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: Sara Tawfik/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Arab films generally translate to films that are created by Arab filmmakers, take production within Arab countries, and/or express stories about Arabs. Because the Arab community includes over twenty-two different countries, Arab films include both ethnically and culturally diverse content. It is important for the Western world to … Continued
By: Waverly Nohr / Arab America Contributing Writer While the world watches the events play out in Palestine, sides are chosen and people become very divided. Human rights violations, casualties, and oppression of Palestinians mark these times in history. Movies can help to provide some relief and explanation in a narrative way, as we can see in movies made about … Continued
By: Meral Abu-Jaser/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab culture is fascinating with a history that dates back centuries. There are many things about the Arab culture that should make us proud. So for those of you who have not been exposed to the different parts of our culture, allow me to showcase eight things that … Continued
By: Holly Johnson/Arab America Contributing Writer Spain has long been considered a country brimming with culture, opportunity, and mystifying historical significance. Driven by its unique geographic borders, nestled in the Iberian Peninsula, it is the only European country to have a physical border with an African country. It maintains territory off of the Canary Islands, … Continued
By: Holly Johnson/Arab America Contributing Writer Think back to a much simpler time in your life, when the biggest thing you had to worry about was which cartoon you would watch first on Saturday morning as you sank your teeth into the first bite of the sugariest cereal you could find (or that your Mom … Continued
By: Sara Tawfik/Arab America Contributing Writer 2021 has been an exciting year for film, especially in the Arab community. With films such as The Present by Palestinian-British director and filmmaker, Farah Nabulsi as well as Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania’s The Man Who Sold His Skin, being nominated for Academy Awards, the world is beginning to recognize … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer In every culture, names have significance. Understanding these names can give a lot of insight into the culture, showing what is important to them in terms of qualities, history, and more. The Arab world is no different-each name that has a specific meaning. Here are a few common names … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer In every culture, names have significance. Understanding these names can give a lot of insight into the culture, showing what is important to them in terms of qualities, history, and more. The Arab world is no different-each name has a specific meaning. Here are a few common names and … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer In every culture, names have significance. Understanding these names can give a lot of insight into the culture, showing what is important to them in terms of qualities, history, and more. The Arab world is no different-each name has a specific meaning. Here are a few common names and … Continued
By: Sara Tawfik/Arab America Contributing Writer On Sunday, April 11, 2021, the significant role of education in enhancing knowledge about the Arab American heritage and identity was discussed. Panelists, Dr. Suzie Abajian, Mohamed Abdel-Kader, Lori Ajlouny, Adel Mozip, Karim Nagi, and Abrar Omeish recommended ways in which the community and educators can work together to … Continued
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer Muhammad ibn Muhammad ibn al-Hasan al-Tūsī, better known as Nasir al-Din Tusi was a polymath, architect, philosopher, physician, scientist, and theologian. One of the greatest scientists of Islam, he is often considered the creator of trigonometry as a mathematical discipline in its own right. He … Continued
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