BLOG Archives - Arab America

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib Opposes Bill which Advocates Two-State Solution in Palestine/Israel

Dec 6, 2019

U.S. Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib today stood against HRes326 (advocating a two-state solution) which she believes will only help perpetuate the unjust status quo in Palestine/Israel and provide cover for Israel’s ongoing violations of Palestinian rights. https://twitter.com/RepRashida/status/1202982096274382850 Compiled by Arab America(...)

Dingell on House Resolution Reiterating Commitment to Just, Two-State Solution in Israel-Palestine

Dec 6, 2019

Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) made the following statement before a House vote on a resolution reaffirming Congress’ support to a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: Below is the text of her speech: “It is critical that we take(...)

Giant in Promoting Arab Identity and Culture, Habeeb Salloum, Passes

Dec 4, 2019

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing this morning of Arab America's longest contributing writer, and prominent Arab Canadian, Habeeb Salloum; he was 95 years old. "His passing is the end of an era," said(...)

Feast in the Middle East: A Personal Journey of Family and Cuisine

Dec 4, 2019

Feast in the Middle East: A Personal Journey of Family and Cuisine, is the long-awaited cookbook of Blanche Shaheen, a broadcast journalist turned popular YouTuber. This comprehensive cookbook is a landmark culinary reference for Middle Eastern classics, many of which(...)

The Arab Bedouin of the Naqab: Myths and Misconceptions

Dec 4, 2019

By: Pamela Dimitrova/Arab America Contributing Writer The Bedouin-Arabs are an indigenous people, most of whom internally displaced from lands they had owned for centuries. From the 1950s on, the Bedouin-Arabs were dispossessed from their land by means of laws passed(...)

Arab Writers Who Inspired Generations

Dec 4, 2019

Diana Adjadj/Arab America Contributing Writer There is no better feeling than being proud of someone from your own culture. When I was at the beginning of my writing career, I would always go back to Arab writers whose writing could(...)

The Hadid Sisters, Gigi, and Bella: Fashion Icons Embrace their Arab Roots

Dec 4, 2019

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer The supermodels, Gigi, and Bella Hadid sisters were born to a Palestinian-American father, and both have spoken of their roots in the Arab World. They were the best choice for the Arabian Nights-themed(...)

5 Arab Holiday Gadgets Your Family Would Love During the Holidays

Dec 4, 2019

By: Yaseen Rashed/ Arab America contributing writer As the holiday season approaches us closer and closer, people are rushing to find good holiday gifts for the whole family. From toys and clothes to Christmas trees and decor, everyone seems to(...)

Arab Beauty Secrets and Techniques Through Time

Dec 4, 2019

By Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer It's no secret that makeup in the Arab world is extravagant. There is a long history of Arab beauty secrets and techniques passed down that are responsible for many of the looks we see(...)

The Food of Venezuela and Arab Moorish Cooking

Dec 4, 2019

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer To complement its scenic landscape which boasts tropical lowlands, superb beaches, and majestic snow-capped mountains, Venezuela is the home of a fascinating array of fruits and vegetables. Using these with meats and a variety(...)

Meet Fulla: The Barbie of the Middle East

Nov 27, 2019

By: Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer In 1959, the Barbie doll hit the toy market, capturing the hearts and imaginations of young girls around the world. What you may not know is that the Western Barbie we all know and(...)

How Culture has been Utilized as a Movement for Change in Lebanon

Nov 27, 2019

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon’s Protest Lebanon's Protest: During the first days of Lebanon’s protest that took place on October 17, 2019, protesters laughed as they sang cheerfully in the excitement of the massive crowd urging change.(...)