By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer The United States has always boasted a radiant tapestry of diverse cultures and multilingual identities. This shining reality is becoming increasingly apparent with the flourishing influx of Arabic speakers in recent years. The substantial increase in the population of Arabic-speaking individuals emphasizes the necessity of acknowledging and … Continued
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II married Rajwa Al Saif, daughter of a prominent Saudi family, on June 1, 2023. This prestigious celebration was attended by royals and VIPS from around the world, including Britain’s Prince William, his wife Kate, and US First Lady Jill Biden. … Continued
Photo: Forbes Middle East Twitter arab By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer Two women of Arab descent, Huda Kattan and Iman Abuzeid, have made it to the renowned Forbes America’s Richest Self-Made Women 2023 list, which is a ground-breaking accomplishment. Their position on this well-known list is a testament to their ingenuity, entrepreneurship, … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer As of last month, the global Muslim population achieved a remarkable milestone with over 2 billion adherents. This achievement bears great significance for both Arabs and Arab Americans. By exemplifying the expansion and impact of Islam and its cultural significance on a global scale. Approximately one-fourth of … Continued
By: Bishara A. Bahbah / Arab America Featured Columnist Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli stated on Sunday that the Palestinian Authority was a “neo-Nazi entity…an enemy entity…an entity that is antisemitic to its core,” and alternatives to it should be examined. His statements came at the heels of two of the deadliest days among Palestinians … Continued
By Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer On April 12, 2023, Netflix released a trailer for their upcoming documentary series Queen Cleopatra. This season comes as the second in a new documentary series by Jada Pinkett Smith depicting African Queens. However, upon its release, the trailer sparked much controversy, particularly between Egyptians and African … Continued
By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab America Foundation, in collaboration with the Arabs for Amazon, hosted its annual National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Amazon Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The event celebrated Arab American accomplishments, history, fashion, and music. The evening featured remarks by dignitaries, … Continued
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer Afifa Iskandar Estefan, عفيفة إسكندر إصطيفان, is one of the most famous Iraqi singers of the 20th century. She is known for her traditional style of singing. Maqam-al-Iraqi is an old musical tradition that emphasizes the beauty of language. Modern Iraqi maqam is a genre of Arabic maqam … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer As an Arab American, I have always felt a deep pride in both my Arab heritage and the invaluable cultural traditions that my ancestors passed on. One of the most important aspects of my heritage is the language that resides around it, the Arabic language. Arabic has … Continued
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Rising Arab artist Elyanna Marjieh, of Palestinian-Chilean descent, is the first performer to play an entire set in Arabic at the Coachella festival. Arabic and Western beats are combined in Elyanna’s music which the singer attributes to her multicultural background. About Elyanna Elyanna Marjieh, birth name Elian, … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American Heritage Month is a time of year to honor the remarkable contributions of Arab American activists. Their contributions have progressed American society and the lives of all Arab Americans in the United States. These trailblazers have made significant strides in advocating for civil rights and … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer The History of Arab immigration to the United States dates back to before it gained its independence in 1776. Throughout all the waves of Arab immigration starting in the late 19th century, many motivations for migrating have existed. Some sought economic opportunities, some wanted to establish and … Continued
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