By: Alena Khan/Arab America Contributing Writer In politics, everything you say or do is open to the public, and open to the public’s own interpretation. As a politician, what you say can and will most likely be used against you in the media, news, etc. Many topics in politics, of course, raise some controversy, and … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Pistachios (Pistacia vera), whose name derives from the Persian word pisteh, is believed to have originated in Iran. For thousands of years they thrived in western Asia, in the area from Syria to Afghanistan. They were prized for their creamy flavour and nutritious value by royalty and the elite … Continued
By: Udochi Esomonu/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arabic language is over 1600 years old. Arabic, a Central Semitic language, is spoken by over 300 million people worldwide today. It is classified as a macrolanguage, as it consists of over 30 various dialects spoken among native-speakers. The Arabic language is in strong relation with the spread … Continued
By: Udochi Esomonu/Arab America Contributing Writer Proverbs are a special way to gain insight into one’s culture. Proverbs, through the power of anecdotal messages and meanings, allow for various cultures and societies to share a common idea, While they showcase a universal cultural message, they also highlight the unique nature of various cultures and societies. Proverbs … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum Standing atop Mount Byrsa, the Acropolis of both Punic and Roman Carthage, I surveyed the panorama of the modern spread-out urban center covering the historic ruins which, without doubt, form an important part of the heritage of humankind. After having a short time before explored the few Punic, also known as Phoenician … Continued
By: Alena Khan/Arab America Contributing Writer The results of this year’s midterm elections are tremendously important. Not only will the results shape the future of the Trump era, but it will take part in shaping the American political outlook for many years to come. People know how important elections are, yet voter turnout still remains … Continued
By Bishara Bahbah/Arab America Featured Columnist In 2018, Israel celebrated the 70th anniversary of the Israeli Declaration of Independence. The declaration affirmed that the State of Israel “will ensure complete equality of social and political rights to all its inhabitants irrespective of religion, race or gender.” Any so-called “Israeli Arab,” or anyone else considered a … Continued
By: Udochi Esomonu/Arab America Contributing Writer As a candidate, President Trump promised to instill the sentiment of “America First,” which included the molding of America’s political agenda to solely cater to and preserve the most fundamental sentiments of America’s identity. This policy has led to an increase in nationalistic values and very staunch non-interventionalist foreign … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer ‘Arabization is our future’! ‘We will be truly an Arab country in a few years’! French influences will soon be an apparition from the past’! – were the phrases that I heard over and over again when I first visited Morocco in 1961, a few years after the country … Continued
By: Annika Wolfe/ Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab World is full of beautiful landscapes, architecture, and art. The Middle East includes luxurious Mediterranean beaches, expansive deserts, and booming urban centers. From ancient ruins to natural wonders and bustling city streets, the Arab World is one of the most visually stunning regions on the globe. … Continued
By: Alena Khan/Arab America Contributing Writer Recently Israel has passed into law a bill that defines the nature of the state of Israel. The nation-state bill sparked controversy as it establishes Israel as the historic home of Jewish people, saying that only Jewish people have the “right to self-determination.” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who advocated … Continued
By Emiliya Strahilova/Arab America Contributing Writer Broken Wings is a lyrical novel about the young Kahlil Gibran and his first love, Selma, in Lebanon. The story was published in 1912 and now the acclaimed musician, Dana Al Fardan, from Qatar and the Lebanese-English West End star, Nadim Naaman, (The Phantom of the Opera) are recreating it in the … Continued
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