By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer The University of California, Berkeley is set to launch a new endowed program and chair in Palestinian and Arab Studies, one of the few such initiatives in the U.S., amid growing interest in the region due to Israel’s war on Gaza. The program, named after May Ziadeh, … Continued
By: Monica Haddad / Arab America Contributing Writer Egypt’s electronic dance music (EDM) culture extends beyond simply the club scene; it is a vibrant community woven into the fabric of the country’s cultural landscape. With a roster of local djs and producers, with audiences that continue to grow as well as Egypt’s rich history of … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Bragging about Israel’s superior war technology, Prime Minister Netanyahu declares that “the equation” of power in the northern border with Lebanon has changed. On September 17 and 18, Israel conducted a devastating attack on Hezbollah by remotely blowing up thousands of hand-held pagers and walkie-talkies. Israel had … Continued
By: Arab America Contributing Writer Rania Basria Morocco, a country rich in history and cultural variety, has long been a crossroads between civilizations. This unusual position has had a significant impact on art, architecture, food, and, most importantly, fashion. Moroccan fashion is a fascinating patchwork of heritage and modernity, with centuries-old clothes such as kaftans … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In the heart of the Levant, people once thrived on hearty grains like freekeh and burghul, staples that filled their plates and their lives with nourishment. These wholesome foods weren’t just ingredients; they were the foundation of a lifestyle that celebrated health and vitality, allowing families to … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to explore costumes that respectfully represent Arab cultural heritage. Fortunately, the gaming industry increasingly strives to depict Arabs with greater depth. The representation of Arab characters in video games has evolved from stereotypes to more thoughtful portrayals. This article explores … Continued
By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Imagine the Levant not just as a geographical region, but also as a vast kitchen where each country prepares its own interpretation of its shared tradition. The Levant extends over the eastern Mediterranean and includes Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine. Arab America Contributing Writer, Rania Basria explores … Continued
By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Riads can date back to the 11th century in Morocco. The exclusive real estate was home to Morocco’s wealthiest families, including merchants and traders. Not only architecturally diverse, but riads have brought great notoriety to Morocco. In the 21st century, the city of Marrakech has become one … Continued
By: Monica Haddad / Arab America Contributing Writer Coffee, or Qahwah, in Arabic, is a drink that for Arab Americans is not only for fueling a busy morning, but an important part of our culture and history. It seems that more and more we are seeing Arab coffee houses popping up everywhere across the United … Continued
Source: Wikimedia Commons. This picture shows the logo of the Royal Standard of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
By Luke McMahan / Arab America Contributing Writer Luke McMahan has been a student of Arabic for two and a half years, and throughout this time, he has been told how wonderful Arabic poetry is. But because few translations exist online of anything but the most famous poems, he had to wait to progress in … Continued
By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer Western Islamic Architecture refers to an architectural style that was created by the inhabitants of the various Muslim caliphates, emirates, and other empires that have existed from the 700s even to today. The architectural style can be mostly seen in western parts of the Arab world – … Continued
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