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Egypt's Lost Golden City Uncovered After 3000 Years
Apr 14, 2021
Photo: CBCDr. Zahi Hawass talking to media in the 3,000-year-old lost city in Luxor province, Egypt By: Meral Abu-Jaser/Arab America Contributing Writer Over the course of 2 weeks, Egypt has been making news headlines. Once was when the royal parade(...)
Try this Healthy Arab Recipe: Garlic Turmeric Rice
Apr 14, 2021
Garlic Turmeric RicePhoto: Blanche Shaheen By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The earliest physical evidence of turmeric use by humans comes from ancient pots found near New Delhi, India. Scientists actually found turmeric residue at the bottom of these(...)
This Sunday: Celebrating Arab American Literature, Poetry, Art, and Music
Apr 14, 2021
Heritage Month - Literature, Poetry, Art & Music By: Ruqyah Sweidan / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction We are fast approaching the second event of National Arab America Heritage month! In this program, Arab America Foundation is proud to be(...)
Recap: National Arab American Heritage Month-- Celebrating the Power of Educators
Apr 13, 2021
Photo: Arab America By: Sara Tawfik/Arab America Contributing Writer On Sunday, April 11, 2021, the significant role of education in enhancing knowledge about the Arab American heritage and identity was discussed. Panelists, Dr. Suzie Abajian, Mohamed Abdel-Kader, Lori Ajlouny, Adel(...)
Banksy Painting Proceeds to Benefit Major Medical Center in Bethlehem
Apr 13, 2021
By: Grace Friar/ Arab America Contributing Writer On July 28, 2020, a trio of paintings, known as a triptych, by the artist(...)
How Elder Care is Changing in the Arab World
Apr 13, 2021
By: Holly Johnson/Arab America Contributing Writer Age is just a number; at least, that's what a specific counter-culture of modern society has attempted to instill in us, through rebellious deviance from mainstream media and its increasingly obsessive behaviors. While you(...)
Impact of Arab American Immigrants
Apr 10, 2021
By: Yasmina Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer Immigration is arguably one of the most controversial topics in today’s society. America is often called the “nation of immigrants” because of its large open immigration policy towards accepting newcomers. This policy allows immigrants(...)
Age Old Cities: A Virtual Journey from Palmyra to Mosul
Apr 10, 2021
By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer When ISIS occupied parts of Iraq and Syria, they destroyed world-famous heritage symbols in the region. It was a carefully staged propaganda that destroyed monuments and cities perceived to have some connection to the(...)
Discover the Beauties of North Africa
Apr 9, 2021
By: Yaseen Rashed/ Arab America contributing writer North Africa is a region rich with natural wonders and beauty. From its unique maritime culture on the Mediterranean to its mystical Sahara Desert, this region is home to some of the most(...)
The Sword of God
Apr 9, 2021
By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer Khalid ibn al-Walid was an Arab Muslim commander in the service of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and the caliphs Abu Bakr and Umar. He played a leading role in the Ridda wars against(...)
Greater Syrian Diaspora at 78RPM: Elie Younes
Apr 7, 2021
By: Richard Breaux/Arab America Contributing Writer What do you do when you find several dozen 78 rpm records all in Arabic and you can neither read, nor speak the language? You research the musicians and record labels and write about(...)
Hummus and The Hummus Wars: A Delicious Story of Controversy
Apr 7, 2021
By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer Love for hummus has swept across the world, but what many do not know is the controversy that rages around it. Its spelling, origins, how to properly make it, and who makes it best(...)4,040 Results (Page 120 of 337)