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The History of Poetry in the Arab World

By: Meral Abu-Jaser /Arab America Contributing Writer The history of poetry in the Arab world is considered the highest Arab cultural form. There is perhaps no other poetry so closely allied to the history of its people as is that of the Arabs. It was an admirable art that was mastered by few. Stories would be … Continued

The Lebanese Rocket Society: Lebanon’s Forgotten Space Program

By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer During the 1960s, the US and the Soviet Union competed for space supremacy. But there was another contestant in the race – the Lebanese Rocket Society, a science club at the Haigaizian University, which went on to develop the first rockets in the Arab world and the … Continued

Egypt and the Origin of Just War Theory

By: Evan Ploeckelman/Arab America Contributing Writer Recent evidence and research suggest that the ancient Egyptians may have developed the oldest just war theory in the world. While most cultures have developed some type of just war theory, researchers have begun to discover how the developments made by Ancient Egyptians actually provided the framework for Western … Continued

20 Egyptian Scientists You Should Know About (Episode 1 of 2)

Map of Egypt.  Photo: Britannica Introduction: Egypt has been prominent in every aspect of innovation, science, and technology. Although people think of archaeology and ancient ruins when they think of Egypt, it is much more diverse making its Arab and World presence quite important. In this article, we get to meet some of Egypt’s 20 … Continued

10 Important Moments of the 20th Century in the Arab World

By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer History in the Arab world is full of incredibly defining moments that have not only shaped the region, but the entire world. Looking back at the 20th century, it is clear that there are many moments that fundamentally changed Arab history and future. While many moments, big and small, … Continued

Hamod: Eyeless to Gaza

Dr. Hamode “Sam” Hamod is one of America’s most distinguished poets of Arab descent. But before he was a poet, he composed short stories. In 1956, following a trip to the Middle East, Sam penned a powerful short story called “Eyeless to Gaza.” Sixty-five years later, at a time when Israel is decimating Gaza once … Continued

8 Amazing Landmarks In Comoros You Have to Visit

By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer The country of Comoros is a beautiful place with its numerous islands, luscious scenery, and breathtaking landscapes. But, did you know that Comoros is also a part of the Arab World? Comoros is the only Arab country that is a conglomerate of islands and located in the Southern Hemisphere. … Continued

Morocco and Western Sahara: What’s the Debate?

By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer If you’re looking at a map of North Africa, many will state the entire territory that borders Algeria, Mauritania, and the Atlantic coast as Morocco. However, there are maps that will divide that same territory into Morocco in the north and Western Sahara in the south. So, what is … Continued

Epic Hikes in the Arab World

By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer With stunning beaches and beautiful cities, the Arab world has many must-visit travel destinations. What you might not know is that it is also full of beautiful and epic hikes, with long hiking trails and mountains with incredible views. If you’re looking for a more outdoorsy adventure in the … Continued

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