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Eid Recognized in San Francisco Unified School District
Aug 31, 2022
Picture from the AROC Facebook Page By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America contributing writer Big news happening in California! The San Francisco Board of Education voted this month to acknowledge two Muslim holidays. As a result, Eid al-Fitr and Eid(...)
Mental Health Trends in Arab Americans: Depression, Anxiety and Challenging the Stigma
Aug 31, 2022
Photo: Visualization of anxiety and depression / Source: Shutter Stock By: Carrie Stewart / Arab America Contributing Writer As mental health is discussed more and more in the media, the healthcare space, and in society in general, it is important(...)
The Black Pharaohs of Kush Kingdom
Aug 31, 2022
Black pharaoh of Kush Kingdom By: Antonia Wagura / Arab America Contributing Writer Sudan is bordered to the North by Egypt. The black pharaohs were from Sudan: they intended to rule Egypt. However, they only ruled for 91 years before(...)
As Turkish Economy Tanks, Syrian refugees face increased “Syriaphobia” and violence
Aug 31, 2022
Images of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Turkey at a refugee camp for Syrians on the outskirts of Kahramanmaras, in southeastern Turkey Source: Mauricio Lima for The New York Times By: Norah Soufraji / Arab America Contributing Writer For Syrians(...)
The Yemeni-American adolescent whose artwork will hang in the US Capitol
Aug 31, 2022
(Photo Credit: www.middleeasteye.net) By: Kimothy Wong/Arab America Contributing Writer Sally Almaklani was initially apprehensive about participating in the congressional art competition since she had only ever created two formal works of art. Since she could remember, the New York City(...)
Egyptian Bamiya Recipe - Okra Stew
Aug 31, 2022
Photo Credit: Wikipedia By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer Bamiya (البامية) stew is a favorite among Egyptians and across the Arab world. It can be enjoyed throughout the year as a comforting and hearty meal. There are numerous(...)
The Metaverse and How the Arab World is Increasing its Presence
Aug 31, 2022
One of the most popular metaverses, Photo Credit: The Block By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer The online world is expanding every day. We can order groceries, furniture, and practically any item we want right to our doorstep(...)
Sana’a’s Traditional Homes – A Picture out of the Arabian Nights
Aug 29, 2022
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer A traveller once described the fascinating old towering homes of Sana’a, Yemen’s capital, as ‘huge cakes, lavishly decorated for an important reception’ for when one first sets eyes on these closely packed majestic abodes(...)
Arab Generosity? Qatar's 2022 FIFA World Cup Tournament Spendings
Aug 24, 2022
A countdown clock of the FIFA World Cup 2022 is seen at Doha Corniche in Doha, Qatar on Nov. 25, 2021. (Photo by Nikku/Xinhua) By: Mohammed Abduljabbar / Arab America Contributing Writer Comparison For decades, countries compete to host one(...)
Little Beirut Away From Lebanon
Aug 24, 2022
Little Beirut away from Lebanon By: Antonia Wagura, Arab America contributing writer Lebanese cuisine is a perfectly varied mix of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and French cuisines with the Mediterranean being the most prominent one. Just picturing your favorite Lebanese dish(...)
In the Commemoration of the Unsung Heroes Behind the Discovery of King Tutankhamun's Tomb
Aug 24, 2022
(Photo Credit: dailymail.co.uk) By: Kimothy Wong / Arab America Contributing Writer The Discovery of King Tut's Tomb A team led by British Egyptologist Howard Carter began excavating Tutankhamun's tomb in Egypt's Valley of the Kings on November 4, 1922. Tutankhamun,(...)
Continued Israeli Double Assault on Palestinians – Confiscation of more Land, Stomping on their Human Rights
Aug 24, 2022
Photo -- Middle East Monitor By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer The IDF began its assault on Palestinian land in mid-July. It included confiscation of almost 1,500 acres in the area around Ramallah, justified by interests in protecting(...)4,669 Results (Page 109 of 390)