By: MacKenzie DiLeo/Arab America Contributing Writer Individuals in Arab countries are beginning to think twice about eating beef or chicken and have adopted a more plant-based diet in recent times. Adopting a plant-based diet, otherwise known as “veganism,” means one is likely becoming more self-conscious about how their diet is affecting animals, the environment, and … Continued
Congressman Justin Amash, an Arab American considered running for President of the United States, but ultimately decided to sit it out for 2020. So who is Justin Amash, what caused him to consider a Presidential bid, and what can we expect from him in the future? Justin Amash is an Arab American Amash was born … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab American Contributing Writer It was in the year 1000 A.D. and al-Mansour, the never-defeated Moorish leader of Arab Spain, had returned to Cordova from yet another victory over the Christians of the North. A man of steel, he had forged an army which was the best in both Europe and the Muslim … Continued
By: Yasmina Hage/Arab Amerira Contributing Writer Unfortunately, COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on its way through many countries in the Arab World. Qatar had its first case of COVID-19 on February 27, 2020. Currently, the country has 47,207 cases of contamination on its soil, making it one of the most affected countries in the world, according … Continued
By: Jessica Agostinelli and Khaled Elgindy On May 12, 2020, the Middle East Institute-MEI hosted Dr. Mohammed Shtayyeh, Prime Minister of the Palestinian National Authority, for roundtable discussion on the many crises facing Palestinians and the Palestinian Authority (PA), from the COVID pandemic and the possibility of economic collapse to the imminent threat of Israeli … Continued
Oriental dance is not just a dancer in a sequined costume asking for money while dancing. When people talk about oriental dance, they automatically refer to sensuality, hip-dancing, and undulations. It’s a feminine dance of Egyptian origin. It was developed in the Maghreb and the Near East, which includes many styles such as “Raqs sharqi” … Continued
By: Joyce Behrens/Arab America Contributing Writer As the month of Ramadan ends this weekend, it is a time of giving and appreciating to Allah. It is also a period to enjoy the company of family. During the holy month, daily fasting is necessary from dawn until dusk. Once the sun has set, it gives permission … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer The third-largest indoor ski resort in the world, Ski Dubai, opened its doors on December 2, 2005, became the star of Dubai’s ‘Mall of the Emirates’ – the largest shopping center outside of the U.S. It was officially inaugurated, in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, by Shaikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al … Continued
By: Dr. Lina Abirafeh/Arab America Contributing Writer The world is slowly growing accustomed to our new reality under the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone is at risk, but those who are marginalized – women, the elderly, people living with disabilities, people without insurance, people with compromised immune systems, refugee populations – face greater challenges, especially in the … Continued
Thursday evening marks the last day of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month wherein able-bodied Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, and abstain from bad behavior, such as gossiping or becoming aggravated with others. This Friday, June 15th, marks the celebration known as Eid al-Fitr which is observed all around the world with elaborate feasts, festivals, … Continued
SOURCE: Vogue By Alice Cary 14 May 2020 Are Bella and Gigi Hadid considering a career change? The sisters have been cooking up a storm in the rustic country kitchen at their family farm in Pennsylvania, and naturally, documenting their flourishing culinary talents on Instagram as they go. Quarantine has provided the supermodel sisters with … Continued
SOURCE: Yahoo!life By: Emily Dixon May 15, 2020, Photo credit: @yolanda.hadid – Instagram From Marie Claire On the very, very, very slim chance that you somehow haven’t heard the news: Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik are expecting a baby! Yolanda Hadid told Dutch broadcaster RTL Boulevard last month that she “can’t wait to become a … Continued
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