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How to Spend a Day in Casablanca Morocco

By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Casablanca, الدار البيضاء, “the white house,” or “casa.” No matter what you call it, the beautiful coastal Casablanca is one of the most extraordinary cities in Morocco. The city serves as the cultural capital and commercial center of Morocco. It is the most populated city in the … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces its Speakers for National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration Event

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., April 13, 2022) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce its speakers for the National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration Event on April 27, 2022, in Washington, D.C. Join us for an amazing event full of engaging speakers, authentic Arab food served as an Iftar dinner, and … Continued

Corporate America Shies Away from Arab American Initiatives

Much of corporate America has declined to actively support Arab American Heritage Month, mostly due to reactions from pro-Israel-Zionists. GEICO insurance is one firm that agreed, then disagreed to sponsor the initiative. Ben and Jerrys is the opposite, curtailing its ice cream production and sales in occupied Palestine and Israel. Contributing writer, John Mason, describes some of the negative stereotypes of Arabs that abound in American culture. Finally, we see how official U.S. policy is actively pro-Israel and therefore unfriendly to Arab Americans.

Ramadan Breakfast: Harcha–Moroccan Pancakes

As Ramadan is upon us, families are gathering for iftar, the meal served at the end of the day during Ramadan, to break the day’s fast. The word iftar literally means  “breakfast” in Arabic. The other meal eaten during Ramadan, which is taken in the morning (pre-dawn), is called suhoor. Suhoor needs to be nutritious … Continued

Easter – Ramadan Celebration during National Arab American Heritage Month

BY: Lily Karam / Arab America Contributing Writer In celebration of Easter and Ramadan coinciding on this year’s calendar, Palestine Foundation had a nostalgic traditional maamoul baking day for members of the Mawtini Choir and their families.  The Arab American community, Christians and Muslims, wanted to re-live their cultural traditions at home-away-from-home and pass such beautiful practices … Continued

Palestinian Christian Easter Traditions Remain Strong, but Dwindling Numbers and the Occupation Threaten the Community’s Future

By: Muna Killingback / Arab America contributing writer From date-filled pastries molded in the shape of Christ’s crown of thorns to boy and girl scouts marching and playing drums and bagpipes, Palestinian Christians continue to celebrate Easter in the land where Christianity was born. In Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories–the  West Bank including East … Continued

The Staples of a Moroccan Kitchen

By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Traditional Moroccan cuisine is globally recognized for its unparalleled flavor and taste. Moroccan cuisine can often be intricate and detailed with its spices and presentation. Before you learn how to make sweet and savory chicken Bastilla or mouthwatering chicken tagines, it is important to learn about the … Continued

Eid Al-Adha: A Feast of Sacrifice

BY: Sara Alsayed / Arab America Contributing Writer Most of the western society knows or has at least heard of Eid, but what they do not know is that, as Muslims, we have two Eids. The first is Eid Al-Fitr, which is the most commonly known, and Eid Al-Adha, which is less known among westerners … Continued

UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Lebanon

Photo: UNESCO: Author: Véronique Dauge By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon is known for its beautiful culture and rich history. From the Phoenicians to the Romans, to the Ottomans, Lebanese history is very long and detailed. This history is demonstrated through the archeological sites across the country. All of these sites are … Continued

Arab America’s Rising Leaders Kicks off Arab American Heritage Month

By: Issa Hosari / Arab America Contributing Writer On March 30th, students from Wayne State University, University of Michigan Dearborn, and Detroit Mercy organized an event to kick off National Arab American Heritage Month at Fairlane Town Center Mall in Dearborn, Michigan. This event featured a performance by the Maple Drummers, dabke lessons, a cultural … Continued

Ramadan Vocabulary Guide

By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer The month of Ramadan is a holy month in Islam when Muslims practice fasting by abstaining from eating and drinking from sunrise to sunset. During Ramadan, you may come across Arabic words used to describe certain elements of Ramadan. Let’s identify and explore some of these terms! … Continued

U.S. – Persian Gulf Nations’ Relations Sour over Ukraine, Russia, Yemen, and Oil

Contributing writer, John Mason, discusses the Biden administration’s worsening relationships with Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates. Relations have become strained due to their refusal to increase oil output during a worldwide fuel shortage generated by the Russia-Ukraine war. The Gulf countries also failed to condemn Putin for his attack on Ukraine. Conversely, Saudi is angered with the U.S. for failing to protect it against Houthi-launched missiles from Yemen.

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