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Shish Barak – The Ancient Dumpling of the Levant

By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Indigenous pasta dishes are a rare find in the Arab world. But there is one culinary treasure involving an Arab pasta-like dish stemming back thousands of years. The base of this dish is the humble dumpling. Traditionally, dumplings have been an economical way to stretch costly meats to feed … Continued

Get Excited for Fall With Pumpkin Kabsa

By: Safa M. Qureshi/Arab America Contributing Writer It’s that time of the year where everything is pumpkin – and yes, even pumpkin kabsa! But before we get too far with our excitement, let us explain… The name comes from the word kabasa ( كبس‎ in Arabic), which literally means to press or squeeze, referring to … Continued

10 Arab Americans Urging you to Vote: Hanin Sukayri

By: Diala Ghneim/Arab America Contributing Writer I spoke with ten Arab Americans about voting. These individuals come from different age groups, industries, and political orientations. They are teachers, lawyers, students, stay at home mothers, IT professionals, etc…. They are active members of American society and they are all voting on November 3rd. This article is … Continued

7 Independent Arab Films You Have to Watch

By: Nana Osei/ Arab America Contributing Writer For many years, the Arab presence at the Cannes Film Festival has been predictable and tiresome. While the number of participating films has substantially increased, the all-too-familiar themes, subjects, and forms remained unchanged. But this was not the case in 2019 – or at least not entirely. In … Continued

From Palestine To El Salvador: The Story of Palestinian-Salvadorians

By: Noah Robertson/Arab American Contributing Writer Up until 1918, present-day Palestine existed under the Ottoman Empire. As with any other empire or country, Ottomans left the empire in search of a new life with new opportunities. After 1908, Young Turk Revolution led to forced conscriptions and with World War I on the horizon. Many Palestinian … Continued

10 Arab Americans Urging you to Vote: Sofian Hassan

By: Diala Ghneim/Arab America Contributing Writer I spoke with ten Arab Americans about voting. These individuals come from different age groups, industries, and political orientations. They are teachers, lawyers, students, stay at home mothers, IT professionals, etc…. They are active members of American society and they are all voting on November 3rd. This article is … Continued

How To Get Through Life as an Arab American Immigrant

By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer  There are millions of Arab American immigrants within the US. Some come for shelter while others come in hope of the American dream. Being an Arab American immigrant isn’t easy so here’s a guide in order to help you survive life in the US. Learn English English is the … Continued

10 Arab Americans Urging you to Vote: Hanan Kashou

By: Diala Ghneim/Arab America Contributing Writer I spoke with ten Arab Americans about voting. These individuals come from different age groups, industries, and political orientations. They are teachers, lawyers, students, stay at home mothers, IT professionals, etc…. They are active members of American society and they are all voting on November 3rd. This article is … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees–Class of 2020

For Immediate Release Washington DC (October 22, 2020): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 40 Under 40 initiative. Forty Arab Americans from more than 14 states were announced from a pool of close to one-hundred applications. Nine judges from throughout the country reviewed the applicants. The awardees are Sirene Abou-Chakra, Mahmoud Abuqalbain, … Continued

Violence Against Palestinian Farmers Increases Now That Olive Harvesting Has Begun

By: Katie Teague/Contributing Writer In 2006, the Israeli High Court instructed the Israeli Army to protect Palestinian olive farmers during their yearly olive harvest, which falls between early October and November. Fourteen years later, human rights groups continuously document acts of settler aggression directed at farmers and their olive groves, including arson, theft, and physical … Continued

5 Innovative Arabs under 30

By: Sarah Chaudhry/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab youth are making their mark in various landscapes across the world. From art to technology, their innovation has benefited millions and at such a young age! The following Arabs are from all walks of life and are becoming household names because of their impacts. Ali Mohamed, 23 … Continued

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