflict and the border crossings to move(...)

Pathbreakers of Arab America—First in a Series: Rami Malek

Jun 21, 2023

Rami and his Mother, to whom with his deceased Dad, he owed his Egyptian heritage and their loving support, on winning the Academy Award for his role of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody -- Photo Wiki Photos By: John Mason(...)

Evil Eye in Arab Culture

Jun 21, 2023

Evil Eye Amulets in Markets in the Middle East/ MiddleEastEye By: Nevin Girgis / Arab America Contributing Writer Subsequent to religious symbols, the next most popular symbol in the Middle East is the Evil Eye. When you witness an Arab(...)

Arab Americans in the Revolutionary War

Jun 21, 2023

By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer The American Revolutionary War, which took place between 1775 and 1783, was one of the most significant historical events in world history that eventually led to the formation of the United States.(...)

Qatar's New Structure Following the World Cup

Jun 21, 2023

Photo: CNN By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer For the first time, the world witnessed an Arab country hosting the World Cup on 20, November 2022, with Qatar hosting it in a small country with a population of(...)

A Journey of Perseverance as Migrants Take on the Sea in Search of Safety

Jun 21, 2023

By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Photograph provided by Hellenic Coast Guard via AP. A survival exit Where do you turn when you can’t recognize your own country because it failed to provide the safety and security you(...)

Arab America Foundation Announces 30 Under 30 Awardees--Class of 2023

Jun 14, 2023

For Immediate Release Washington DC (June 14, 2023): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 30 Under 30 initiative--Class of 2023. Thirty outstanding Arab Americans were announced from a diverse group. A panel of judges from different(...)

Arab Designers Steal the Spotlight at the Jordanian Royal Wedding

Jun 14, 2023

By Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer The wedding of Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah of Jordan to now Princess Rajwa al Saif was one of the most highly anticipated events in the Arab world. Occurring early this month,(...)

Makmoura: Irbid City's Famous Dish

Jun 14, 2023

Photo: Food TodayBy: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing WriterJordan's northernmost city, Irbid, is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine. One of the many delicious foods to come out of this area, Makmoura, stands out as(...)

The Life of Comedian and Actor Michael Batayeh

Jun 14, 2023

Picture of Michael Batayeh at the Toronto International Film Festival. Photo: CNN By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer On June 1st Michael Batayeh passed away at his home in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He passed away in what was labeled(...)

The History of Zaatar And a Zaatar Cheesy Delight Recipe

Jun 14, 2023

By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer Photo Credit @Lisa Bryan from Downshiftology Food Blog. What is Zatar? Zatar is a combination of spices and herbs that comes from the Middle East, and it is trendy in the Mediterranean(...)