By Daniel Gi/ Contributing Writer If the world of Arab music were a kingdom, this instrument would, without a doubt, be its bonafide ruler. It has often been called the “king of instruments” and rightly so as the sound iconic tones it produces has come to symbolize the world of traditional Arab music. Literally meaning … Continued
By: Samantha Matcovsky Source: Huffington Post In today’s political climate, it’s pretty obvious that the perspective of those looking to mend tumultuous cultural gaps with impartial thread is necessary. It can be an American, looking to shine a light on how keeping an open-mind is the only way the human race will truly survive. Or … Continued
By Daniel Gil/ Contributing Writer A controversial bill aimed at criminalizing boycott and divestment practices against Israel introduced to the Senate in March by Sen. Ben Cardin will be amended following public outcry that the bill violated the first amendment. The bill (S. 720) seeks to amend the Export Administration Act of 1979 by making … Continued
By Myrna Daher/Contributing Writer Arabs are known for their lavish dress designs and extraordinary parties, which certainly include something as laid-back as a picnic. In reality the picnic is just another reason for Arabs to gather and exchange dishes, play tawleh/backgammon and cards, while dancing to Arab music, and smoking hookah. The Arabs take great … Continued
By: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer It’s July and the heat is only going to get worse during August. So, as the summer gets hotter, we try to find new ways to get cooler. What would be a better way to do so than with refreshing Arab summer drinks? It’s all about the fresh fruit juices, … Continued
By Laila Elreedi/ Contributing Writer Countless times, we, as teens have heard adults claim, “teens these days have it easy.” I mean, let’s face it, we do have access to a great number of services and instant resources and information at our fingertips through smartphones and apps. We can simply check the weather, get directions, … Continued
Nur Watad/ Arab America Ambassador Blogger Served often as a mezza/hordeurve, a full meal course, as street food, or as a main dish, falafel reaches mass popularity all over the world as one of the most favorite Arab foods. Falafel is a traditional Arab food found all over the Sham (Greater Syria) and Arab African … Continued
By Daniel Gil/ Contributing Writer That empty spot on the magic red carpet has finally been filled. After months of casting calls and over 2,000 auditions later, Disney finally announced on Saturday their choice for the cast of their live-action remake of the beloved 1992 animated film, but it’s not enough for the Arab community. … Continued
Source: Rudaw ERBIL, Kurdistan Region – As an American soccer player of Iraqi parents, Justin Meram is distressed by detentions and deportation threats within his Chaldean Christian community, a fallout of the US government’s agreement with Baghdad to remove Iraq from its travel ban targeting seven Muslim-majority countries. “Being a Chaldean American, being an Iraqi … Continued
By: Paula Katinas Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle Rev. Khader El-Yateem apparently isn’t taking any chances. A City Council candidate hoping to get his or her name on the ballot for the Sept. 12 primary is required by election law to submit at least 450 signatures from voters in the district who are registered in the … Continued
Source: Time By: Lily Rothman Milestone moments do not a year make. Often, it’s the smaller news stories that add up, gradually, to big history. With that in mind, in 2017 TIME History will revisit the entire year of 1967, week by week, as it was reported in the pages of TIME. Catch up on last … Continued
Letters From Baghdad More influential than her friend and colleague T.E. Lawrence (a.k.a. Lawrence of Arabia), why she (Gertrude Bell) has been written out of the history she helped make? Voiced and executive produced by Academy Award winning actor Tilda Swinton, Letters from Baghdad tells the extraordinary and dramatic story of British spy, explorer and … Continued
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