By Contributing Arab America author / Christian Jimenez When people think of Islamic powers in Europe, most think of the empires of Al-Andalus in Iberia and the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans and Hungry, but did you know that there was an Islamic and Arabic influence on the Italian island of Sicily? The Aghlabids and … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze/Arab America Contributing Writer Just like other markets, TikTok has created a wave in the Middle East, especially among Generation Z users who have taken to the platform to create and watch fun content. The app ranks among the top 10 downloaded apps in GCC countries and the latest figures show that … Continued
By Evan Ploeckelman / Arab America Contributing Writer While the pre-Islamic Arabs practiced many different religions, such as Judaism, Christianity, and Zoroastrianism, they actually did have their own native religion. This religion also had a significant impact on the development of Islam and subsequent Arab culture. What is the Pre-Islamic Arab Religion? The pre-Islamic Arab … Continued
By Lyric Ludwig / Arab America Contributing Writer Many point to the Roman Empire as an example of the world’s first superpower, with its long lasting hegemony over much of Europe and the Mediterranean world. However, much of our ideas regarding many of the facets of modern day imperialism simply don’t apply to Rome, and … Continued
SOURCE: BERKELEY HIGH JACKET BY: JOSE MAURICIO SIERRA ROMERO There has been recent turmoil in the Middle East, as there continues to be an ongoing issue between Israel and Palestine. Palestinians, a people who are ethnically Arab, have a very strong presence in Hispanic communities, as do other Arab nations. This column will seek to … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze / Arab America Contributing Writer Jabal Al Arab Jabal Al Arab, or Jabal Al Druze, translating to “Mountain Al Arab” or “Mountain Al Druze,” has received so much attention, expressing its environmental specificity. Not only that, but it has been a debatable topic among many educators on why and how the … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze / Arab America Contributing Writer Gibran Khalil Gibran is a notable Arab intellectual of Lebanese origin who influenced and got influenced by both Eastern and Western thinkers. He is a Lebanese-American poet and writer and often considered a philosopher. Gibran is best known for his work, especially “the Prophet”, which was translated … Continued
By: Safa M. Qureshi/Arab America Contributing Writer Yemen, the Arab peninsula’s poorest country, is one of the region’s richest in history and heritage. Situated in a mountain valley at an altitude of 2,200 meters, Sanaa has been inhabited for more than 2,500 years. In the 7th and 8th centuries, the city of Sanaa became a major … Continued
By Noura Abou Hamze / Arab America Contributing Writer Despite struggling with a dire economic crisis and frequent power cuts, Lebanon launches its first ever made electric car. The car is red and is named “ Quds Rise” using the Arabic name of Jerusalem. Furthermore, this project is made by the Lebanese born- Palestinian business man … Continued
By: Waverly Nohr / America Contributing Writer As the days begin getting hotter and COVID19 guidelines loosen, an outdoor dinner party with friends and family is a fitting antidote for prolonged social distancing. The following is a collection of suggested recipes for a three course summer dinner. The three parts (starter, main course, and dessert), … Continued
By: Diane Bou Hamdan/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab world is quite famous for arranged marriages and fixed ideas when it comes to love and the image of a picture-perfect family. Dating was always a big NO for the Arabs in the Arab World. However, things are changing. Dating always existed but it progressed over … Continued
By Noura Abou Hamze/ Arab America Contributing Writer Issam Al Najjar is an 18-year-old rising singer who is originally from Jaffa, Palestine. He was born in Jordan and grew up there. His family has been living in Jordan for more than 18 years. Issam’s father grew up in Kuwait and his mom grew up in … Continued
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