By Nizar Farsakh/Arab America Ambassador Blogger “When I came to Washington DC in 2011, I was amazed by all the museums, monuments and memorials and how proudly Americans tell their stories through them, stories of its citizens who had come here from all over the world. But I had this sense of loss, I could … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer In the mid 1980s, while touring Puerto La Cruz with a friend, we stumbled upon Centro Sirio Venezolano (Syrian Venezuelan Centre) which was still under construction. It appeared to be an impressive project and I promised myself that one day, after it had been completed, I would return. And … Continued
Arab America (www.arabamerica.com) is proud to sponsor Lebanese Superstar, Ragheb Alama, performing live in Washington DC on Saturday, February 17th, 9:00 pm, at GW Lisner Auditorium. Doors Open at 8:00 pm/Concert at 9:00pm To Purchase Tickets to Ragheb Alama: CLICK HERE For more information: 877-272-2944 Location: GW Lisner Auditorium 730 21st St. NW Washington DC 20052 … Continued
Mohammed Alhammami, seeing snow-covered mountains for the first time. By: Mohammed Al-Hammami/Arab America Contributing Writer A chain of mountains covered in pure white, trees extending beyond the reach of the eye, blue bodies of water mixed in with the white, brown, and green. This was the scene I drank in as I stood atop “Mary … Continued
Michael Springmann Arab America Contributing Writer On January 7, 2018, Ha’aretz, an Israeli newspaper, published a list of 20 organizations the Israeli government had previously blacklisted. Additionally, Israel is denying entry to members of the groups, including, the American Friends Service Committee (a Quaker assembly with a Nobel Peace Prize), the Jewish Voice for … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer The bustling city of Aleppo with its historic sites and 21st century exuberance was behind us as we made our way to Qalaat Simaan (Fortress of Saint Simeon) – one of the most monumental religious spots during the first 1,000 years of Christianity. The dry, cool morning air invigorated … Continued
By: Kameron Dreher/Arab America Contributing Writer Many Arab Americans have heard the saying, “New Year, new me”, but how often do they actually quit unwanted and hurtful Arab habits that they promise would fulfill? Is 2018 the year to finally take action, live a healthier lifestyle, try new things, and make serious changes? Which one … Continued
By Mario Habashy/Arab America Contributing Writer In just the past few months, a new Egyptian discovery was made that could revolutionize Egyptian archaeology! Here is what you need to know. 1. EGYPTOLOGISTS SAY THAT A NEW TOMB COULD DATE BACK 3500 YEARS The remains found in the tomb span different dynasties and the oldest dates … Continued
By Emiliya Strahilova/Arab America Contributing Writer January 4th is the date for the world premiere of the brand new music show, The Four: Battle of Stardom. The program is different than the rest of the formats because the rules are inverted. The new catch is this– from day one, four competitors are already in the game. Then … Continued
J. Michael Springmann/Arab America Contributing Writer Rabbi Shmuley Boteach placed a full-page ad in the Washington Post’s Sunday, December 31, 2017, edition. Spending thousands for the astonishingly prejudiced page, Boteach and his World Values [!!!] Network, are apparently ready to begin the New Year with a wave of hate. Rabbi Boteach and his inaptly-named organization … Continued
By Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Called by the Arabs of the Middle East, ‘the milk of lions’, arak, also known as arack and arraki, is the national alcoholic drink of Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Palestine. It is given this nickname because of its highly potent overpowering strength. character. An aniseed-flavoured colourless spirit distilled from … Continued
By: Leila Diab/Arab America Contributing Writer Whether near or far, far away into the galaxy of life, wishing upon a shining star in 2018, should embrace the soulful and aspiring inspiration of hopes, and dreams of brighter planetary stars in the Earth’s cycle of life. As many of us, Arab Americans, usher in the New … Continued
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