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Kid Pharaoh’s “British Museum” Resonates with Egyptians at Home and in the Diaspora
Feb 1, 2023
By Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer "British Museum" / @thekidpharaoh via Instagram In his latest single, “British Museum,” Egyptian-Australian rapper and producer Kid Pharaoh takes a stab at the British monarchy and its long history of imperial exploitation(...)A New Mosque in Dubai will be 3D-Printed
Feb 1, 2023
Rendering of Dubai 3D printed mosque / Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer Dubai's Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) revealed that Dubai would build the first 3D-printed mosque at(...)A Zebra at the Mercy of a Jury of Hyenas: "Rifqa" Reviewed
Feb 1, 2023
The cover of Rifqa and Mohammed el-Kurd / Photo by RYAN BRAND By: Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer With a touching and poignant introduction by Aja Monet, Mohammed el-Kurd's debut collection of poetry rings with the truth of the(...)Lubana Al-Quntar Performs with National Arab Orchestra at the "Taking Back our Narrative" Event presented by Arab America Foundation and Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Feb 1, 2023
Syrian traditional Arab music vocalist, Lubana Al-Quntar The Arab America Foundation in partnership with the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce that Lubana Al-Quntar will perform with the National Arab Orchestra (NAO) on Friday, February 17,(...)Kunafa Inspired Coffee Drink
Feb 1, 2023
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer https://vimeo.com/710406532 Video Source: Menal Elmaliki I had just come home from work, having fasted for the day, and was in the mood for something delicious, sweet, and satisfying. It was the feeling(...)'The Dove's Lost Necklace,' A Forgotten History of the Arab World
Feb 1, 2023
Map of Al-Andalus, also known as Andalusia. Photo: Wikicommons By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The 'Dove's Lost Necklace' is a captivating film that reflects a time in Arab history when peace, knowledge, and the pursuit of(...)Jumana Manna Telling Arab Stories at MoMA PS1
Jan 25, 2023
Inside View of MoMA PS1 / Jenny Lyu By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer Recent thursdays are always accompanied by light rain in New York City. I was in the rain, coming down harder and harder. The sound(...)Lessons Learned from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar
Jan 25, 2023
FIFA World Cup 2022 Trophy / @fifaworldcup on Instagram By Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer As we begin a new year and reflect on the past one, we recognize the 2022 World Cup as an important moment for(...)Mo Amer Show ‘Mo’ Renewed by Netflix—a Cultural Milestone, it Captures Palestinian American Refugee Issues through a Blend of Comedy and Drama
Jan 25, 2023
Photo BroadcastPro By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer ‘Mo’ immerses the viewer in the life of Mo Amer’s character, Mo Najjar. His is a Netflix TV story of a Palestinian American whose journey to asylum in Houston, Texas(...)Nai Barghouti Performs with National Arab Orchestra at the "Taking Back our Narrative" Event presented by Arab America Foundation and Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Jan 25, 2023
Arab classic vocalist, Nai Barghouti WASHINGTON DC--January 25, 2023 The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that Nai Barghouti, an Arab classic vocalist of Palestinian origin will perform as a featured artist with the National Arab Orchestra (NAO) on(...)Al-Namrood: The Metal Band Protesting the Saudi Arabian Government
Jan 25, 2023
Al-Namrood Band Logo / Wikipedia By: Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer When one typically thinks of metal music, the images that come to mind are pale Scandinavians in black clothing, burning churches, and Satanic imagery. Over the years,(...)UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Iraq
Jan 25, 2023
Credit: Flickr By: Arab America Contributing Writer / Mariam Alyakoob Ancient Mesporamia, which makes up modern day Iraq, is often referred to as the “Cradle of Civilization”, being home to powerful civilizations such as the Sumerians, Akkadians, Assyrians, and Bablyonians.(...)4,423 Results (Page 75 of 369)