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Memories of my Father on Father’s Day: Lessons and Values

  By Nizar Hashem Farsakh, Arab America Ambassador Blogger On this Father’s Day, I invoke my father’s memory the way he would have liked me to, through stories. As I celebrate his legacy, I think not only of the lessons he taught me and values he instilled in me, but also of the special way … Continued

The Guide to Achieving a Dream

Photo: Elaine Rumman By Suha Araj/Arab America Contributing Writer “I have the freedom to do anything I want– my conscience is my guide.” — Elaine Rumman A hearty life can be recounted by one’s character defining moments; Elaine Rumman’s are uncountable. Driving 50 minutes each way for 7 years – before GPS and cell phones … Continued

Another First: Dubai Welcomes First Robotic Officer to Police Force

  By Colby Cyrus/Contributing Writer In addition to the world’s largest tower and increasing tourist population, Dubai now has something else to add to its résumé: the world’s first robotic police officer. Projections indicate that robotic cops will make up 25 percent of the Dubai police force by 2030. The development of Dubai’s robocop reflects … Continued

“Amreeka” director Cherien Dabis’ next film will tell Hanna-Attisha’s story

BY: Michelle Dermarkar/Contributing Writer An entire generation of children living in Flint, Michigan were being exposed to unsafe levels of lead until it was finally revealed by pediatrician, Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha’s innovative research. When the city of Flint switched its water source from the Detroit River to the Flint River in April 2014, Flint’s children’s … Continued

It’s Tabla Time

BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer  Instruments in the Arab world date all the way back to the 1800s. Music has always been a part of the Arab culture, traditions and way of life as it is ingrained in an Arab’s identity. The tabla is one of the most famous instruments that Arabs all over the … Continued

Springtime in the Arab World

BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons in the Arab World. Flowers are blossoming, birds are chirping, while family and friends are enjoying the weather outside. Dwellers of the land absolutely love the warm weather and the good food it brings with it. During spring, fruits and vegetables in … Continued

Palestinian Prisoner’s Day

  BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer Palestinians have been prisoners and detainees in Israeli prisons for decades, facing brutal, inhumane, and illegal treatment. Every year, these prisoners restart a movement of solidarity and carry out an open-ended hunger strike. On Monday, almost 1,100 Palestinian prisoners joined a hunger strike for Palestinian Prisoner’s Day, where Palestinians … Continued

Drake Shows Love to Arabs in his New Album “More Life”

Last week, the famous rapper Aubrey Drake Graham, also known as Drake, dropped his newest album titled, “More Life.” Fans all over the world were bursting with energy, particularly his Arab ones, after they heard his references to their culture in several songs.

GOP Rep Scouts Locations in Jerusalem for New U.S. Embassy

BY: Diego Reyes/Contributing Writer Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise as Rep. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) confirmed that it is highly likely that President Trump will move the United States Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. The Florida congressman told reporters on Sunday that he has been touring sites in Jerusalem for a new embassy … Continued

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