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‘No Other Land’ Wins Oscar for Best Documentary

The documentary No Other Land, a collaboration between Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers, won the Best Documentary Feature award tonight at the 97th Annual Academy Awards. The film chronicles the forced displacement of Palestinians in Masafer Yatta, a region in the occupied West Bank, from 2019 to 2023. During their acceptance speech, co-directors Basel Adra and Yuval … Continued

Meat and Burghul Stew – Yakhnit Lahm wa Burghul

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Many of the healthy stews in the region of Greater Syria use lamb and burghul as their base.  These are served alongside various types of salads made from both fresh vegetables in season, and cooked or pickled vegetables, and, at times, fruit.  Also, often these stews are accompanied by … Continued

Racist, Offensive, and Unacceptable: Trump’s Distorted Gaza Fantasy

We at Arab America are deeply disturbed by a denigrating video post on Donald Trump’s Instagram page, which perpetuates offensive stereotypes about Arabs and Palestinians. As an organization dedicated to promoting an accurate and dignified image of Arabs and Arab Americans, we find this video to be blatantly defamatory and deeply insulting. The video portrays … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America—Leila Ahmed

This is the seventy-sixth of Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, arts, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our seventy-sixth pathbreaker, Leila Ahmed, grew up in Cairo in the 1940s and ’50s and sought to define herself – and to understand how the world defined her – as a woman, a Muslim, an Egyptian, and an Arab. John Mason, contributing writer, takes us on the journey that brought her to the Harvard Divinity School, where she became the first professor of women’s studies in religion and a primary interpreter of Middle Eastern society, especially of its women.

“One Foot in Tradition, One in the Future”: 40 Minutes with Mike Khoury

By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestinian American violinist and composer Mike Khoury moves fluidly between rock bands, orchestras, jazz ensembles, and original works—all while staying deeply connected to his heritage. Based in Redford, Michigan, his music reflects a lifelong blend of influences, from traditional Arabic sounds to avant-garde experimentation. For Khoury, music … Continued

Ultimate List: 50 Ramadan and Eid Books for Children

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Here’s a collection of heartwarming and educational books that introduce children to the beautiful traditions and values of Ramadan. From the excitement of fasting and praying to acts of charity and community, these stories offer young readers a chance to explore the spirit of Ramadan in a … Continued

EMEL In Concert: When Music Becomes a Movement

By: David Elkin / Arab America Contributing Writer With her recent album MRA, the Tunisian-born, New York-based musician EMEL continues to redefine boundaries, both sonic and societal. A beguiling blend of ethereal soundscapes, hip-hop grit, and indie-pop allure, MRA is a work of artistic liberation and feminist defiance. The album’s title, MRA, means “woman” in … Continued

Palestinian Christians: Feeling Doubly Let Down by Western Churches

By: Marianne Christiansen / Arab America Contributing Writer The article was originally published in the Danish Christian daily Kristeligt Dagblad on February 18, 2025. It has been translated from Danish by Uffe Gjerding for Arab America. We must break the silence – and speak for those who need to hear that they are seen as … Continued

When Morocco Almost Became a Portuguese Colony

By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout the 16th century, European powers expanded their colonial ambitions, seeking new territories in Africa and beyond. While Spain had already established a foothold in parts of Morocco, Portugal, under King Sebastian I, aimed to extend its control over the country. This ambition culminated in the Battle … Continued

The Secret Healing Practices of Arab Herbalists: Ancient Remedies and Their Enduring Legacy in Modern Medicine

Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout decades and countries, the healing arts have evolved in countless ways. Arab herbalism is one of the most fascinating and powerful traditions, harnessing nature’s richness while also laying the groundwork for modern medicine. Arab herbalists created hidden medicines and healing procedures that are still relevant today, drawing … Continued

Lemon Kubba Dumpling – Kubbat Laymoon Hamid

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Kubba being one of the most popular dishes throughout the Arab Middle East is served in a variety of ways. Raw, baked, fried, or even boiled, its mixture of ingredients with the main ingredient being burghul, have contributed to its important status. This version stands out from among the … Continued

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