By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In a world where we often take knowledge for granted, seldom questioning the foundations of what we believe to be true, Hani Al-Najjar’s book Those Who Hide the Sun challenges us to rethink everything we think we know. This book is not merely a call to question … Continued
By Nate Fox / Arab America Contributing Writer Despite various challenges, Arabs have proved themselves at the highest level of competition. They won 17 medals at the Paris Olympics, competing in a diverse array of sports, including track, lifting, gymnastics, boxing, fencing, football, taekwondo, and modern pentathlon. Algeria Algeria brought back three medals from Paris … Continued
Arab America, the leading provider of digital media regarding the Arab and Arab American identity, announces Fall 2024 internship opportunities. Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: 4 Months–Beginning August/September (Flexible) Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on four or more of the following areas: *Applicants with marketing and digital communications … Continued
By Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American studies as a field owes much to the groundbreaking work of many pioneers. We are indebted to numerous professors, but for the scope of this work, we will focus on the lives and legacies of five pioneering Arab American scholars: Alixa Naff, Evelyn Shakir, Jack … Continued
By Nate Fox / Arab America Contributing Writer Since 2004, Arab Americans have been a vital component of the Democratic party’s support, but with recent events, it has become questionable. With Joe Biden abandoning his reelection bid, things are subject to change. Kamala Harris offers a blank slate in terms of reputation for Palestine, and … Continued
By Luke McMahan/ Arab America Contributing Writer Despite a steady stream of rulings from respected international organizations condemning Israeli violence and aggression in Palestinian land, there is no end in sight to either the invasion or its US support. This seems to signal a failure in such organizations and the liberalist philosophy behind them in … Continued
Photo Credit: Wiki Commons By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Kawkab America is widely recognized as the first Arabic newspaper, founded by members of the Greek Orthodox Church (Mehdi 5, 7). What is less commonly known is that this groundbreaking publication was bilingual, non-sectarian, and transnational. Its efforts to forge connections and promote … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Disclaimer: This article was written before the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran earlier today. Haniyeh, who had been engaged in internationally-brokered ceasefire talks, was killed shortly after attending a swearing-in ceremony for Iran’s new president. This event may significantly impact the dynamics and context discussed … Continued
By Nate Fox / Arab America Contributing Writer Despite the turbulent conditions in their homeland, Palestinian athletes are prepared to compete. Upon their arrival in Paris, they were greeted with flowers and gifts from the crowd. Arab America contributing writer Nate Fox will highlight how, this year, Palestinian athletes aim to bring recognition to their … Continued
On August 6, Arab Americans in Michigan will have the opportunity to vote for a Palestinian-Syrian American, Justin Amash, in the primary election for the US Senate — sending a powerful message about the importance of the Arab American vote and its ability to influence the US political landscape. There is no better way for the Arab … Continued
By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Belal Muhammad, a prominent figure in mixed martial arts (MMA), has captured the attention of fans worldwide with his exceptional skills, resilience, and dedication. As one of the few fighters of Arab and Palestinian descent in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Muhammad’s journey to becoming a … Continued
MENA Region is Buffeted by Geopolitical Tensions, Economic Diversification, Evolving Energy Markets, and Escalating Impacts of Climate Change According to data released last month by the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. goods exports to the Arab world jumped 12 percent to $65.3 billion in 2023, marking the first year-on-year increase in U.S. exports to the Middle … Continued
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