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American Media and the Arab World: Then to Now

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer Western media and the Arab world, what a story! For years, there has been a lot of criticism about the media’s coverage of the Arab world and its people. Just like other racial, religious, and ethnic groups in the past, Western media portrayed the Arab world as a breeding … Continued

The Importance of Education and Careers in the Arab World

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Education in the Arab World – a good education is essential for financial and social growth. Proficiency, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, digital learning, and community and civic accountability is a must for new candidates to the global job market. Education                 … Continued

Top Casinos in the Arab Middle-East

Casino gambling is prohibited in the Arab world. However, you will still find many good casinos, especially in Egypt. They operate with some conditions. Firstly, the casinos are allowed inside 5-star hotels. Secondly, the local Egyptians cannot go there for the games. These places mainly cater to foreign tourists. People from other countries can play … Continued

War in the Arab World Destroyed the Region’s Heritage

CICC Global Justice By: Tasnim Elnasharty/Arab America Contributing Writer  Destroying Arab World Heritage Looking at the Arab World heritage, the Middle East is utilized in ruins. A thousand years back the “frantic caliph” of Cairo, Hakim, unfortunately, requested the leveling all of the churches, remembering the Holy Sepulcher for Jerusalem, Jesus’s internment site.  The Mongols sacked Baghdad in 1258, which consequently, made the Tigris stream … Continued

The Secrets of Ancient Egyptians you Probably did not know about

BY: Tasnim Elnasharty/Arab America Contributing Writer   There are many civilizations in history that contributed to the ascent of modern-day society. Everything that we see today has been in some way, shape, or structure enhanced to stand the trial of time. From the structures of buildings, religion, and pyramids, to the impact of art, everything had … Continued

Most Interesting Facts to Know about the Arab Culture

By: Tasnim Elnasharty/Arab America Contributing Writer  Arabic culture is the culture of the Arabs, from the Atlantic Ocean in the West to the Arabian Sea in the east, and from the Mediterranean Sea in the north to the Horn of Africa and the Indian Ocean in the southeast. Which Countries are Arab Countries? Arabic counties … Continued

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words: Palestine Before 1948

BY: Emily Devereaux/ Arab America contributing writer           Pictures are worth a thousand words. The images below document Palestine before the partition through historic photographs. Palestine Before 1948  This sacred shrine built in Jerusalem by Umayyad caliph Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan in the late seventh century. It’s the oldest standing Islamic monument.  … Continued

Syrian Soap Operas and their Popularity in the Arab World

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Syrian Television Series For many years, Arabs have gathered with their families to watch a series of televised drama at the start of Ramadan known as “musalsalat.” The shows usually run for 30 episodes, and an episode airs each day of the holy month. Before the year of 2011, … Continued

Substitute Your Arab Meat Dishes with Delicious Meatless Options

By: Emily Devereaux/Arab America Contributing Writer Why Eat Meatless?  Today, there are many reasons to eat meatless! While you do not need to commit to a strictly meatless lifestyle, cutting down on meat reduces the risk of heart disease. However, many people may be seeking out more plant-based meals in order to lose weight, or … Continued

The Importance of Respect and Manners in the Arab World

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Greetings and Handshakes Although it is an essential part of decent manners anywhere in the globe is politeness.  However, when it comes to Arabs, it’s the most essential part of their culture.  Arab people in America and everywhere must display respect and politeness to all people.  If these aspects … Continued

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