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19 smoking hot Arab footballers to crush on

Step aside Beckham, Messi and Ronaldo because these Arab boys are heating up the competition! At least when it comes to the attractiveness factor. Here are 19 of the hottest footballers from the Arab world on the field. 1. Tha’er Bawab, Jordanian Image source: prosport Team: CS Universitatea Craiova Position: Forward Age: 30 2. Hamza Younes, Tunisian Image source: … Continued

Arab American Olympians: What You Didn’t Know

BY: Kristina Perry/Contributing Writer RIO: As the Olympic excitement gears up, and teams are officially announced, Arab Americans have more reason to look forward to the events. This year’s Olympic team consists of many Arab Americans, in a variety of events. While Arab Americans are heavily represented in academic fields as doctors, lawyers, and professors, … Continued

Muhammad Ali: His Funeral and the Greater Arab World

By: Eugene Smith/Contributing Writer Muhammad Ali’s deeds reverberated in America’s conscious as emblematic of freedom, redemption, and an unwavering commitment to justice. He was prone to controversy, yet he never wavered from his principles. In his old age he rose to reverence, as a voice for peace and acceptance, garnering the utmost respect and admiration … Continued

Muhammad Ali: His Faith Was Part of His Revolutionary Spirit

BY: Barbara Nimri Aziz/Contributing Writer When someone famous or very wealthy dies, individuals rush to the fore with anecdotes about when their personal encounters with him or her, all to demonstrate perhaps that they too may have had a role in his/her greatness. So my first reaction to some of the fatuous statements in today’s … Continued

SkateQilya is Using Skateboarding and Art to Teach Palestinian Youth

SkateQilya Press Release/Special to Arab America In October of 2013 a skate ramp was built in Palestine. Mohammed Othman and Adam Abel, two filmmakers who have been making a documentary film about a community of alternative athletes and artists in Qalqliya, organized the project and brought three U.S. professional skaters to Qalqilya to lead the … Continued

What you need to know about the Reebok “Israel 68” Shoe

American-based shoe company, Reebok, was put under fire on social media this week for the alleged release of the “Israel 68” shoe. The special edition shoe was going to be released around the world, in tandem with Israel’s independence day celebrations May 11-12. However, due to miscommunication it has been revealed that this is false. Reebok … Continued

The End of the World Cup: Arab Americans Reflect on a Pastime Favorite

BY: Ameera David/Contributing Writer If you drive down to Dearborn’s Warren Avenue around World Cup time, you might not recognize your destination at first sight. Instead, you’ll have stop to make sense of whatever isn’t buried under an array of world flags that drape across many of the street’s grocery stores, hookah cafes, and garage repairs. … Continued

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