By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer There are many differences between Arab culture and the culture in the United States. One piece to those differences is the longer history of the Arab world, from which more traditions and cultural norms have formed. Of course, there are also the standard differences: music, food, religions, language, and … Continued
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer During the mid 20th century, the world was in a form of total war never seen before in history. The aftermath of the Suez crisis resulted in the loss of millions of lives and billions of dollars worth of damage. As a result, the dominating powers of France … Continued
By Steven Brander / Arab America Contributing Writer One of those peculiar, esoteric and yet incredibly interesting historical tidbits relegated to the metaphorical dusty corner of some history office is King Offa’s Arabic coin. Offa was the dominant king in the region which would, though not for several hundred years, become modern day England. At … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer “It’s the love of my life! I only wish I could live long enough to see Apamea rise again from centuries of neglect.” Abd Al-Razaq Zaqzuq, Director, Department of Antiquities in the Hama region, seemed to be a happy man, bubbling with enthusiasm as he talked about his pet … Continued
By: Pamela Dimitrova / Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic folklore and mythology are one of the most diverse and colorful in the world, with stories about supernatural creatures, brave heroes, magic lamps and thrilling adventures. Many of them were passed orally from generation to generation over hundreds of years, preserving the authentic spirit of the … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer The Syrian Civil War has been going on for years now, and many documentaries and films have been created about the conflict. Some films aim to highlight either side, and others aim to showcase the real humanitarian impact that the conflict has had on the people. “Brothers”, or “Broeders” … Continued
By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab world is full of rich cultural heritage and arts. There are lots of great crafts that you can do at home that are inspired by the Arab world. Here is a list of ten great crafts, easy and hard, to get you started in the wonderful world … Continued
By: Yaseen Rashed/Arab America Contributing writer The Middle East is one of the richest areas in the world in natural resources. The region is primarily known for its production of oil and gas as 80% of the world’s oil use comes from an OPEC member country. In turn, this natural resource has enriched these countries’ … Continued
By Steven Brander/ Arab America Contributing Writer This series will explore moments in history in which the fates of civilizations and regions teeter upon a knife’s edge. Here, we will delve into those key moments in which the course of Arab history was incontrovertibly altered. This article will cover the first time Arab armies attempted … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer From large round or egg-shaped to small and thin, the attractiveness of the many varieties of eggplants on vegetable shelves has been catching the fancy of increasing numbers of consumers and housewives. From black to blue, mauve, purple, white and all the shades in between, eggplants like magnets, draw … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn / Arab America Contributing Writer Shoes may seem insignificant because we wear them every day, but the reality is that they can provide an into a culture. Before the spread of the more “typical” shoes we see such as sneakers, boots, and heels, each country had (and most still have) traditional shoes. … Continued
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer During the Age of Exploration, there were many navigators who traveled the world seeking an adventure across the open seas. During the troubling times, many explorers struggled to find a path to avoid the taxation of passage. One explorer named Vasco de Gama was lost in the Arabian … Continued
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