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Pathbreakers of Arab America—Susan Muaddi Darraj

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This is the ninety-fourth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series features personalities from various fields, including entertainment, business, sports, science, the arts, academia, journalism, and politics. Contributing writer, John Mason, highlights our ninety-fourth pathbreaker, Susan Muaddi Darraj, a Palestinian American who is a prominent writer of young adult and children’s books, and academic and personal essays and articles. She is a tenured professor of English Literature at a Maryland community college and a senior lecturer in creative writing at a major university in Baltimore.

Censorship and Cinema: The Hidden Battles of Arab Filmmakers

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By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer Cinema in the Arab world has always served a purpose other than amusement. It lets people share tales, challenge traditions, and raise awareness about concerns society often silences. However, many filmmakers face a significant challenge: censorship. Governments, religious organizations, and social standards all attempt to regulate … Continued

Palestine 36 Premieres at Film Festivals 

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By Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestine 36, a new historical film has premiered at film festivals in the United States. The film documents the 1936-39 Palestinian revolt against British colonial rule. The film surrounds the story of the protagonist Yusef, who grapples with two fronts of conflict. The British Mandate of Palestine’s … Continued

Lessons from the Doha Strike: Israel and the Boundaries of Sovereignty

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By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer On September 9, 2025, the Middle East woke up to an unprecedented escalation. Israel launched an airstrike in Doha, Qatar, targeting senior Hamas officials meeting under Qatari mediation. The strike hit a residential complex in the upscale Leqtaifiya district, near a petrol station, killing several people and … Continued

Egypt’s Architecture: Adaptation, Identity, and Innovation

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By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Egypt is globally renowned for its ancient pyramids and temples, but its traditional architecture extends far beyond these iconic monuments. Spanning centuries, Egyptian architecture reflects a unique synthesis of climate-responsive design, cultural identity, and historical continuity. From sun-drenched mud brick villages to intricately detailed Islamic buildings, … Continued

How Ma3(ع) Ba3(ع)d is Mobilizing the Syrian and Lebanese Diaspora for Change

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By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer How can the diaspora mobilize for change? Millions of Arabs live outside their countries but struggle to find effective ways to contribute. Emerging organizations are addressing this challenge. After sharing its mission at the Arab Conference at Harvard and raising early funds through small businesses, the volunteer-led … Continued

Bread and Mutton Soup – Yangrou Paomo

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By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Situated strategically at the crossroads of the routes across China and Central Asia, the city of Xi’an, grew into one of the most sophisticated and wealthy urban centers in the world during the Classical Period and the Middle Ages. In those centuries, it was also the first Chinese city … Continued

Tracing History: Identity in Palestinian Music

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Tracing the history of Palestinian music reveals a rich, textured tapestry of writing and symbolism. Palestinian folk music provides a glimpse to both the joy and struggles of the Palestinian people. At the heart of that music is a reflection of the Palestinian experience, and most importantly, the Palestinian identity.  Before the Nakba Little is … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America—Anas “Andy” Shallal

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This is the ninety-third in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series features personalities from various fields, including entertainment, business, sports, science, the arts, academia, journalism, and politics. Contributing writer John Mason highlights our ninety-third pathbreaker, Andy Shallal, who was born in Iraq to diplomat parents, educated in the U.S., and who has become a highly successful businessman. He is equally well known for his philanthropy, artistry, and his political and proudly pro-Arab stances.

Keir Starmer’s Crackdown on Palestine Action Protesters Draws Backlash

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By: Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestine Action was recently designated as a terrorist organization by the UK government. The activist group protests UK aid to Israel. The group’s intent is to be disruptive but not violent. Palestine Action follows a similar protest model to another UK activist group called Just Stop Oil. … Continued

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