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Madaba’s Mosaics and Monuments: History, Faith, and Art Intertwine

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Step into a city where history comes to life through breathtaking mosaics, ancient churches, and sacred landmarks. Known as the “City of Mosaics,” Madaba offers a mesmerizing blend of culture, faith, and artistry that spans centuries. From the world-famous Madaba Map to the awe-inspiring views of Mount … Continued

‘No Other Land’ Wins Oscar for Best Documentary

The documentary No Other Land, a collaboration between Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers, won the Best Documentary Feature award tonight at the 97th Annual Academy Awards. The film chronicles the forced displacement of Palestinians in Masafer Yatta, a region in the occupied West Bank, from 2019 to 2023. During their acceptance speech, co-directors Basel Adra and Yuval … Continued

Racist, Offensive, and Unacceptable: Trump’s Distorted Gaza Fantasy

We at Arab America are deeply disturbed by a denigrating video post on Donald Trump’s Instagram page, which perpetuates offensive stereotypes about Arabs and Palestinians. As an organization dedicated to promoting an accurate and dignified image of Arabs and Arab Americans, we find this video to be blatantly defamatory and deeply insulting. The video portrays … Continued

“One Foot in Tradition, One in the Future”: 40 Minutes with Mike Khoury

By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestinian American violinist and composer Mike Khoury moves fluidly between rock bands, orchestras, jazz ensembles, and original works—all while staying deeply connected to his heritage. Based in Redford, Michigan, his music reflects a lifelong blend of influences, from traditional Arabic sounds to avant-garde experimentation. For Khoury, music … Continued

Ultimate List: 50 Ramadan and Eid Books for Children

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Here’s a collection of heartwarming and educational books that introduce children to the beautiful traditions and values of Ramadan. From the excitement of fasting and praying to acts of charity and community, these stories offer young readers a chance to explore the spirit of Ramadan in a … Continued

EMEL In Concert: When Music Becomes a Movement

By: David Elkin / Arab America Contributing Writer With her recent album MRA, the Tunisian-born, New York-based musician EMEL continues to redefine boundaries, both sonic and societal. A beguiling blend of ethereal soundscapes, hip-hop grit, and indie-pop allure, MRA is a work of artistic liberation and feminist defiance. The album’s title, MRA, means “woman” in … Continued

When Morocco Almost Became a Portuguese Colony

By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout the 16th century, European powers expanded their colonial ambitions, seeking new territories in Africa and beyond. While Spain had already established a foothold in parts of Morocco, Portugal, under King Sebastian I, aimed to extend its control over the country. This ambition culminated in the Battle … Continued

Building Relations: How NATO Built a Multinational Defense Exercise in Morocco

African Lion is the U.S. Africa Command’s largest and most prominent annual exercise, taking place across Morocco, Ghana, Senegal, and Tunisia. This multinational, joint, all-domain, and multi-component event brings together over 10,000 participants from more than twenty nations, including NATO forces. The primary goal of African Lion is to enhance interoperability among participants and improve … Continued

Celebrating Pathbreakers for National Arab American Heritage Month

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Dr. John Mason has launched a series celebrating Arab American pathbreakers across various fields, from entertainment and business to science, academia, and politics. This initiative highlights the rich diversity of Arab Americans—men and women from different ancestral backgrounds making an impact in a wide range of professions. … Continued

Culture Shift: Bahraini Exchange Student’s Life in America

Image of America/Bahrain Flag. Source: Freepik Yousef Ali is a foreign exchange student from Manama, Bahrain. This year he travelled to Washington, DC to participate in a foreign exchange program called, ISE (International Student Exchange). Yousef lived in Bahrain for 18 years before travelling to America to pursue his college education. He currently still lives … Continued

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