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The Arab Bedouin of the Naqab: Myths and Misconceptions
Dec 4, 2019
By: Pamela Dimitrova/Arab America Contributing Writer The Bedouin-Arabs are an indigenous people, most of whom internally displaced from lands they had owned for centuries. From the 1950s on, the Bedouin-Arabs were dispossessed from their land by means of laws passed(...)
Arab Writers Who Inspired Generations
Dec 4, 2019
Diana Adjadj/Arab America Contributing Writer There is no better feeling than being proud of someone from your own culture. When I was at the beginning of my writing career, I would always go back to Arab writers whose writing could(...)
The Hadid Sisters, Gigi, and Bella: Fashion Icons Embrace their Arab Roots
Dec 4, 2019
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer The supermodels, Gigi, and Bella Hadid sisters were born to a Palestinian-American father, and both have spoken of their roots in the Arab World. They were the best choice for the Arabian Nights-themed(...)
5 Arab Holiday Gadgets Your Family Would Love During the Holidays
Dec 4, 2019
By: Yaseen Rashed/ Arab America contributing writer As the holiday season approaches us closer and closer, people are rushing to find good holiday gifts for the whole family. From toys and clothes to Christmas trees and decor, everyone seems to(...)
Arab Beauty Secrets and Techniques Through Time
Dec 4, 2019
By Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer It's no secret that makeup in the Arab world is extravagant. There is a long history of Arab beauty secrets and techniques passed down that are responsible for many of the looks we see(...)
The Food of Venezuela and Arab Moorish Cooking
Dec 4, 2019
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer To complement its scenic landscape which boasts tropical lowlands, superb beaches, and majestic snow-capped mountains, Venezuela is the home of a fascinating array of fruits and vegetables. Using these with meats and a variety(...)
Meet Fulla: The Barbie of the Middle East
Nov 27, 2019
By: Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer In 1959, the Barbie doll hit the toy market, capturing the hearts and imaginations of young girls around the world. What you may not know is that the Western Barbie we all know and(...)
How Culture has been Utilized as a Movement for Change in Lebanon
Nov 27, 2019
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon’s Protest Lebanon's Protest: During the first days of Lebanon’s protest that took place on October 17, 2019, protesters laughed as they sang cheerfully in the excitement of the massive crowd urging change.(...)
Where are the Winners of Arab Idol Now?
Nov 27, 2019
By: Yaseen Rashed/ Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Idol has recently risen to popularity in the Arab world as audiences are glued to the TV, making predictions on who’d win the competition. The show is a spin-off of the original(...)
5 Ways to Fight U.S. Anti-Palestinian Acts
Nov 27, 2019
By: John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer The recent issuance by Secretary of State of a judgment endorsing the legalization of an Israeli settlement on the occupied West Bank has prompted Arab America to raise awareness of this and other recent(...)
The Canaries – Enchanting Islands of Myths and Legends
Nov 27, 2019
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Described by the ancient Greeks and Romans as ‘The Fortunate Isles’ and at other times as ‘Isles of the Blest’, the Canary Islands were, for countless centuries, a mysterious part of the world. Shrouded(...)
Centuries-Old Recipe Hashweh, Enters Modern Thanksgiving
Nov 27, 2019
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Many of us promise ourselves every year that we will not give in to the Thanksgiving holiday feast bombardment – this time we are just going to keep our mouths shut, except for a(...)4,860 Results (Page 260 of 405)