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National Arab American Heritage Month: 2025 Celebration Recap

Compiled By: Arwa Almasaari and Rena Elhessen / Arab America Contributing Writers On Wednesday evening, the Banquet Center at Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church in Potomac, Maryland, came alive with energy, pride, and resilience as hundreds gathered to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). The event, hosted by the Arab America Foundation, … Continued

Arab Style, American Streets: The New Fashion Frontier

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American-owned streetwear brands have emerged as powerful platforms for cultural expression and identity. Blending modern fashion with traditional Arab symbols, language, and political messages, these businesses challenge stereotypes and reclaim narratives. Urban streetwear has long been a way to craft a visual identity—using fashion to honor … Continued

The Unsung Heroes of the Titanic –”Abtaal Majhuuluun”

By: Leila Salloum Elias / Arab America Contributing Writer For the Syrians who set sail on the Titanic, the promise of economic prosperity and a secure future lay beyond the Atlantic. Hailing from various villages, towns, and cities of what was then Syria, they held onto the hope that what lay ahead would offer something … Continued

When Lebanon Manufactured Its Own Vinyl Records

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Before the Lebanese Civil War began in 1975, Lebanon manufactured its own vinyl records. One of the largest local companies producing them was the Société Libanaise Du Disque (SLD). As a major cultural institution, SLD played a central role in preserving, promoting, and advancing Lebanese music … Continued

Keeping Sudanese Folktales Alive in the Diaspora

By: Hana Baba / Arab America Contributing Writer Growing up in the U.S. as a Sudani kid, like most diaspora kids, we lived with feet in two worlds.  At home, it was very Sudani- from the food to the smells of bakhoor, to the sounds of Sudani music and the Sudanese Arabic we spoke. And … Continued

Amplifying Arab Perspectives: The Impact of the Arab Voices Talk Radio Show

By: Jack Moran / Arab America Contributing Writer Since its launch in 2002, the Arab Voices talk radio show has stood as a vital platform for promoting dialogue, cultural understanding, and political awareness within and beyond the Arab American community. Broadcasting from Houston, Texas, Arab Voices has carved a unique space in American media, bringing authentic Arab perspectives to … Continued

Breaking News: Amazon Cancels National Arab American Heritage Month 2025 Commemoration

New Location: Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church, 10620 River Road, Potomac, MD WASHINGTON DC, April 8, 2025–We deeply regret to announce the cancellation of the National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration 2025, scheduled for April 9, 2025, at Amazon HQ Theater. This decision was made unilaterally by Amazon Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The specific … Continued

The Moon Sets on Eid, Abdel Halim’s Music Shines Too

Yara Marei/ Arab America Contributing Writer “To the same place we go, in the cycle of a lifetime, we are lost, in the cycle of a lifetime…” With these timeless lyrics, Abdel Halim Hafez’s voice transcends generations, stirring emotions of love, longing, and fate. His melodies bring back memories of past Eids, family gatherings, festive … Continued

The Birds Die in Galilee by Mahmoud Darwish

By: Luke McMahan / Arab America Contributing Writer Luke McMahan has been a student of Arabic for two and a half years, and throughout this time, he has been told how wonderful Arabic poetry is. Because not many translations exist online of anything but the most famous poems, he had to wait to progress in … Continued

Rifat Chadirji: Pioneer of Modern Iraqi Architecture

By: Ralph Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Rifat Chadirji is one of the most influential figures in Modern Arab architecture. With a career spanning decades, his work has had a lasting impact on Iraq’s architectural landscape and beyond. Chadirji’s designs blend modernist principles with a profound respect for local traditions and cultural heritage, creating … Continued

Sponsors: National Arab American Heritage Month 2025

National Arab American Heritage Month 2025 Sponsors A big thank you goes out to all of our sponsors for National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) and our NAAHM Commemoration 2025 . This event wouldn’t be possible without them. We’re extremely grateful for their support and we look forward to seeing them at our event. If … Continued

NUSACC’s Fourteenth Annual Iftar Dinner Encourages Tolerance and Compassion in a Time of Disruption

Leaders from All Walks of Life – Including Chiefs of Mission – Recognize Ramadan as a Time of Celebration, But Also Remembrance and Reflection Imam Arafat: “Ramadan teaches Muslims to recognize the shared humanity of all people, transcending cultural, racial, and religious differences.  We are reminded that love and compassion are universal values that bind … Continued

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