By: Clara Jude/Arab America Contributing Writer In western countries such as Germany, Sweden, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, Syrian food is thriving. This is due to their ongoing civil war. As refugees flee and spread across the world, they took their cuisine with them. In many cases, women who have … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer As the months drag on and I get increasingly impatient with the redundancy of lockdown life, I find myself creating kitchen “staycations” through exciting new meals inspired by countries abroad. I have always fantasized about visiting Morocco in particular, and I felt it was time to bring Morocco to … Continued
By: Sophia Segal/Arab America Contributing Writer Universities across the United States have a wide variety of studies, including Arab or Near East Studies, which many people don’t realize. These states include Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Montana, and more that you would have never put on your radar. If you’re surprised, you’re not alone. These states aren’t … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer As homes have now morphed into schools and home offices simultaneously, they have now turned into incubators of stress. The home is now ground zero for home school sessions, homework projects, tests, office conference calls, short-order cooking around the clock, with additional activities like a virtual instrument, art, and … Continued
“Support Lebanon”/mumsinbeirut.com By: Laila Shadid/Arab America Contributing Writer In the wake of the Beirut blast on August 4, many of us are wondering how we can help from so far away, where we can donate, and which organizations are most credible. The ammonium nitrate explosion killed at least 171 people, wounding thousands, and left many … Continued
BY: Raneem Ghunaim/ Arab America Contributing Writer Among Arabs, it is an unspoken rule that if one gets harmed in any way, shape, or form, everyone has to help. Their “brothers” and “sisters” pain impacts them just as if they were the ones who were harmed. Being an Arab means every other Arab is your … Continued
By: Holly Johnson/Arab America Contributing Writer In an event eerily reminiscent of pre-pandemic times, a blushing bride marched down the aisle towards her prince earlier this month, aglow in the warmth of a summer afternoon in the United Kingdom. One might easily mistake this scene for any … Continued
By: Yasmina Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer Over time, the LGBTQ+ community (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning) has seen its rights evolve significantly. They have endured hardship and finally made their voices heard in many Western countries, for example. The more time goes by, the more progress is made. However, this positive evolution … Continued
By: Yasmina Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer It is often not well known, but many Lebanese have lived in West Africa for generations. This phenomenon leads to a beautiful cultural mix among the Lebanese in Africa. The Historical Facts The violence of the Druze community prompted a third of the Christian community to flee … Continued
By: Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab Spring was a sequence of anti-government protests and uprisings across the Arab world involving the nations of Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Syria, and others. In the early 2000s, there were many armed rebellions, riots, and even insurgencies across the Arab world. The Arab Spring consisted of groups of protestors … Continued
By: Annika Wolfe/Arab America Contributing Writer This June is the 6the Annual Immigrant Heritage Month (IHM), #celebrateimmigrants!, in the United States! It is a nationwide celebration of immigrants sharing the inspirational stories of immigration in America.” The month “provides an opportunity for Americans to reflect on their family’s heritage and celebrate the countless contributions … Continued
Arab America, the leading provider of digital media regarding the Arab and Arab American identity, announces its fall 2020 internship/externship opportunities. Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: September-December 2020 (4 Months) Due to the Coronavirus crisis, we are currently accepting off-site work-at-home applicants Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on … Continued
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