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Go topBy: Yasmina Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer SEND your camera video of your gift to Mom to info@arabamerica.com In the United States, it was President Woodrow Wilson who instituted Mother’s Day on May 9, 1914, after Anna Jarvis initiated it on May 10, 1908. The story, in short, is that Anna Jarvis led a ceremony in … Continued
By: Joyce Behrens/Arab America Contributing Writer During the Coronavirus pandemic, not only a person’s physical health may be affected but also mental health too. Coronavirus has forced civilians to social distance, enforce temporary restrictions/closures on everyday places, and obliged to stay at home orders. A procedure to slow down the spread of the virus. However, … Continued
Compiled by Arab America On Sunday, April 26th, the Arab America Foundation hosted an unprecedented online commemoration for National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) with members of Congress, cultural artists, and members from the Arab American community. The event was attended by over 500 registrants. The event was opened by Warren David (president of Arab … Continued
Stressful times, including pandemics, have been with us for millennia, but this pandemic of the COVID-19 virus is the first time many of us have experienced such behavior-altering moments. Some may be reminded of the shutdown of 9/11, the austerity of World War II, and the poverty and outright misery inflicted more than a century … Continued
By: Hala Lababidi Buck/Arab America Contributing Writer In these COVID-19 times, Arab Americans, or for that matter any hyphenated American, is probably concerned about family and friends here in the U.S. and those back in their country of origin. Now, more than ever, we may be aware of what I call our “in-betweenness” which … Continued
By: Bassel Abdallah/Arab America Contributing Writer COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of American life. Businesses were forced to shut down, schools were closed, and students had to stay home. Many states ended the school year early in anticipation of a long period of response to this deadly pandemic. As of now, 94% of … Continued
Arab American Congressman Justin Amash (I-Mich.) announced yesterday that he has launched an exploratory committee to seek the Libertarian Party’s presidential nomination. He tweeted: Today, I launched an exploratory committee to seek the @LPNational’s nomination for president of the United States. Americans are ready for practical approaches based on humility and trust of the people,” … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab Arab America Contributing Writer If there is ever a nutritional staple that can get you through tough financial times and food insecurity, it might very well be the overlooked fava bean. During this Covid-19 crisis when market aisles were as barren as the Sahara desert, fava beans came to my rescue. When … Continued
This week, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Arab American Muslims will begin the observance of Ramadan. The month of Ramadan marks a time for reflection, cleansing, sacrifice, and charity for the Arab American and Muslim communities. As Muslims are called upon to refrain from food, water, negative thoughts, and harmful habits for 30 days, we offer … Continued
Hookah smoking is considered to be fun, especially when done in small groups. While waterpipe smoking has a worldwide presence, it is usually associated with Middle Easterners and even more so, Arabs. Here we look at hookah use among Arab American youth, among others. In the context of COVID19, we also are reminded of the … Continued
Shafik Gabr had a dream to build bridges of understanding between East and West. This dream came true in 2012. Gabr created an international program to achieve his dream, “The East-West: The Art of Dialogue.” He is giving an opportunity for young emerging leaders, like you, to build bridges between the East and the West; specifically between … Continued
Born in Beit Hanina, a Palestinian town in East Jerusalem, Awatef Assad immigrated to the United States with her family in 1969. After first settling in Dearborn (Little Arabia), the family relocated to Cleveland, Ohio in 1978. Working in her family’s businesses, Awatef looked for ways to help her family succeed in their adopted home … Continued
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