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Go topBy: Meral Abu-Jaser/Arab America Contributing Writer Over the course of 2 weeks, Egypt has been making news headlines. Once was when the royal parade took place in downtown Cairo and now the discovery of an ancient city. This remarkable finding was announced on April 9th by the famed Egyptologist Zahi Hawass as “the lost golden … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The earliest physical evidence of turmeric use by humans comes from ancient pots found near New Delhi, India. Scientists actually found turmeric residue at the bottom of these pots tracing back 4500 years. Fast forward a few thousand years, and the Egyptians wrote about their use of turmeric … Continued
By Sara Tawfik / Arab America Contributing Writer The celebration for National Arab American Heritage Month begins this Sunday, April 11th, 2021. Join us as we discuss the significant role of education in enhancing knowledge about the Arab American identity and heritage. Panelists will recommend ways in which the community and educators can work together … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn With so much history of humanity in the Arab world, it’s not surprising that the region has quite a few of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Yemen, and more specifically its historic capital Sana’a, is no exception. Although Sana’a is in an area with war, its architecture and history have … Continued
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer Ibn Battuta was a Moroccan scholar and explorer who widely traveled the Old World. Over a period of thirty years, Ibn Battuta visited most of the Old World, including Central Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, China, and the Iberian Peninsula. Near the end of his life, he dictated an account … Continued
By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the esteemed magazine, Harper’s Bazaar? You might think of their amazing front-page covers, their influence on the fashion world, or their impact on Victorian-era women. Or maybe it is their sleek image and brand recognition that … Continued
By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer The UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List was established with the aim of ensuring better protection of important cultural heritages and their significance worldwide. The List was established in 2008. According to UNESCO: “Cultural heritage does not end at monuments and collections of objects. It also includes traditions or living … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Hindbeh: A Palestinian and Lebanese Delicacy Health experts say we should eat like our grandparents and for good reason–our ancestors not only ate whole unprocessed foods, they intuitively knew how to combine and prepare foods for maximum nutrient absorption. Take for example this popular Palestinian/Lebanese dish of braised dandelion … Continued
Empowered Women of Arab America is a one-day virtual event on March 21, 2021, from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm EDT that recognizes the achievements made by Arab American women in their communities with an optional networking session from 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm EDT. REGISTER HERE! By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer … Continued
By: Grace Friar/Arab America Contributing Writer The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, or UNESCO, seeks to build peace through international cooperation in Education, the Sciences and Culture. The general public knows about world-famous UNESCO sites like the Taj Mahal, the Great Barrier Reef, the Acropolis, and many more as they reflect the greatest … Continued
By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer We have all heard of the term “Fair Trade,” but for those of us who have not, you are probably asking many questions. These questions might include, “What is fair trade?” “Why is it important?” “Do any of these programs exist in the Arab World, and, if so, how … Continued
By: Raneem Ghunaim/ Arab America Contributing Writer Jordan is considered to be one of the few places where it is hard to find natural disadvantages. That goes back to its beautiful nature and overall natural resources. Jordan, along with several other countries, is known for its hot springs. Often these hot springs are used for … Continued
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