By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer This traditional art experience is a journey of the creator’s self-discovery and expression with a contemporary interpretation. Paper-cutting is a complex and precise production, an art that gives the pattern a modern meaning. Papercut artists from all walks of life, such as geometry and engineering, traverse analog … Continued
By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer As a globally popular medium, social media video is infectious. Concretized audiovisual communications can cross cultural barriers and are more easily understood and accepted by overseas audiences. Many netizens show their creative abilities with content such as their life experiences in foreign countries to create videos from … Continued
By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer Trade between China and the Arab world emerged and flourished as early as the Tang Dynasty. In the Song Dynasty, ceramics, silk, paper, and other handicraft products were exported to Arab countries along the Maritime Silk Road. Today, Yiwu, a city in China, attracts many Arab merchants. … Continued
By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer 2022 was called “The Year of Coffee” by Saudi Arabia Ministry of Culture. The world recognizes the flavor of Saudi coffee in various ways. Last month, the Saudi Coffee Festival brought knowledge, business, culture, and discussion about Saudi coffee to audiences, taking visitors through a Saudi coffee … Continued
By: Carrie Stewart / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: We all have our favorite musicians, actors, celebrities, etc. that we love to follow. But have you ever looked into the background of these artists? Artists may choose to make their ethnic background a very prominent aspect of their brand, or it could be more private … Continued
By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer Roman mosaic found in Rastan, Syria In the central town of Rastan, an intact Roman-era mosaic with a 1,600-year history is bathed in sunlight again. It has been a significant archaeological discovery since the Civil War started in 2011. This discovery not only revealed to the world … Continued
A list of 10 culture shocks from an American student while studying abroad and living in Egypt for 5 months.
By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer We all know of the famous Arab singers like Umm Kulthum, Fayrouz, Amr Diab, and others who the Arab World worship. Their legacies are almost impossible to top. However, Arab Rap and Hip-hop is becoming an increasingly popular genre among the younger population. Brief History Rap as … Continued
By: Riley Bryant / Arab America Contributing Writer The Latin world has reggaeton. Almost everywhere has a “-pop,” from j-pop to afro-pop, to the more well-known k-pop. The international music industry has clearly defined genres for nearly every part of the world, each with its own regional flavor while incorporating the current global trends. Now, … Continued
By: Jordan AbuAljazer / Arab America Contributing Writer In my personal opinion, sunflower seeds are an incredibly underrated snack in the United States. The saltiness of roasted sunflower seeds provides a great flavor, and the crunch of the kernel makes for great snacking food. It is also a much healthier food than other salty snacks … Continued
Introduction After WWI, European powers established their control over Arab lands. The United Kingdom, for instance, divided its colonies into tiny protectorates. These protectorates’ borders would later form the Arab states today. Residents ruled their protectorates under the UK’s supervision. One of these colonies was the Protectorate of Palestine. After WWII, the UK decided to … Continued
By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Writer Last year, Universal Music announced they were launching a Universal Arabic Music project under Republic Records label. The US-based project aimed to promote Arabic music on a global scale. Universal Arabic Music cooperates with other labels within the Universal group such as: the US, UK, Brazil, France, … Continued
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