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The History of Traditional Egyptian Music and Dances Throughout Time
Sep 7, 2022
Photo: Farida Fahmy and the Reda Troupe participating in an Egyptian folklore dance / Source: Egyptian StreetsBy: Carrie Stewart / Arab America Contributing WriterMusic and Dance have traditionally brought people of specific cultures together. Whether it be to celebrate, show(...)
Repairing Colonial Wounds Questionable as Algeria Pivots from French to English
Sep 7, 2022
French President Emmanuel Macron and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune shake hands during press conference in Algiers. Source: Ludovic Marin (AFP) By: Norah Soufraji / Arab America Contributing Writer Too Little, Too Late French President Macron’s recent overtures during a diplomatic(...)
Palestinian Arabs of Israel—Marginalized, Barely Coexisting as Self-Defined ‘Second-Class’ Citizens
Sep 7, 2022
Palestinian citizens of Israel could find a public display of the Palestinian flag in Israel illegal -- Photo Nexus Newsfeed Palestinian citizens of Israel are skeptical of their right to vote in the upcoming elections. They feel they are participating(...)
10 Egyptian-Inspired Comic Book Characters
Sep 7, 2022
(Photo Credit: comicvine.gamespot.com) By Kimothy Wong / Arab America Contributing Writer The characters in comic books frequently borrow from mythology. You'd be astonished to learn how many superheroes, including Hawkman from DC and Apocalypse from Marvel, were influenced by Egyptian(...)
Dalal Abu Amneh Re-Creates Our Grandmother’s Journey
Sep 7, 2022
The Palestine Foundation is hosting Dalal’s tour to be part of history, to be another significant station in the cultural journey taken by all our grandmothers. Sami Asmar / Arab America Contributing Writer We are all formed by experiences passed(...)
Tomatoes: The Most Versatile Food of Mankind
Sep 6, 2022
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer At one time, the most reviled fruit in the vegetable world, tomatoes are now a much sought-after garden produce. Among the vegetables grown in North America, they rank second to potatoes in popularity. This(...)
Anaheim’s Recognition of “Little Arabia” is Historic for Arab Americans
Aug 31, 2022
The official logo of "Little Arabia" was created by Arab American activists in Anaheim, California. Photo: Little Arabia District By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: On August 23, 2022, the Anaheim City Council in California voted to(...)
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 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(...)
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(...)
Catastrophic Syrian Crisis: Humanitarian Refugee Tragedy Afflicts not only Syria but much of the Middle East--An Update
Aug 31, 2022
The Syrian civil war is the cause of the massive refugee crisis in the Middle East -- Photo The Atlantic "The biggest humanitarian and refugee crisis of our time and a continuing cause for suffering." That’s what UNHCR High Commissioner(...)
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(...)4,892 Results (Page 127 of 408)