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Go topBy Mehdi El Merini / Arab America contributing writer Morocco’s successful joint bid with Spain and Portugal to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup is a monumental achievement, marking the first time the tournament will be co-hosted across two continents: Europe and Africa. This collaboration signifies a new era of transcontinental unity in sports while … Continued
By Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Studying by the dim glow of a candle is a cliché often used by Arab parents to emphasize the hardships they endured to secure their education and inspire their children to pursue a brighter future. But what if this familiar phrase wasn’t just a metaphor? What if … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer In this piece, Arab American contributing writer, Fedal Hanoun, explores the evolution of Syria’s national flags, reflecting its rich cultural heritage, political changes, and struggles for independence. From the symbols of ancient civilizations to Ottoman rule, the Arab Revolt, and French mandate, each flag marked a key … Continued
By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic calligraphy, a timeless artistic expression, goes beyond its function as a writing system to become a powerful emblem of identity, spirituality, and cultural heritage. This art form, which originated in the Islamic world, has evolved over centuries, incorporating religion, architecture, and creative traditions. It is more … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer December 18th is World Arabic Language Day, marking the UN’s 1973 decision to make Arabic its sixth official language. The day celebrates the language’s cultural richness and beauty. At Arab America, we honor the contributions of Arab Americans to modern Arabic literature. Arab Americans and Their Influence … Continued
This is the sixty-eighth 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 sixty-eighth pathbreaker, Rashida Tlaib, an American lawyer and politician serving as a U.S. representative from Michigan since 2019, representing the state’s 12th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, she is the first Palestinian American woman to serve in Congress and is one of the first two Muslim women elected to Congress. Contributing writer, John Mason, highlights Rashida — a champion of underrepresented Americans and a staunch ally of Arab Americans.
By: Blanche Shaheen / Arab America Contributing Writer If you are feeling tired, anxious, or overwhelmed this holiday season there is a way you can simplify your life in the most rewarding way. By trading out your corporate purchases for fair trade gifts, you not only find one of a kind, handmade presents, you also … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum / Arab America Contributing Writer This Saudi Arabian dish was likely first prepared in Baghdad in the days of the famous 8th/9th century caliph Harun al-Rashid. A dish cooked twice was the specialty of that age. Strangely dishes such as this one are not common today in the Greater Syria area but … Continued
By: Barbara Nimri Aziz / Arab America Contributing Writer We must continue to celebrate while we praise our martyrs; we must struggle to maintain and fortify our budding artistic community while we assist needy families overseas; we must reaffirm our cultural values and noble heritage while being presented with horrifying headlines; we must stand strong … Continued
By Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer. For centuries, the Temple of Esna lay hidden beneath layers of silt and sand, its grandeur buried and its secrets forgotten. Travelers passing through the Nile’s banks could scarcely imagine the vibrant colors of sanctuary that once stood there, alive with the prayers of ancient worshippers and … Continued
Library of Alexandria – Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer The Library of Alexandria, one of the most renowned cultural institutions of the ancient world, represents humanity’s quest for knowledge and enlightenment. Located in Alexandria, Egypt, the library flourished during the Hellenistic period, serving as a hub for scholars, … Continued
By: Khelil Bouarrouj / Arab America Contributing Writer When I first picked up Salma Hage’s The Levantine Vegetarian, I wondered if we really needed another Middle Eastern cookbook. After all, its publisher, Phaidon, has released several in recent years, including The Arabesque Table, The Palestinian Table, The North African Cookbook, and Middle Eastern Sweets—the latter … Continued
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