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‘Ajami’: Real Life in the Middle East

Set in a universe more fascinating than any 3-D wonderland, the Israeli drama “Ajami” depicts everyday life in the powder-keg streets of Tel Aviv’s Jaffa section. A crime family targets a teenager for death because of an offense committed by his uncle, a petty argument escalates into a stabbing, and to marry outside one’s faith … Continued

The Glamorous World of Lebanese Haute Couture

Gowns drape seductively; splits are thigh-high; fabrics are sheer and sparkling with embellishments: Welcome to the glamorous world of Lebanese haute couture. Perhaps better known for conflict than high fashion, the tiny cosmopolitan nation of Lebanon has recently produced a dazzling crop of designers who have been getting noticed far outside the country’s borders. Notable … Continued

Film Fest Highlights Palestinian Narrative

BY: Ameera David/Contributing Writer Lighting up Ann Arbor’s most exclusive venues this weekend is the highly anticipated Palestine Film Festival—with its official opening tonight at the historic Michigan Theater. Now, in its second year, the film fest hopes to entertain a wider audience, while further permeating Ann Arbor’s budding cultural landscape. This year, viewers will have … Continued

Lebanese Designer Rania Salibi Wins Oscar Challenge

Couture designer Rania Salibi took the nod from America’s fashionistas to win the Oscar Designer Challenge, a competition to design an original gown to be worn on-stage by a presenter escort at the live telecast of the Academy Awards, sponsored by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Miss Salibi’s exquisite strapless, form-fitting gown … Continued

Israel’s Ajami Neighborhood in Oscar Spotlight

The gym is packed with dozens of children, all dressed up for the Jewish holiday of Purim: Spider-Men, Batmen, fairies, Aladdins and princesses. Mothers sit on the side in bubbly chatter, some wearing Muslim head scarves, others gold or silver crosses. The clown hosting the event invites the childrenon stage to show off their costumes … Continued

The Mystique of Haifa Wehbe

She’s known as “The Lebanese Marilyn Monroe” and is often compared to US pop singer Britney Spears. Since her musical debut in 2002, Lebanese pop sensation Haifa Wehbe has acquired an unprecedented amount of fame—suggesting there is just something that distinguishes this beautiful entertainer from the rest. But what is it? Palestinian American Lillian Kishek … Continued

Mona Zaki to Appear on Oprah

March is going to be a great, unforgettable month for Egyptian actress Mona Zaki because that’s when she will be meeting Oprah and appearing on her show. Mona will be the first Arab artist to appear on the show and she can’t wait! Mona’s latest was a movie called “Wlad El Aam” that she did … Continued

Gaida’s Debut Album Levantine Indulgence Arrives March 21, 2010

A mesmerizing collection that explores the tonal and imporvisational intersection of traditional Arabic music with American jazz. For streaming audio, visit www.rockpaperscissors.biz/go/gaida. Gaida is a vocalist and composer working at the intersection of the New York Arab and improvised music scenes. Her compositions draw at once on classical Arabic song, Syrian folk traditions, and free … Continued

Music Video Bridges Arabic and Deaf Cultures Video Premiere and Panel Discussion Feb. 22, at Madonna University

A unique music video produced in the Franciscan Studios at Madonna University transcends all language barriers to inspire, entertain and tug the heartstrings of people from many cultures simultaneously. Featuring Tunisian-born singer/songwriter Ridha Ibrahim and Madonna University sign language student Kaitlyn Mann, Kan Ya Makan or Once Upon a Time will premiere at Madonna University, … Continued

Arab-American Journalists Launch Simultaneous Radio Broadcast

It is not unusual for two Arab Americans to spend an hour talking freely about current political issues, but veteran journalists Ray Hanania and Laila Alhusinni have taken it to a whole new level. On February 12, Hanania and Alhusinni launched the radio talk show Radio Baladi simultaneously from two American cities. Jointly hosted between … Continued

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