By: Mariem Hamdi / Arab America Contributing Writer Frequented by the camera crew of Lucasfilms, Southern Tunisia is one of the most prolific Star Wars locations. If you are a fan of Star Wars movies, you should know that four of them were partially filmed in Tunisia. From Matmata where “Luke Skywalker” grew up to … Continued
By: Mariem Hamdi / Arab America Contributing Writer When visiting Tunisia, you should try the Tunisian Couscous with Octopus. It is a very famous dish, showing the fascinating taste of Tunisian cooking that exemplifies the uniqueness and deliciousness of the country’s traditional cuisine. The Octopus Couscous is very known on the east coast of Tunisia, … 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.
By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America contributing writer Weddings are of profound significance in Arab culture. The details involved in planning and executing an Arab wedding are meticulous and can be overwhelming. From the gold, to the invite list, to the food, to the venue – there are a lot of decisions to be made! … Continued
BY: Riley Bryant / Arab America Contributing Writer Last Thursday saw the latest advancement over Tunisia’s constitutional reform efforts when President Kais Saied decreed that July 25, 2022 would be the official day of voting for the new constitution. The decision, however, is not without controversy, and several major groups in Tunisian politics staunchly criticize … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer It was back in the mid 1980s and I had driven to Qalcat el-Andles in search of the remains of the Spanish Muslims who had been forcefully evicted from the Iberian Peninsula. Stopping our auto, I asked a passerby, “I want to speak to someone who knows the history … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer “Tomorrow we will explore the mountain area where parts of the movie, The English Patient, were filmed.” The voice of our guide Abd al-Fatah boomed as we prepared to disembark from our bus in Tozeur – Tunisia’s picturesque tourist mecca on the edge of the Sahara. I had visited … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Gabes’ early spring morning air was cool and invigorating as we left this Tunisian seacoast oasis town behind. Muhammad our driver was in high spirits. Seeing us climb into the bus, he smiled, “Today, you will see the fantastic architecture of the Berber ghorfas and the enchantment of a … Continued
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing writer From Morocco to Kuwait, the Arab world covers 22 countries and has become a popular destination for many travelers. These are endless reasons why someone may visit the Arab world; business, vacation, and religious reasons are just a few. Ever since oil was discovered in Saudi Arabia … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Tunisia is known by many people as the country that started the Arab Spring or its ancient Roman ruins, but there’s so much more to the country than that. The beautiful Tunisian coast attracts a lot of tourists, in addition to its beautiful buildings and museums. Beyond that, Tunisia … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: On November 30, 2021, the FIFA Arab Cup soccer tournament kicked off in the country of Qatar. The ‘Arab Cup’ ran until December 18, 2021, and during the timeframe of the competition, many exciting matches took place. So, what is the purpose of the FIFA Arab … Continued
SOURCE: ARAB AMERICAN INSTITUTE BY: JAMES J. ZOGBY When Tunisian President Kais Saied dismissed the country’s prime minister and closed the Parliament, he said he was doing so to “restore social peace…and save the state.” He was addressing a series of crises that had been plaguing what many viewed as the one “Arab Spring” success … Continued
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