By: Noor Almohsin/Arab America Contributing Writer In winter, people try to stay warm in every possible way. Wearing warm clothes, layering, or simply staying in a heated place can help them keep warm. However, most Arab elders strongly believe that food is what really keeps the body warm, from the inside out. Therefore, most Arab … Continued
By: Michael Springmann/Arab America Contributing Writer Last week it was reported that the NBA (National Basketball Association) had agreed to Israel’s demands to alter its website “after listing Palestine as ‘occupied territory.’” The NBA also apologized for this entry. According to reports from RT, the source making demand was Israel’s Culture and Sports Minister Miri … Continued
NBC announced Tuesday that Arab American, Hoda Kotb, will co-host the Today Show with Savannah Guthrie. Both will become the first pair of women to host the show along with weatherman Al Roker and Orange Room host Carson Daly. Announcing Kotb’s appointment on “Today,” Guthrie stated, “This has to be the most popular decision that … Continued
By Noor Almohsin/Arab America Contributing Writer There are Arab Americans achievers in various fields. As a community, it has a number of accomplished members who do well to themselves, community and the society. Arab Americans have a high rate of education nationally compared to other groups, and those achievers are among hundreds of them if … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer I was content as we made our way from the Dominican Republic’s Boca Chica Beach to Santo Domingo. The air-conditioned bus was comfortable and the conversation with a descendant of the Incas sitting next to me was pleasant. Just before we entered the country’s capital, I asked my new … Continued
See No Evil? The Donald’s soothsayers (and ourselves) can’t see into the ball. It’s covered, not in the dust, but by a dirty white rag with blue lines on it. Some people claim there is a religious symbol printed on the cloth. Others assert that the two large navy stripes at the fabric’s … Continued
By: Michaela Schrum/Arab America Contributing Writer 1. End to the increased violence in Palestine Mohammed Sami al-Dahdouh was shot in a protest near Gaza City, marking the 15th Palestinian teenager shot since President Trump’s decision to move the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. 2. Protests…and more protests… Political scientists of the day say … Continued
By: J. Michael Springmann/Arab America Contributing Writer Responding to her fans’ calls for canceling a planned concert in Israel, New Zealand pop singer Lorde bravely announced she had made a bad decision and called off the event. This brought out the Izzie attack dogs, even though her statement was in keeping with her practice of … Continued
BY: Nisreen Eadeh/Arab America Contributing Writer Eating healthy meals during the holiday season is a challenge for everyone. Sugary sweets, fried comfort food, and massive portions line the tables at family feasts. Indulging in unhealthy habits for a day or two turn into a week or two, then a month, and before we know it, … Continued
By: Mario Habashy/Arab America Contributing Writer The city of Jerusalem has seen many conquerors and exhibited many identities in its extensive history. In the recent news, Jerusalem appears to be entering a new identity crisis. The rich history of Jerusalem provides a context for the current worldwide dilemma. The Beginnings of Jerusalem: Image: Naunakhte – … Continued
Image: Biblical Archaeology By: Hayfa Alazzawi/Arab America Contributing Writer The origin of the word “Iraq”, according to most studies, is from Arabic ‘araqa/عراقهcovering notions such as “perspiring, deeply rooted, well-watered,” which may reflect the impression about the lush river-land made on the Arab desert. Ancient Iraq “Mesopotamia” has been known for 20,000 years (ancient history.com). This deep … Continued
By: Ani Karapetyan/Contributing Writer Syria is a fascinating country with a long history. It is one of the cradles of civilization. There are countless intriguing facts about this ancient country. In this article, we select and introduce to the reader the nine of the most unexpected facts about Syria. 1. Damascus is the oldest capital … Continued
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