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The Order of Assassins: Where the Term “Assassin” Comes From
Oct 30, 2024
King Edward I of England kills his would-be assassin. Picture: Wikipedia Commons By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer When you think of the term “assassin”, a variety of topics might spring into mind. You might think of all(...)Raed Wahesh: Voice of Syrian Suffering and Hope
Oct 30, 2024
Image of Old Syrian Poetry. Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons. By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer One of the important voices of his generation is Syrian poet Raed Wahesh, particularly in light of the country's ongoing wars. Wahesh, who(...)A Guide to Surfing in Morocco
Oct 30, 2024
Imsouane Bay, Southern Morocco. Photo source: Pexels By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco has become a world-renowned surf destination, offering something for every level of surfer. With over 1,800 kilometers of coastline, the country enjoys consistent(...)Rizk’s Enduring Message: Lessons from 1943 for the 2024 Election
Oct 30, 2024
Image source: Pexels. By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As the 2024 presidential election draws near, it's more important than ever for the Arab American community to make their voices heard. The message of Salom Rizk, a mid-20th-century(...)Voices in the Shadows: The Political Influence of Religious and Ethnic Minorities in the Arab World
Oct 30, 2024
Kurdish people in Bisaran, Iran. Photo source: Wikimedia commons Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, a diverse tapestry of cultures, languages, and faiths coexist with the dominant Arab identity. Religious(...)RECAP: CONNECT Arab America Empowerment Summit 2024 Welcomes Over 480 Guests from 26 States on October 25-26, Making a Significant Impact on the Arab American Community
Oct 30, 2024
Arab America Foundation Awardees at CONNECT Empowerment Summit 2024. The Arab America Empowerment Summit drew a remarkable crowd this past weekend, with over 480 attendees from over 26 states across the U.S. and abroad. Organized by the Arab America Foundation,(...)Bean Couscous - Kuskus bil-Foul
Oct 27, 2024
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Photo Credit: Wiki Commons Although not prepared in the same way as in North Africa, this couscous dish made its way from North Africa to Malta. This couscous is a vestige of the Arab(...)Sponsors: Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit, October 2024
Oct 23, 2024
Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit Sponsors A big THANK YOU to all of our sponsors. This event wouldn’t be possible without them. From local businesses to national organizations, we’re incredibly grateful for their support and look forward to seeing them(...)Arab America Foundation Announces Stefan Ateek, 2024 MVP Awardee
Oct 23, 2024
Stefan Ateek, Arab America Foundation MVP 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (Washington, D.C., October 23, 2024) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that Texas Team Leader Stefan Ateek will receive the MVP-Most Valuable Person Award for 2024(...)No, Sinwar's Death Will not Change Much
Oct 23, 2024
Drone footage of Sinwar shortly before his death. Photo: Wiki Commons By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Over the past week, much has been made of the assassination of Hamas’s leader, Yahya Sinwar, but his death is not(...)How to Leave Your Country in the Middle of War
Oct 23, 2024
Photo credit: Pexels. By: Lina AbiRafeh / Arab America Contributing Writer A few weeks ago, in the unusually empty halls of Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut, I could hear the same conversations, spoken in whispers: What now? What next?(...)Nomadic Roots: The Bedouin Legacy and Its Role in Shaping Modern Arab Identity
Oct 23, 2024
Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria/ Arab America Contributing Writer The Bedouins, a nomadic tribe that has long roamed the deserts of the Middle East and North Africa, are a fascinating tapestry of culture, history, and tenacity. Their legacy(...)4,313 Results (Page 2 of 360)