By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer “Would you like to see the Medina?” is the usual question young lads put to visitors roaming Jamaa el Fna, Marrakesh’s square of never-ending entertainment. Usually, not many take up the offer. To a good number of tourists, the Medina (oldest part of the city) has no special meaning. … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (Wednesday, July 13, 2022): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for 40 Under 40–Class of 2022. Applications are now being accepted through Wednesday, August 3, 2022, by midnight Eastern Time. 40 Under 40 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans. The program spotlights … Continued
By: Mariem Hamdi / Arab America Contributing Writer Frequented by the camera crew of Lucasfilms, Southern Tunisia is one of the most prolific Star Wars locations. If you are a fan of Star Wars movies, you should know that four of them were partially filmed in Tunisia. From Matmata where “Luke Skywalker” grew up to … Continued
(Photo Credit: Cleantech San Diego) By: Kimothy Wong/Arab America Contributing Writer 1. Aladdin Cafe (Photo Credit: ZOMATO) Aladdin Cafe, located in the Clairemont District of San Diego, offers authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a beautiful and spacious setting. Its excellent catering service and wide range of food choices make it a place worth revisiting. Aladdin Cafe … Continued
By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer Background From 800 AD to 1100 AD, Baghdad was the richest, most prestigious and significant cosmopolitan city in the world. The Islamic Golden Age contributed vital discoveries and ideas to science and math that still affect our world today. The average American is not very familiar with … Continued
By: Mohammed Abduljabbar / Arab America Contributing Writer In the past four decades, many Iraqis searched for a new home. Political turmoil, wars, and financial instability have led, and continue to lead, many Iraqis to leave their country in search of a better, safer life. While many Iraqi immigrants have turbulent stories, the story of … Continued
By Arab America contributing writer, Antonia Wagura Cooking is all about people. Food may be the only universal thing that can bring everyone together. No matter what culture, everywhere around the world, people eat together. Introduction Have you been to Sudan? Are you looking for a genuine food experience? If so, then you should try … Continued
By: Bishara A. Bahbah / Arab America Featured Columnist Introduction: Palestinians, like Arab states outside the Accords, have zero or little influence over Israel. Joining this key new axis of influence would be a stunning pre-emptive strike by the Palestinians. One of President Joe Biden’s major stated goals for his trip to the Middle East … Continued
By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Writer The concept of an afterlife, Heaven and Hell, is an idea that humanity has eternally dwelled over. At the center of many famous works of art and compositions is the great beyond. Over the history of mankind, many theologians have attempted to define the afterlife; from the … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer With a wide variety of vegetable “nuggets” proliferating in supermarkets, I can’t help but think of the old school, traditional cauliflower fritters of my childhood. These fritters are the Palestinian version of vegetable nuggets, made by hand lovingly by my great Auntie Bahia. The Arabic term for these fritters … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer While enjoying the luxury of our resort hotel, Club Maeva Miramar, I asked numerous members of the staff if they knew of any Arabs living in Tampico – an important Mexican petroleum port, slowly building up its tourist industry. Finally, one of the guides asked me, “Are Arabs and … Continued
By: Mohammed Abduljabbar / Arab America Contributing Writer Quick Synopsis The idea of an Arab union is not new. Since the beginning of the 20th century, many Arab states have pursued a union with their Arab neighbors. However, some of these unions never saw the light, some dissolved very quickly, and some are simply ineffective. … Continued
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