By: María Teresa Fidalgo-Azize/ Arab America Contributing Writer Hisham Matar, The Return: Fathers, Sons, And The Land In Between Joseph Brodsky was right. So was Nabokov and Conrad. They were artists who never returned. Each had tried, in his own way, to cure himself of his country. What you have left behind is dissolved. Return … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer News of a possible ceasefire agreement for Gaza, which leaked out over the weekend, is now being promoted by the White House as a breakthrough. I do not see any game changing developments as long as Israel’s leadership keeps insisting on killing heads of Hamas or sending … Continued
Gaza. Photo: Wikimedia By: Ziyan Qutub / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Located in an area of consistent battle and outlined by its complex sociopolitical terrain, Gaza has evolved into the main topic of film productions that confront the challenges, strength, and everyday situations met by the people who reside there. These accounts provide an understanding … Continued
By: Malak Hassouna /Arab America Contributing Writer Trigger Warning: this article talks about Self-immolation! “Self-immolation is the act of intentionally setting oneself on fire as a form of protest. It can also refer to acts of altruistic suicide or the act of giving up one’s body in an act of sacrifice”. What Happened on Sunday? … Continued
By: Masha Lukovenko / Arab America Contributing Writer Participants in a week-long summer Arabic language program in Rahat will be accommodated by local families and immersed in the customs and culture of the area. This August, in the Palestinian city of Rahat, a summer school will offer Arab tourists the opportunity to study Arabic for … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Bastilla is an exquisite dish made from crispy paper-thin pastry stuffed with chicken or pigeon and almonds as well as, at times, seafood. Considered to be the most sophisticated and elaborate of the many Moroccan dishes, this crown jewel of the Moroccan kitchen is a pillar of that country’s … Continued
YALA YA BASSEM!! One of the most memorable moments of the Arab Spring and its aftermath was Bassem Youssef’s. His show, Al-Berameg, brought laughter to many of our homes. Throughout its three-year run, Al-Berameg attracted more than 30 million viewers per week. However, political pressure forced him to cancel the program after he was detained for allegedly insulting Egypt’s president. His unorthodox start as a surgeon to a now comedian happened during the 2011 uprisings in Egypt. Where he describes feeling a calling to say something about what is happening, not knowing it would lead to the most watched program in the country, his detainment, and exile from his home country. When no one dared to be outwardly political during a regime change, Bassem Youssef pushed the boundaries of free speech in his country, which led him to reside in Los Angeles, California. He is on the Middle Beast tour, which our writer Malak Hassouna enjoyed attending at Warner Theatre in DC.
By: Masha Lukovenko / Arab America Contributing Writer A brand-new luxury train is in the works, aiming to join the pantheon of iconic and legendary rail journeys and classic trains like the Royal Scotsman, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, and Africa’s Rovos Rail. Dream of the Desert is the name of the tour, which promises to be … Continued
Arabic Calligraphy. Photo: Wikimedia By: Ziyan Qutub / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Arabic calligraphy, characterized by its graceful curves and intricate designs, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Arab world. This ancient art form is more than just visually captivating; it serves as a profound expression of cultural identity, reflecting … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer “Let’s have hamour (grouper) again for dinner this evening. I love this fish! Let’s order fried hamour!” My daughter seemed to drool as we sat down in a Restaurant in Dubai’s Heritage Village planning to order our meal. The night before at another Restaurant overlooking the famous Dubai … Continued
By: Masha Lukovenko / Arab America Contributing Writer While examining boulders at a nearby pocket beach in 2022, researchers stumbled upon the footprint site near the northern tip of Africa. A team of archaeologists has uncovered the oldest known human footprints in North Africa and the southern Mediterranean. The remarkable 90,000-year-old footprints were discovered by … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) February 7, 2023 –This April, the Arab America Foundation will formally recognize Arab Americans’ achievements by commemorating National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). This year’s theme is: “Celebrating Arab American Resilience and Diversity.” Across the country, cultural institutions, school districts, municipalities, state legislatures, public servants, and non-profit organizations issue proclamations … Continued
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