Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmalik,writes a listicle of her favorite modern Arab novels you must read before you die. Each novel accurately depicts a reality in each Arab country, from finding an identity with no homeland, to being surveilled by an authoritarian and oppressive regime. It also highlights issues of poverty, censorship, and with great hilarity, catty and gossipy men and women.
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Did you know about the amount of Arab-Americans in the production and film industry? The Middle East has a long history of entertainment from the Egyptian singer-songwriter umm Kulthum to the current Lebanese singer Fairuz. There has never been a dull moment in Middle East entertainment. … Continued
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer Did you know that some of your favorite songs are produced by Arab Americans? From Michael Jackson to Britney Spears, Arab Americans have produced thousands of songs that go platinum. This list consists of five of the biggest Arab-American music producers. The purpose of this list … Continued
There were many historic races this year, but the key battle was in Dearborn, Michigan, the heart of Arab America that never had an Arab American mayor.
Sfouf is a traditional Lebanese dessert that is commonly made for special occasions such as family reunions and religious holidays.
Lebanon faces major challenges as it nears an economic meltdown. As the country slips into chaos, suffering from recent fuel shortages and a blackout, it has managed to get a new Prime Minister and government. This recent news at least suggests some progress following a year of political deadlock and a chance for bringing the country back from chaos and collapse to something like its once formidable self. Contributing writer, John Mason, updates us on Lebanon’s precipitous situation.
By: Khelil Bouarrouj / Arab America Contributing Writer Salma Hage, the Lebanese British author of the new cookbook “Middle Eastern Sweets,” readily concedes that a collection of recipes dedicated to sugary desserts, pastries, creams, and treats might appear, at first, out-of-touch with our health-obsessed culture where added sugar has been thoroughly demonized. Hage is herself … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze / Arab America Contributing Writer Jabal Al Arab Jabal Al Arab, or Jabal Al Druze, translating to “Mountain Al Arab” or “Mountain Al Druze,” has received so much attention, expressing its environmental specificity. Not only that, but it has been a debatable topic among many educators on why and how the … Continued
Beirut, Lebanon – Lebanese American University (LAU) is employing crowdfunding for its latest campaign that seeks to raise funds for a community-wide COVID-19 vaccination program. Hosted on the GiveCampus platform until May 31, 2021, the LAU Vaccination & Covid-19 Response Campaign has a $150,000 target of fresh US dollars. The crowdfunding initiative is part of … Continued
By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction and Book Synopsis: On May 15, 2021, readers of Arab literature will get an exciting opportunity to renew their interest in Ameen Rihani’s writings as “The Heart of Lebanon” will be released again with a new English translation by Roger Allen, Ph.D., who is an esteemed professor of … Continued
By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that Arab pop stars, Massari and Elyanna will perform at the April 25th event, “Celebrating the Contributions of Arab Americans!” Massari is a world-renown Arab singer from Lebanon whose style resembles that of “Hip Hop, pop music, and R&B,” and … Continued
By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the esteemed magazine, Harper’s Bazaar? You might think of their amazing front-page covers, their influence on the fashion world, or their impact on Victorian-era women. Or maybe it is their sleek image and brand recognition that … Continued
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