By: Pamela Dimtirova/Arab America Contributing Writer In an age when the East and the West are culturally and socially divided, one organization strives to build bridges among families, communities, and cultures through one unique method – baseball. ‘Because Baseball’ is serving not only as a common language to build friendships across existing divisions, but also … Continued
SOURCE: NBC NEWS BY: PATRICK SMITH “We spent a lot of time talking about mummies and talking about how they died,” one archaeologist said. “This is the ritual of their lives.” A “lost golden city” in Egypt dating back 3,400 years has been revealed in what is being called the most important discovery in the country since … Continued
By: Pamela Dimitrova/ Arab America Contributing Writer Movie making in the Arab countries is an old and established art form that is continuing to grow. From romantic comedies to historical dramas, many of these movies have been colelcting number of awards from itnernational movies festivals. And while today this form of art becomes widely recognized … Continued
By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer We have all heard of the term “Fair Trade,” but for those of us who have not, you are probably asking many questions. These questions might include, “What is fair trade?” “Why is it important?” “Do any of these programs exist in the Arab World, and, if so, how … Continued
By: Tasnim Elnasharty/Arab America Contributing Writer. Egypt Today CAIRO – 21 February 2020: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubia, on Thursday honored renowned Egyptian-British surgeon Magdy Yacoub with the “scarf of Mohammed bin Rashid for humanitarian action” for his charitable efforts and medical and scientific achievements. Who’s Magdy Yacoub Dr. Magdi … Continued
By: Raneem Ghunaim/ Arab America contributing writer Her beauty and her father’s intense involvement in Politics brought on her to her misery. This is the story of Princess Fawzia Fuad of Egypt and Iran. She was born on November 5, 1921, in Ras el-Tin Palace in Alexandria (Egypt). Princess Fawzia was highly educated. She … Continued
By: Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer Having a memorable trip requires an adventurous spirit – one that will push you to explore what is foreign, but rewarding. This is especially true with food, since trying new flavors and culinary concepts bring a newfound awareness to your mind (and your taste buds!) Street food is an … Continued
By: Pamela Dimitrova/Arab America Contributing Writer Egyptian art is one of the most ancient forms of art, which amazes with its details and beauty, regardless if it’s on paper, rocks, or sand. But just a few know the history of it and the different periods that shaped the artist views, methods of work and way … Continued
By: Hunter Vaughan/Arab America Contributing Writer What does it take to build up community? How does one break down barriers that separate us from one another? Kemp Gouldin and his organization Because Baseball seem to have figured out the secret formula, and spoiler alert, it’s not as complex as one might think. Because Baseball brings … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer The modern Arab world may be a Muslim majority, however, there is still a significant presence of Christian Arabs. Christians have been present in the Middle East for centuries, and one of the oldest Christian neighborhoods is Coptic Cairo in Egypt. Coptic Christians split from the other Christians in … Continued
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer Amal al-Atrash, better known by her stage name, Asmahan, was a Syrian singer who lived and rose to fame in Egypt. Having immigrated to Egypt at the age of three, her family knew the composer, Dawood Hosni, and she sang the compositions of Mohamed El Qasabgi and Zakariyya Ahmad. She also sang the compositions … Continued
By: David Demaria/ Arab America Contributing Writer On Sunday night at Haras El Hodoud Stadium in Alexandria, Zamalek SC defeated the home club, Haras El Hodoud by a score of 2-1. With the win, Zamalek secured a second place finish, beating out Pyramids. Despite falling behind early on a 7th minute goal by Haras El … Continued
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