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Koshary- the ultimate comfort food of Egypt

Mar 3, 2021

Egyptian KosharyPhoto: Lentils.org By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Koshary is the ultimate Egyptian comfort food: If there is one dish served in countless Egyptian homes, street corners, and restaurants, it would have to be the ubiquitous koshary. Koshary is(...)

10 Ways to Enjoy Arab Culture in Washington, DC

Mar 2, 2021

By: Yidan Fan/Arab America Contributing Writer During the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still various ways to experience Arab culture. This article will introduce you 10 ways to enjoy Arab culture in Washington, DC. 1. Enjoy Virtual Art Exhibitions The Middle(...)

Mohammed bin Rashid honors surgeon Magdy Yacoub - 360 Million for New Cairo Heart Center

Mar 1, 2021

By: Tasnim Elnasharty/Arab America Contributing Writer. Egypt Today CAIRO - 21 February 2020: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubia, on Thursday honored renowned Egyptian-British surgeon Magdy Yacoub with the "scarf of Mohammed bin Rashid for humanitarian(...)

The Conflict Between the Greeks and Arabs Over the Hagia Sophia

Mar 1, 2021

By: Sophia Segal/Arab America Contributing Writer We all know the Hagia Sophia. It's a beautiful church, then turned mosque, that is important to the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. In 1934, it was converted into a museum to show the world(...)

Arabic Influence on the British Culture

Feb 26, 2021

By: Pamela Dimitrova /Arab America Contributing Writer The United Kingdom is a pool of different nations and cultures – including the Arab. Arab artists and culture have always been present and influenced the cultural scene of the country, however in(...)

The Floating Island Of Lebanon

Feb 25, 2021

By: Nana Osei / Arab America Contributing Writer Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your own Island? Have you ever wondered how it even feels to be on a floating island? What if I told(...)

Eight of the Best Spots to Swim and Relax in the Arab World

Feb 25, 2021

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Author The Arab world has amazing natural beauty all throughout it including some great spots for swimming. This list includes both secluded and popular spots, right along and also deep in nature. 1. Wadi Shab,(...)

Biden will Nominate Arab American, Anton George Hajjar, to the United States Post Office Board of Governors.

Feb 24, 2021

It was announced today that President Joe Biden will nominate, Arab American, Anton George Hajjar, to the United States Post Office (USPS) Board of Governors. Hajjar is a labor and employment attorney and was formerly general counsel of the American(...)

The Qanun - An Arab Musical Instrument Par-Excellence

Feb 24, 2021

BY: HABEEB SALLOUM/ARAB AMERICA CONTRIBUTING WRITER “Ahmad my love! Ahmad my love!” You who aids the stranger, salutations to you.” The beguiling voice of Maryem Hassan, inspired by the strings of the qanun, played by Roula Said, rang out that April(...)

Greater Syrian Diaspora at 78RPM: Rt. Rev. Agapios Golam

Feb 24, 2021

Rt. Rev. Agapios Golam, c. 1915 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(...)

Arab America Foundation Prepares for National Arab American Heritage Month

Feb 24, 2021

During the month of April, the Arab America Foundation formally recognizes the achievements of Arab Americans through the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). This year, Arab America Foundation will lead the celebration of NAAHM once again, but this(...)

Another Middle East Mess For Biden to Clean Up—Betrayal of the Western Sahara’s Proud Sahrawi People

Feb 24, 2021

Western Sahara has been in conflict with Morocco for almost a half-century Photo muftah.org By: John Mason/ /Arab America Contributing Writer Trump’s post-election decision to help Israel make good with Morocco resulted in a quid pro quo that the U.S.(...)