By: Mohammed Abduljabbar / Arab America Contributing Writer Early Stages Born to an affluent Iraqi family in Baghdad in 1950, Zaha Hadid inherited a conservative society. Her ambitions and aspirations had to overcome women’s challenges in the middle east. According to her, her father was very supportive of her. When Zaha was 8, Mohammed Hadid … Continued
By: Riley Bryant / Arab America Contributing Writer At the core of democracy is participation, and at the core of participation is accessibility. Along these lines, the US government has taken plenty of measures to make elections widely accessible to a large and diverse American population. From public advertisements, to expanded voting windows, it is … Continued
By: Jordan AbuAljazer / Arab America Contributing Writer As feminism progressed through the late 20th century, we have all begun to recognize that experience of women advocating for their civil and social rights is one that exists throughout all cultures and nationalities. With that, it is important to recognize that as cultures and nationalities change, … Continued
(Photo Credit: luxurylaunches.com) By: Kimothy Wong / Arab America Contributing Writer According to those acquainted with the topic, Saudi Arabia is preparing the world’s largest skyscrapers in a primarily unpopulated portion of the nation as part of a new US$500 billion development called Neom. According to Bloomberg, buildings will reach from the Red Sea coast … Continued
By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer In looking at a map of Spain in Morocco, they are seemingly separated nations with the Mediterranean sea serving as a natural boundary. But to the surprise of many, there are a few areas on the north coast of Morocco that are Spanish territories. So how did … Continued
By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America contributing writer What is better than the delicious aroma of slow-cooked shawarma meat? Normally to get such a delicious authentic delicacy you would need to go to a restaurant, because who has a vertical BBQ spit at home? For those who live in places with limited options for Arab … Continued
In sponsoring the Saudi-funded tournament at his Bedminster, N.J. golf course, Trump said there was no link between Saudi Arabia and the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Contributing writer, John Mason tells us that families of 9/11 were dumbfounded by Trump’s support of the sponsor. Trump’s event took place within the shadow of ground zero. Meanwhile, 9/11 victims’ families still await some sense of accountability. That they believe they will get it from either Trump or MBS is unfortunate.
By: Dina Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Board games are a staple in many people’s childhoods. For Toni Jammal, playing board games with his cousin every summer was always special. Now, he’s brought a Lebanese twist on a classic to homes around the nation. “I loved the game a lot and played it every … Continued
Major American churches, both Catholic and Protestant, have favored Palestinian peoples for decades. Namely, they support Palestinians oppressed under Israeli military occupation. Contributing writer, John Mason, writes that this does not mean the churches are anti-Israel. However, there is a highly driven opposing group of American evangelical pro-Israeli Christians, who are outright anti-Palestinian.
Beauty pageants are a popular hobby around the world for women to compete with their gorgeous looks, personality, and talent. They are a great way for contestants to express femininity, promote charitable work, and connect with their culture. The Miss Lebanon and Miss Arab USA winners recently were awarded their crowns. However, is the backlash worth it?
By: Antonia Wagura / Arab America Contributing Writer I find ancient Egyptian burials very interesting. From getting buried with your wife, slaves, and property to wearing funerary costumes. Egyptians are known for their rich and ritualistic burials whether it was the pharaoh or a noble man in a modest rock-cut tomb, the items that were … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Every year since 2020, the Arab America Foundation has accepted applications for its Rising Leaders initiatives of 20 Under 20, 30 Under 30, and 40 Under 40, which are aimed at “promoting young students and professionals of individuals in all fields through the following criteria of … Continued
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