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Jordanian Folklore: A Close up of Its Enchanting Tapestry
Aug 9, 2023
Photo: Pixabay By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer The vast and varied collection of customs, songs, dances, stories, and creative manifestations known as Jordanian folklore has been passed down through the centuries in Jordan. It offers insights into(...)
The Development of Female Education in the MENA Region
Aug 9, 2023
Developing female education in the MENA region. Photo Credit: Borgen Project. By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer What keeps students out of school? Education is a gift of privilege. In the Western world, this gift can easily be(...)
Modern Farming: Morocco’s Agritech Initiatives
Aug 9, 2023
Agritech in Morocco. Photo: Resilient Digital Africa By: Maryem Bouatlaoui / Arab America Contributing Writer The agritech industry in Morocco is flourishing, finding new and efficient ways to solve Morocco’s most pertinent environmental crises. Non-profit organizations, startups, and government initiatives(...)
Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees--Class of 2023
Aug 2, 2023
For Immediate Release Washington DC (August 2, 2023): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 40 Under 40 initiative--Class of 2023. Forty Arab Americans from a variety of fields and disciplines were announced. Six judges from throughout(...)
Breaking Stereotypes: How the Latest Barbie Movie Celebrates Diversity and Empowers Arab Women
Aug 2, 2023
Photo Credit: Warner Bros. By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Greta Gerwig’s most recent film “Barbie,” spurred dialogue and reflection from moviegoers all over the world, making them question the true meaning of the Barbie doll and(...)
Okhtein, Egypt’s Luxury Bag Brand With a Star-Studded Clientele
Aug 2, 2023
By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer Backstory “It all started in Old Cairo” is what Mounaz and Aya Abdel Raouf told Vogue Arabia when asked about the backstory of their luxury bag brand, Okhtein. Sisters and best friends(...)
UAE to Host 2023 UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) Amid Escalating Heat Wave
Aug 2, 2023
Photo: ArabianBusniess By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer 28th UN Climate Change Conference The 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference, or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, known as COP28, will take place at the Expo City(...)
6 Arab Streetwear Brands
Aug 2, 2023
By: Maryem Bouatlaoui / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab streetwear is where traditional, heritage Arab culture meets youth innovative entrepreneurship. From hoodies to t-shirts to hats, Arabs have been creating defining Arab fashion pieces in the realm of street fashion.(...)
A Voice for Black Iraqis: Recognition for their Culture and Struggles
Aug 2, 2023
Black Iraqis residing in the southern cities of Iraq. Photo Credit: Medium. By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer History of African Iraqi’s Over the Abbasid Empire’s five-century rule, they left an unforgettable mark on the cities of Iraq.(...)
Pathbreakers of Arab America--Seventh in Series: Brandon Saad
Aug 2, 2023
Photo: Wikimedia Commons By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the seventh in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, science, academia, and politics, among other areas. Here,(...)
Pathbreakers of Arab America--Sixth in Series: Dr. Nemat "Minouche" Shafik
Jul 26, 2023
Minouche Shafik, Arab American of Egyptian descent, recently appointed first woman president of Columbia University -- Photo -- Wikipedia By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the sixth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab(...)
Nuclear Nonproliferation in the Arab World
Jul 26, 2023
Side By Side Comparison of Rami Malek in Oppenheimer and the Real David Hill. Photo: Tiktok By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer 'Oppenheimer' and the Beginning of the Atom Bomb: When it comes to nuclear nonproliferation, this week(...)4,040 Results (Page 26 of 337)