Advertisement Close

Culture

The Threads that Connect the Arab World

BY: Weam Namou/Ambassador Blogger Over the years, so much emphasis has been placed on what divides and separates the Arab world, people have forgotten the beautiful threads that stich them together. One thread that connects the Arab world is its language. Although the Arab world is comprised mostly of countries from the religiously and ethnically diverse … Continued

A Taste of Sudan

Even people who have followed Sudan’s political, ethnic, and religious turmoil most intently, may be unfamiliar with the tasty cuisines that come from the country.

It’s Wedding Season!

Not getting married? No problem, these songs will make you move BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer Springtime is the most favored season for Arab American weddings. They love the season and all that come with it. Arab weddings are a lot of fun: great food, exciting Arab music, much dancing, and hundreds of guests dressed … Continued

7 Traits My Arab American Mother Instilled in Me

BY: Laila Elreedi/Contributing Writer Undoubtedly, the majority of teenagers, like myself, look up to someone for a sense of inspiration and advice. We need a role model to guide us during life’s struggles. Simply someone with a clear set of standards to help influence and shape their Arab values and personal traits. The role model for teenagers may … Continued

It’s Tabla Time

BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer  Instruments in the Arab world date all the way back to the 1800s. Music has always been a part of the Arab culture, traditions and way of life as it is ingrained in an Arab’s identity. The tabla is one of the most famous instruments that Arabs all over the … Continued

Springtime in the Arab World

BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons in the Arab World. Flowers are blossoming, birds are chirping, while family and friends are enjoying the weather outside. Dwellers of the land absolutely love the warm weather and the good food it brings with it. During spring, fruits and vegetables in … Continued

Palestinian Prisoner’s Day

  BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer Palestinians have been prisoners and detainees in Israeli prisons for decades, facing brutal, inhumane, and illegal treatment. Every year, these prisoners restart a movement of solidarity and carry out an open-ended hunger strike. On Monday, almost 1,100 Palestinian prisoners joined a hunger strike for Palestinian Prisoner’s Day, where Palestinians … Continued

Drake Shows Love to Arabs in his New Album “More Life”

Last week, the famous rapper Aubrey Drake Graham, also known as Drake, dropped his newest album titled, “More Life.” Fans all over the world were bursting with energy, particularly his Arab ones, after they heard his references to their culture in several songs.

Palestinian Vocalist Dalal Abu Amneh to be Featured Artist at Upcoming Concert in Southern California

Palestinian star singer Dalal Abu Amneh will be the featured artist at an upcoming concert in Southern California – see PalestineFoundation.org. Dalal has gained significant attention and raving reviews by audiences and critics in many appearance outside of her native Nazareth, especially through her wider exposure to the rest of the Arab World via many concerts … Continued

1,630 Results (Page 99 of 136)