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The Emergence of Moroccan-Spanish Rapper: El Morad
Oct 9, 2024
Source: Wikicommons. Photo displays Moroccan rapper El Morad performing By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Adjusting to life in a new country is always challenging, particularly when the new environment differs significantly in customs, religion, and language. Morad,(...)
Israel May Win the War Tactically, But Fail Strategically
Oct 9, 2024
Photo: Aljazeera By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Over the past twelve months, with US support, Israel has partially defeated Hamas, weakened Hezbollah, and humiliated Iran. Iran has made two attempts to retaliate, but those have been ineffective.(...)
The Danish Muslim Who Defended Libya
Oct 9, 2024
Portrait of Knud Holmboe in 1931. Photo source: Wikimedia commons By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Knud Holmboe was a Danish journalist, author, and explorer whose life journey took him from the Lutheran faith of his upbringing(...)
Abraham Rihbany in New York's Syrian Colony
Oct 9, 2024
A photograph of 21-year-old Abraham Rihbany, taken in Zahleh, Lebanon. Source: Rihbany's A Far Journey. By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Abraham Rihbany arrived in New York on October 6, 1891, and quickly found refuge within the Syrian(...)
Maya Berry to Speak at Connect Arab America Empowerment Summit 2024 in Dearborn, Michigan
Oct 9, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., October 9, 2024) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that Maya Berry, Executive Director of the Arab America Institute, will speak at the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit, which will be held(...)
The Gaza War’s Hidden Front: Jordan’s Struggles with Diplomacy, Resources, and Stability
Oct 9, 2024
Source: Pexels. This image shows Amman, the capital of Jordan. By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer As the sun rose over Amman, the usually busy streets felt quieter, as if reflecting the tension in the air. In the(...)
Voices of Change: The Fight for Better Conditions Among Moroccan Doctors
Oct 9, 2024
Photo of Moroccan medical students protesting. Photo by Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer In recent weeks, Morocco has been rocked by major protests by doctors, ushering in a new chapter in the fight for better(...)
How My Arab American Upbringing Prepared Me for Policing
Oct 9, 2024
By: Sarah Shendy / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab America contributing writer, Officer Sarah Shendy, shares how growing up in an Arab American home shaped her approach to policing. After joining the police academy, she quickly realized her passion for(...)
OP-ED: Voting Third-Party: A Principled, Strategic Choice
Oct 9, 2024
Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. By: Kareem Rosshandler Arab and Muslim Americans have good reason to be involved in the presidential elections. As frustrated observers of the Biden administration’s unbridled support for Israel’s genocidal campaign in Gaza over the last year,(...)
The Rahbani Brothers: The Architects of Fairuz's Legacy
Oct 9, 2024
Image of Fairuz and Assi Rahbani: Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer People frequently refer to Fairuz, the legendary Lebanese vocalist, as the "Voice of the Arab World." Her divine voice, combined with her(...)
Building a New, World-Class Midtown Bus Terminal
Oct 3, 2024
The Port Authority has introduced plans to build a new, world-class transportation hub (bus terminal) in Midtown Manhattan. This hub will replace the outdated 73-year-old structure, delivering commuters and residents of the Bistate region a state-of-the-art, reliable, and efficient connection(...)
Bridging Cultures: A Comprehensive Guide to Moroccan Arabic (Darija) and Amazigh (Berber)
Oct 2, 2024
Source: Wikimedia Commons. By: Rania Basria/ Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco is a fascinating nation recognized for its diverse cultural heritage, historical sites, and magnificent scenery. The two principal languages spoken by its inhabitants are Moroccan Arabic (Darija) and Amazigh(...)4,333 Results (Page 6 of 362)