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Navigating the Monsoons: Arab Innovations in Indian Ocean Maritime Navigation
Nov 6, 2024
Indian Ocean Monsoon, Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer The Indian Ocean has long been a hub of marine commerce, connecting diverse cultures and economies in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. According to(...)
Al Boraq: A Deep Dive into Morocco's High-Speed Train System
Nov 6, 2024
ONCF Al Boraq High Speed Train. Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer The nation of Morocco is made up of 67 diverse cities that make the country a spectacle, to say the least. From the(...)
The Kharijites: The First Islamic Sect
Nov 6, 2024
The Battle of Siffin, Source: Wikimedia Commons By Luke McMahan / Arab America Contributing Writer The Kharijites, the first known Islamic sect, formed after splitting from the followers of the fourth Caliph Ali, who was assassinated by one of their(...)
Dajaj bil Laban-Chicken and Yogurt
Nov 4, 2024
Photo Credit: Wiki Commons By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer In Arab cooking yogurt is mainly used with meats such as lamb or beef but also, at times with chicken. This Saudi Arabian dish proves that chicken and yogurt make(...)
How to Vote Your Conscience Super Strategically
Oct 31, 2024
By: Sam Husseini / Arab America Contributing Writer The "Uncommitted" movement has predictably floundered. Parts of it will vote for Harris; others have effectively melded into Abandon Harris and vote for Jill Stein of the Green Party or some other non-genocidal candidate. At(...)
With Mixed Feelings, I Vote for Harris
Oct 30, 2024
Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Recent presidential polls show that Vice President Harris and former President Trump are running neck and neck among Arab and Muslim Americans: 45% for Trump and 43% for Harris. Stunning New Poll Shows Trump(...)
Raed Wahesh: Voice of Syrian Suffering and Hope
Oct 30, 2024
Image of Old Syrian Poetry. Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons. By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer One of the important voices of his generation is Syrian poet Raed Wahesh, particularly in light of the country's ongoing wars. Wahesh, who(...)
A Guide to Surfing in Morocco
Oct 30, 2024
Imsouane Bay, Southern Morocco. Photo source: Pexels By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco has become a world-renowned surf destination, offering something for every level of surfer. With over 1,800 kilometers of coastline, the country enjoys consistent(...)
Rizk’s Enduring Message: Lessons from 1943 for the 2024 Election
Oct 30, 2024
Image source: Pexels. By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As the 2024 presidential election draws near, it's more important than ever for the Arab American community to make their voices heard. The message of Salom Rizk, a mid-20th-century(...)
Voices in the Shadows: The Political Influence of Religious and Ethnic Minorities in the Arab World
Oct 30, 2024
Kurdish people in Bisaran, Iran. Photo source: Wikimedia commons Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, a diverse tapestry of cultures, languages, and faiths coexist with the dominant Arab identity. Religious(...)
RECAP: CONNECT Arab America Empowerment Summit 2024 Welcomes Over 480 Guests from 26 States on October 25-26, Making a Significant Impact on the Arab American Community
Oct 30, 2024
Arab America Foundation Awardees at CONNECT Empowerment Summit 2024. The Arab America Empowerment Summit drew a remarkable crowd this past weekend, with over 480 attendees from over 26 states across the U.S. and abroad. Organized by the Arab America Foundation,(...)
The Order of Assassins: Where the Term “Assassin” Comes From
Oct 30, 2024
King Edward I of England kills his would-be assassin. Picture: Wikipedia Commons By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer When you think of the term “assassin”, a variety of topics might spring into mind. You might think of all(...)4,375 Results (Page 7 of 365)