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BTS, the Most Popular Boy Band in the World Perform in Saudi Arabia
Dec 30, 2019
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Known as the Bangtan Boys, Bullet Proof Boy Scouts, BTS is a seven-member South Korean boy band established in Seoul. They are a K-pop (part of the Korean pop) group and include seven members(...)
Who are the Arab or Arab Americans on the Forbes 500 List?
Dec 27, 2019
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Forbes Magazine Published bi-weekly original articles on investment, manufacturing, financing, and promoting are the focus topics of Forbes, an American business magazine. Forbes also reports on correlated subjects such as technology, relations, science, political(...)
Is Jesus Christ a Palestinian Superstar?
Dec 25, 2019
By: Arab America Contributing Writer, Emily Devereaux This Christmas season, let's reflect on Jesus' life and the historical areas of that far away land. While there is a debate about who is Jesus, still, there is some evidence o His(...)
2019 Arab America in Review
Dec 25, 2019
By Heba Mohammad/Arab America Contributing Writer As the new year (and a new decade!) draws near, this is a natural opportunity to look back on the events, moments, and policies of 2019 that shaped Arab America. From groundbreaking new television(...)
The Richness of the Arabic Language
Dec 25, 2019
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arabic Language Around the world, 25 countries claim the Arabic Language as an official or co-official language. The countries are Qatar, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Chad,(...)
The Cookie that Soothes the Tummy- Ka’ak Bi Yansoon--Anise Sesame Cookies
Dec 25, 2019
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer This time of year can be festive and stressful simultaneously, where long lines, traffic, and aggressive shopping cart pushers can intermix with holiday parties, sparkling lights, and jolly Santas. One way to bring sanity(...)
Exploring Modern Syria's Christian Heartland
Dec 25, 2019
By: Habeeb Salloum/ Arab America Contributing Writer The cool morning air was invigorating as we left Homs – the Emesa of the Romans – driving westward on an excellent four-lane highway. We had spent a day in this ancient town(...)
“Angels, we have heard on high…”—what have we heard? Arab perspectives on Angels
Dec 25, 2019
By John Mason,/Arab America Contributing Writer Angels are not simple. They embody all kinds of purposes and motives, not all coming from “on high.” Angels occur across all three Abrahamic faiths, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Some overlap among the three(...)
Merry Christmas to All in Bethlehem, the City of Peace
Dec 25, 2019
By: Leila Diab/Arab America Contributing Writer During this Christmas and holiday season 2019, the contagious spirit of peace, love, and joy to world humanity is one of the holiest nights for all supreme worshippers; especially, in the little town(...)
A Healthy Arab Vegetarian Christmas Dinner
Dec 18, 2019
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer How many times have most of us looked forward to Christmas dinner and, after the feasting, regretted our overindulgence? Bloated with turkey and other rich foods, it usually takes us a number of days(...)
Trump Order to Curb Antisemitism Redefines Judaism as a Race—and Thwarts Legitimate Criticism of Israeli anti-Palestinian Actions
Dec 18, 2019
By John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer President Trump’s “Executive Order on Combating Antisemitism,” released on December 11, equates antisemitism with criticism of Israel. While not explicit, the order implies that criticizing Israeli mistreatment of Palestinians would be considered anti-Semitic. Trump(...)
Today, December 18 is World Arabic Language Day
Dec 18, 2019
By: Nisreen Eadeh/Arab America Contributing Writer December 18 is World Arabic Language Day, where the international community takes a moment to appreciate Arabic and its contributions to humanity. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated the day(...)5,200 Results (Page 286 of 434)
