By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Author Rock music established itself in the early 1940s in the United States. Throughout time the popularity of this genre of music is typically characterized by its rhythm esthetic, and the use of particular musical instruments. Foundationally speaking, it is a music of the people. Rock music was … Continued
By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab World is breaking records regarding cryptocurrency. Some countries are opening their economic sphere to further develop the digital means of exchange, while others are not so ready to switch over. Currently, creating a space for cryptocurrency to be successful is not highly prioritized by Arab … Continued
(Photo Credit: luxurylaunches.com) By: Kimothy Wong / Arab America Contributing Writer According to those acquainted with the topic, Saudi Arabia is preparing the world’s largest skyscrapers in a primarily unpopulated portion of the nation as part of a new US$500 billion development called Neom. According to Bloomberg, buildings will reach from the Red Sea coast … Continued
By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America contributing writer What is better than the delicious aroma of slow-cooked shawarma meat? Normally to get such a delicious authentic delicacy you would need to go to a restaurant, because who has a vertical BBQ spit at home? For those who live in places with limited options for Arab … Continued
The industry of aerial art has grown tremendously as a fun hobby, and not just in the circus. It is a mixture of dance, gymnastics, contortion, and circus performance with varying mediums like aerial silks, pole, rope, trapeze, and more!
By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Writer Drifting, or “Tafheet,” is a common cultural phenomenon among Saudi youth. Since the 1970s, young men press against social and political conformity in their lives by taking to the streets. This is similar to what American drag racers did in the American 1950s. The birthplace of this … Continued
By: Antonia Wagura / Arab America Contributing Writer Steven Wright says: “everywhere is within walking distance if you have time”; however, I believe every place is within walking distance if you have a goal. According to the report from Aljazeera, Adam Mohammed walked 6500km, from the United Kingdom to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. He crossed … Continued
iden’s rhetorical flourishes during his presidential campaign were favorable to the Palestinians. During his recent visit to the M.E., President Biden dashed the hope of Palestinians by giving them almost nothing. Oil and Iran dominated the dialogue with Israel and Saudi Arabia. Peace among Israelis and Palestinians became more and more remote. Contributing writer, John Mason, walks us through Biden’s fateful visit.
By: Riley Bryant / Arab America Contributing Writer For better or for worse, 2022 has been a year of reopenings as the global community begins to build immunities to COVID-19. In Saudi Arabia, the COVID rate has been moderate, but steady. Part of that stability has come from strict COVID precautions, including mask wearing and … Continued
Overthrowing Roe means a large majority of women and their families are disenfranchised from safe abortions. The Arab World is no stranger to restrictive abortion laws. However, even some Arab countries now have more tolerant laws on abortion than some U.S. states. Contributing writer, John Mason, makes the comparison among Arab states and American states.
Disturbingly, President Biden is following ex-president Trump’s path. First, he is overlooking MBS’ part in the brutal murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi. Second, he intends to commit American soldiers’ lives to defend Gulf dictatorships. Contributing writer, John Mason, reports on these gross inconsistencies in U.S. policy towards Saudi Arabia and the Region.
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer Video games and social media have become very popular across the Arab World. Technology saw a huge influx during the Arab Spring when it was used to organize protests and show the world what was happening in the Middle East. With the rise of technology and video … Continued
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