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Omani Traditional Clothing
Dec 3, 2020
By: Pamela Dimitrova/ Arab America Contributing Writer Omani traditional clothing is one of the richest and most colorful in the world. It is a reflection of the unique history and culture of the country. Let's take a look at their(...)
An Open Letter to the Chair of Instructional Quality Commission, CA
Dec 2, 2020
The following is an open letter from Dr. Mai Abdul Rahman to the Chair of Instructional Quality Commission in California. Dear Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond, American Palestinian Women’s Association is dismayed by California’s Department of Education’s attempt to suppress our children’s narrative. As(...)
Honey - The Foremost Elixir of Nature
Dec 2, 2020
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer "Thy lips, Oh my spouse, drop as the honeycomb; honey and milk are under thy tongue." So celebrates the 'Songs of Solomon' in praise of honey. To the ancients, this natural confection had an(...)
Greater Syrian Diaspora at 78RPM: Anton Abdelahad
Dec 2, 2020
Circa 1949. Abdelahad's Song Book. By: Richard M. 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(...)
Trump’s Last Stand in the Middle East—Stirring up last-minute trouble for the Incoming Biden Administration
Dec 2, 2020
Secretary Pompeo makes unprecedented visit to an occupied West Bank Jewish settlement photo credit timesnownews By: John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer As with much else that Mr. Trump is up to before he leaves office after losing to Joe Biden,(...)
10 Modern Arab Artists
Dec 1, 2020
By: Kameron Dreher/Arab America Contributing Writer If you're looking for new artists to follow, look no further. The following Arab artists are just a few of many who have made their mark on the Arab(...)
The Classical Gems of the Arabic Literature
Dec 1, 2020
By: Pamela Dimitrova/ Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic literature has always been a hidden gem in the world's culture, kee The Golden Ode of Imru’ al-Qais Imru’ al-Qais is considered the finest Arab poet of all time. He lived in(...)
The Wandering Palestinian By Anan Ameri
Nov 30, 2020
Anan Ameri’s riveting new memoir, The Wandering Palestinian (bhc Press), is receiving rave reviews, and with good reason. It chronicles the author’s life in the US as a newcomer, where she overcomes culture shock, finds her independence, and becomes a driving force(...)
5 Arab Desserts to Make at Home
Nov 30, 2020
By: Sophia Segal/Arab America Contributing Writer We all love desserts. It's common to eat them after dinner or when you feel the need to have some sweets in your life. Most of(...)
What are the Top Middle East Studies Programs in the U.S.?
Nov 30, 2020
By: Ivey Noojin/ Arab America Contributing Writer Studying the Middle East and Northern Africa is important because of the region's influence within the globe. Many universities have bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs for Middle East Studies for students to immerse(...)
Three Young Female Palestinian Voices Behind Israeli Bars
Nov 27, 2020
By: Raneem Ghunaim/ Arab America Contributing Writer Israel has illegally occupied the state of Palestine for over 72 years now. The cruelty and harsh reality that Palestinians had and still, to this day, have to live(...)
Hijab: More Than a Piece of Cloth
Nov 27, 2020
By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer The hijab is more than simply a piece of cloth. The hijab has meaning far beyond the idea of simple fabric. For many Arab Americans, the hijab is a piece of their own identity. It(...)4,874 Results (Page 212 of 407)