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A Fourth of July Letter from the Arab American Community
Jul 2, 2025
The Declaration of Independence, by John Trumbull (1819). Public domain image, Wikimedia Commons. Private Nathan Badeen, an immigrant from what was then Ottoman-controlled Syria, is widely recognized as the first known Syrian and Arab to give his life to the(...)
Gold Cup 2025: Saudi Arabia's Journey Ends in Quarterfinals
Jul 2, 2025
Photo Credit: Pexels By: Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer The Gold Cup is the primary soccer competition of North America’s CONCACAF federation. In the most recent editions of the tournament, a guest team from a different continent has(...)
Middle East Climate Migration: Europe Unready
Jul 2, 2025
Photo Credit: Pexels By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer As Europe faces increased migration flows, one key issue is often overlooked: Middle East climate refugees in Europe, driven by climate-induced displacement from the Middle East. The region,(...)
What Zohran Mamdani Means For Arab Americans
Jul 2, 2025
Left: Mamdani Canvassers in Harlem, SWinxy via Wikicommons - CC BY 4.0 | Right: Mamdani, Dmitry Shein via Wikicommons - CC BY 4.0 By: Katie Beason / Arab America Contributing Writer Zohran Mamdani is not Arab, despite what his attack(...)
The Importance of Arab Programs on College Campuses
Jul 2, 2025
Championing Development in the Arab World. Photo Credit: Larasabri401 - Wikimedia Commons - CC BY 4.0 By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab programs on college campuses provide safe spaces for self-expression and foster communities that connect individuals(...)
Interfaith Unity Shines through Dark Times in Damascus
Jul 2, 2025
A church and mosque in Kessab, Syria. Photo Credit: Wikimedia - CC BY SA-4.0 By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer In the wake of a devastating attack on Mar Elias Church in Damascus, Syrian Christians are confused, disheartened,(...)
Algerian Salad - Chlada Felfel
Jun 30, 2025
Photo Credit: Wiki Commons By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Algerian cuisine with its Berber, Phoenician, Roman, Arab, Andalusian Muslim, Turkish and French culinary influences, includes dozens of other dishes. To mention only a few: from Andalusia came stews (tajines) and(...)
Zohran Mamdani’s Rise: A New Era for Arab Americans, Muslims, and the New Majority
Jun 25, 2025
Photo: Wikipedia Zohran Mamdani’s potential victory in the NYC mayoral race would be historic, not just for progressives, but for Arab Americans and Muslims across the nation. A proud Muslim and child of immigrants, Mamdani represents a generation unafraid to(...)
The Coptic Museum: A Living Metaphor of Egypt’s Interwoven Heritage
Jun 25, 2025
The Coptic Museum in Fustat, Cairo (Photo courtesy of the Author) By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer When I had the chance to visit the Coptic Museum in Fustat for a course on Egyptian History, I was immediately(...)
Where's Gaza Amidst the Tensions of the Middle East?
Jun 25, 2025
Source: Pexels By Rena Elhessen / Arab America Contributing Writer Gaza has lost media coverage amidst the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Though media outlets continue to pivot their attention to the Iran-Israel conflict, people must not forget Gaza.(...)
"Rebel with Your Art": 40 Minutes with Nano Raies
Jun 25, 2025
Photo by Jinan Arafat By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Nano Raies’s musical path is rooted in perseverance, self-discovery, and breaking boundaries. Hailing from Syria, Nano’s artistry fuses traditional Arabic sounds with bold modern influences. Her journey began(...)
Modest Swimwear for the Summer Heatwave
Jun 25, 2025
Photo: Pixels By: Katie Beason / Arab America Contributing Writer As temperatures across the Northeast hit record highs, thousands of people are flocking to beaches and pools to escape the heat. This can present a challenge (and an opportunity!) for(...)4,667 Results (Page 3 of 389)