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Bulldozers and Bombs 

By: Barbara Nimri Aziz / Arab America Contributing Writer Bulldozers, those agile, yellow caterpillar-track hoes, we watch transforming towns, farms, deserts, and suburbs worldwide. But how many of us have seen an Israeli bulldozer at work? Many Palestinians, for certain, rush this way and that to grab furnishings, documents, and clothes from their homes before … Continued

“Study Your DNA”: 40 Minutes with Salar Ansari

By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Salar Ansari has a strong passion for creating music that connects borders and expresses authentic expression. From studying audio engineering in Dubai to shaping Detroit’s music community, his story intertwines culture, innovation, and a deep commitment to promoting collaboration. Salar’s journey highlights challenges, inspirations, and cultural influences … Continued

An Architect’s Plea for a Lebanese Historic Recognition System

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab America contributing writer, Ralph Hage, calls for the creation of a Lebanese Historic Recognition System to preserve Lebanon’s rich architectural heritage. Through his personal experience restoring the Daoud Corm house, Hage highlights the urgent need for a legal framework to protect Lebanon’s built heritage. By … Continued

Poetry as Resistance: Iraqi and Palestinian Cultural Expression

By Zahraa Alrafish / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout history, poetry and art have served as powerful tools of resistance, carrying the voices of the oppressed and preserving cultural identity in the face of adversity. For Iraqis and Palestinians, whose lands have been marked by conflict, displacement, and occupation, poetry has become more than just … Continued

Will the Gaza Ceasefire Reach Its Final Phase?

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer   In a pre-inaugural speech, President-elect Donald Trump pledged to bring peace to Ukraine and end what he called “the chaos” in the Middle East. Trump appears noticeably more measured when talking about the futility of war than when addressing hot-button domestic issues like immigration and crime. How … Continued

Removal of Nationalist Education from Syrian Schools 

By: Jack Moran / Arab America Contributing Writer Following the fleeing of Bashar al-Assad from Syria, nationalist ideals and teachings have slowly left school curricula within Syria. Syria’s “new government”, a group of Islamist led authorities, have vowed to remove all Assad teachings from Syrian schools and replace them with traditional Islamic teachings.  In a … Continued

The Forgotten Queens of the Arab World

By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout history, the Arab world has witnessed the rise of powerful queens whose legacies often remain overshadowed by their male counterparts. Arab America, content contributing writer Rania Basria talks about how these women ruled with strength, vision, and wisdom, shaping the course of their nations. One such … Continued

Navigating Lebanon’s Political Landscape: President Aoun’s Challenge

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer After a two-year delay, the election of a president for the Lebanese Republic last week represents a modest but genuine step forward. The new president, Joseph Aoun (no relation to the previous president), has received congratulations from around the globe. While not necessarily a transformational figure, Aoun … Continued

Palestinian Film, “Ground Zero” Leads Arab Submissions to the Academy Awards 

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer In recent weeks, the Academy Awards revealed their shortlist of films, sparking significant excitement across the Arab world, especially with the inclusion of the Gaza-directed documentary From Ground Zero. This powerful documentary captures the stories of 22 Gazans whose lives were profoundly transformed after October 8, 2023. These … Continued

Timeless Elegance: Beauty Secrets of Iraqi Women

By Zahraa Alrafish / Arab America Contributing Writer For centuries, Iraqi women have preserved their beauty through a blend of home recipes, natural ingredients, and cultural traditions. One of the most cherished aspects of this heritage is hair care. Iraqi women are often admired for their long, thick, and lustrous hair, which they maintain with … Continued

“I Wanted to Break the Rules”: 40 Minutes with Raphique Barakat

By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Raphique Barakat, like many musicians, began his journey with the guitar before discovering the rich sounds of the oud. His passion for Arabic music started at the age of ten, influenced by Arab pop icons like Amr Diab and Nancy Ajram, along with the music his parents … Continued

California Fires: Is It Time to Rethink Wood for Concrete?

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Fires sweeping through the Los Angeles area have claimed at least 24 lives, displaced thousands, and destroyed more than 12,000 structures. Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, and Hurst fires have burned around 62 square miles, with conditions expected to worsen before … Continued

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