By: Qaïs S. Ahmadī / Arab America Contributing Writer “Edward Said is one of America’s most distinguished literary scholars and critics. He is an exile in the very particular sense that the country in which he was born, spent his childhood, no longer exists.” Exiles (1986 BBC Documentary) Exiled This quote is from the 1986 … Continued
By: May Shabti/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab culture is best known for the exotic taste in fashion as well as the evident uniqueness. This culture does not follow the “modern trend” society has set for the rest of the world, but rather, it mixes and matches unique pieces in order to catch eyes and … Continued
By Evan Ploeckelman / Arab America Contributing Writer Did you know that the Arab World is home to a myriad of different caves to explore? Here are eight different cave systems within different countries in the Arab World that will surely amaze and astound you. Umm Jarasan Umm Jarasan, the longest cave in the Arab … Continued
By: Arab America Contributing Writer/ Waverly Nohr While we read about the wonders, landscapes, and treasures of the Arab world, actually visiting the countries can seem both intimidating as well as expensive. With hotel prices, transportation costs, food expenses, as well as simply not knowing where to go within the country, traveling can also be overwhelming. Many people … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, cafes are not just a place to work, but a place to socialize for hours on end. Each table has a deck of cards, chess, backgammon, and more. People gather with friends to drink leymoon bil nana, smoke shisha, watch sports, and play card games … Continued
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: 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: 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: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Even before the pandemic began and many people were forced to work from home, “digital nomads” were working and traveling the world. “Digital nomads” are people who have jobs that can be done entirely remotely, so they decide to work from their laptop and travel, sometimes for months at … Continued
By: Christian Jimenez/Arab America Contributing Writer Snorkeling is a favorite pastime for many as it combines swimming with searching for all sorts of wildlife under the sea; from fish, to starfish, to octopus, to sharks, and many other sea creatures. Here are five Arab countries you should visit to find some of the best snorkeling … Continued
Map of Egypt. Photo: Britannica Introduction: Egypt has been prominent in every aspect of innovation, science, and technology. Although people think of archaeology and ancient ruins when they think of Egypt, it is much more diverse making its Arab and World presence quite important. In this article, we get to meet some of Egypt’s 20 … Continued
By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer History in the Arab world is full of incredibly defining moments that have not only shaped the region, but the entire world. Looking back at the 20th century, it is clear that there are many moments that fundamentally changed Arab history and future. While many moments, big and small, … Continued
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