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Go topBy: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Rich and varied, Arab culture has had a lasting impression on the world, impacting facets of daily life well beyond the Arab country’s boundaries. Arab culture has influenced a worldwide legacy through language, art, trade, and science, adding to a collective history of creative and intellectual accomplishments. … Continued
By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Celebrated annually on November 17, national Baklawa Day honors one of the world’s most beloved pastries. Baklawa’s delicate, flaky layers and rich filling of nuts, sweet syrup, and fragrant rose water make it a dessert treasured across cultures. Although commonly associated with Turkish and Greek cuisine … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Many Westerners mistakenly believe that ancient Greeks and thinkers like Descartes were the first to use algebra, but few know that the word “algebra” itself is Arabic. During the Islamic Golden Age (8th–14th centuries), mathematicians from the Middle East laid the groundwork for algebra by developing the … Continued
The Arab America Empowerment Summit drew a remarkable crowd this past weekend, with over 480 attendees from over 26 states across the U.S. and abroad. Organized by the Arab America Foundation, the event made a lasting impact, uniting and inspiring the community during challenging times. “This summit was a pivotal step in fulfilling our mission … Continued
By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer When you think of the term “assassin”, a variety of topics might spring into mind. You might think of all sorts of villains from movies, television shows, books, or anything similar. Or you might think of real-life assassinations, targeting political or military figures like Abraham Lincoln or … Continued
By: Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer Like many colonial constructs in the Middle East, the border between Israel and Lebanon is relatively new. Created to separate portions of the British and French mandates, this territory has almost always been a battleground between Israeli forces and guerrilla groups. With tensions between Israel and the … Continued
Yara Marei/Arab America contributing writer. On a cold winter evening inside a small, cozy kitchen, a family gathers around a simmering pot of Irshoof, eager to share a meal passed down through generations. Like many others in Jordan, this dish tells a story of tradition, community, and resourcefulness. With each bite, you taste the rich … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE Dearborn, MI – October 21, 2024 – The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit, taking place on October 25-26, 2024, at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, Michigan 48126. Arab Americans from over 26 states will come together … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Click Here for Silent Auction (WASHINGTON, D.C., October 16, 2024) Today, the Arab America Foundation launches its first silent auction supporting the Arab America Foundation and projects in Palestine and Lebanon, including art, jewelry, clothing, and antiques from the Arab World. The highest bidders will be notified during the Connect Arab America: … Continued
By: Amanda Najib / Arab America Contributing Writer Amanda Najib is an educator turned scholar, passionate about integrating Arab and Palestinian history into educational curricula. She is the author of Lana Makes Purple Pizza: A Palestinian Food Tale and focuses on the transformative power of narrative and representation in education. Picture books have an incredible … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer. Imagine a bustling marketplace in an old coastal town. Here, merchants speak different languages: Arabic, Hebrew, Somali, Amazigh, and even Syriac, while exchanging goods and stories. Although their words vary, the meaning behind them feels the same: family, faith, and shared history. These languages are not just … Continued
Al-Kindi. Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria/ Arab America Contributing Writer The history of medicine is one of constant change, as diverse cultures, ideas, and discoveries combine to reshape our health knowledge. One of the most important stages in this process happened during the Islamic Golden Age, 8th-13th century, when Arab academics and physicians … Continued
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