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Pathbreakers of Arab America–Twelfth in Series: Hoda Kotb

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This is the twelfth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, and politics, among other areas. Arab America highlights our twelfth pathbreaker, Hoda Kotb, highly successful broadcast journalist, TV personality, main co-anchor of NBC News morning show Today and co-host of its entertainment-focused fourth hour, recipient of many awards, prolific author, and proud daughter of Muslim Egyptian parents, Samehi (“Sami”) and Abdel Kader Kotb.

The Arab Kitchen: Preparing Food, a Source of Mental Wellness

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By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Writer No doubt cooking can be one of the most relaxing ways to unwind and destress after a long day. Spending time chopping, slicing, baking, frying, or whatever you prefer can have a positive impact on your mental health and wellness according to a study done by Edith … Continued

Egg or Dairy Allergy? Try Vegan Basbousa

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By: Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer Likely originating in Egypt, basbousa is a semolina cake soaked in rose water syrup. Going by many names throughout the Middle Eastern region. The sweet combination of semolina flour, butter and yogurt, and almonds or other nuts has been a Ramadan staple for centuries. This basbousa recipe, … Continued

Meet Wegz, Egypt’s Trailblazing Rapper and Hip-Hop Artist

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By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer  Egyptian superstar rapper Wegz has been leading the MENA trap, rap, and hip-hop scene for years now. Yet, he is still just getting started. Born and raised in Alexandria, Egypt, he released his debut track “T.N.T” in 2017. Quickly rising to fame first among his now immensely … Continued

Okhtein, Egypt’s Luxury Bag Brand With a Star-Studded Clientele

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By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer Backstory “It all started in Old Cairo” is what Mounaz and Aya Abdel Raouf told Vogue Arabia when asked about the backstory of their luxury bag brand, Okhtein. Sisters and best friends turned co-founders, Aya and Mounaz set out in 2013 to start a passion project that … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America–Sixth in Series: Dr. Nemat “Minouche” Shafik

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This is the sixth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, science, academia, and politics, among other areas. Arab America contributing writer, John Mason, highlights our sixth pathbreaker, Minouche Shafik, Egyptian born, Arab American, first woman president of Columbia University, Member of British Parliament, and world renown economist. Her curriculum vitae is nothing short of astounding.

Street Vendors of Egypt

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By Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer While passing through the streets of Egypt, it is impossible to miss the plethora of street vendors found on every corner. Selling everything from produce and refreshing beverages to clothing and handmade items, they’ve become a staple in everyday life in Egypt. These merchants cater to those … Continued

Nuclear Nonproliferation in the Arab World

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By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer ‘Oppenheimer’ and the Beginning of the Atom Bomb:  When it comes to nuclear nonproliferation, this week is the perfect time to take a deep dive into the history and current work being done in nonproliferation within the Arab world. This week’s airing of ‘Oppenheimer’ worldwide on Friday, … Continued

Top Koshari Restaurants in Egypt

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By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer Koshari (كشري) is Egypt’s national dish and is quite popular on the street. Koshari actually originated first from India. It is believed that the British brought Kosahri from India to Egypt in the late 1800s. A basic koshari dish entails a mixture of rice, brown lentils, noodles, … Continued

Top Arab Football Clubs of 3 Arab Countries

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By: Nevin Girgis/ Arab America Contributing Writer Football in the Arab World As the most beloved sport in the Middle East, football is a significant part of Arab culture. The sport is enjoyed daily, physically through children and adults playing outside or through television screens in every street cafe and home. In the Arab world, … Continued

What are the Implications of Egypt’s Overpopulation?

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By Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction The Arab Republic of Egypt, considered one of the most important nations of the Arab world due to its integral position on both the geographical and political scale, has the highest population in the Arab world, one that remains steadily increasing. As of publication, its population … Continued

Macarona Bechamel: The Egyptian Lasagna

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By: Nevin Girgis/ Arab America Contributing Writer All around the Middle East there are always several versions of dishes, a consistent one is Macarona Bechamel from Egypt. Macarona Bechamel is a beloved dish made from the perfect combination of several ingredients. This dish includes pasta, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy thick white bechamel sauce. … Continued

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