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Tunisia's Andalusian Heritage Still Lives on
May 10, 2022
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer It was back in the mid 1980s and I had driven to Qalcat el-Andles in search of the remains of the Spanish Muslims who had been forcefully evicted from the Iberian Peninsula. Stopping our(...)
Nebraska / NUSAAC Delegation Concludes High-Level Visit to the United Arab Emirates and Jordan
May 6, 2022
30 Delegates Discuss Innovation, Sustainability, and Food Security Expo 2020 and Gulfood Showcase the State of Nebraska The State of Nebraska and the National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) recently completed a high-level trade & investment mission to(...)
The History of the Bidet
May 4, 2022
By: Menal Elmaliki/ Arab America Contributing Writer The bidet is often described as a mythical, ethereal bowl that is half toilet half tub. From the usage of just water, to the pony, to the modern day bidet, the concept of(...)
A Pleasant Peasant's Dish: Asida
May 4, 2022
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer Asida/ Aseed Dish Asida or Aseeda comes from the Arabic root, عصد (asad), which means to ‘twist it'. Aseed is made by kneading the dough in a pot over high heat. It requires extra arm(...)
Kunafa Inspired Coffee Drink
May 4, 2022
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer https://vimeo.com/710406532 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 of restlessness that had(...)
Booza: Syria's Famous Stretchy Ice-Cream
May 4, 2022
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer In the middle of the busy souq, Al Hamdiiyah, located in the old city of Damascus is the famous ice cream shop, Bakdash. The shop has a long history, it was first(...)
Sliman Mansour's Homeland
May 4, 2022
Sliman Mansour's Homeland BY: Sara Alsayed / Arab America Contributing Writer Sliman Mansour Sliman Mansour is a Palestinian painter and artist. He was born in a village in Ramallah and in a time when the zionist had not occupied and(...)
High Powered Attorney Amal Clooney Takes a Human Rights Stand on Russia’s War on Ukraine
May 4, 2022
Amal Clooney has taken her human rights concerns about Russia's destruction of Ukraine to the UN Security Council Photo -- Hollywood Life By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer Amal Clooney has taken her concern about Russia’s attack on(...)
Arab America Foundation Celebrates National Arab American Heritage Month 2022 with a Spectacular Event in Washington DC
May 3, 2022
By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Last Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at an exciting venue in Washington DC, near DuPont Circle, was the site where Arab America Foundation acknowledged for a fifth consecutive year National Arab American Heritage(...)
The Aura of Ancient Fez Comes Alive in Riad Al Pacha Hotel/Restaurant
May 3, 2022
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer "Fez! In you is gathered all the beauties of the world. How many are the blessings and riches that you bestow on your inhabitants." Thus wrote a Moroccan poet who went on to describe(...)
Sponsors: National Arab American Heritage Month 2022
May 1, 2022
National Arab American Heritage Month 2022 Sponsors A big THANK YOU goes out to all of our sponsors. This event wouldn’t be possible without them. We’re extremely grateful for their support and we look forward to seeing them at our(...)
Arab America Foundation Announces 30 Under 30--Class of 2022 Applicants Now Accepted
Apr 27, 2022
For Immediate Release Washington DC (April 27, 2022): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for the 30 Under 30--Class of 2022. Applications are now being accepted through May 16, 2022. 30 Under 30 is(...)4,333 Results (Page 93 of 362)