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Top 6 Egyptian Artifacts Recovered from the Great Pyramids of Giza
Jul 27, 2021
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer The Great Pyramids of Giza have been a source of wonder for many people. Between the pyramids themselves and all of the artifacts found inside, archaeologists and any Ancient Egyptian history buffs can have(...)
11 Facts About Morocco You Probably Didn’t Know
Jul 27, 2021
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco is a wonderful country with a different history than many other Arab countries. Morocco's Spanish, French, and Berber influences contribute to the unique aspects of the country’s architecture, culture, language, and infrastructure. Below(...)
Egypt’s 2030 Plan and China Investments
Jul 25, 2021
By: Yidan Fan/Arab America Contributing Writer Egypt has made its 2030 plan for industrial development and the governance of the country. China’s “One Belt, One Road” initiative coincides with Egypt’s “2030 Vision” and has aroused the interest of many Egyptians.(...)
What Making Knafeh Taught Me: Palestinian-Refugees in Jordan
Jul 25, 2021
By: Erin Mayer/ Arab America Contributing Writer Arriving in Amman, Jordan, one can not help but feel utterly in awe. The stairways alone conjure up clear, wanderlust fueled (albeit painful) memories. Each stairway in Amman seems long enough that it(...)
10 Arab Books to Read to Learn About Social Issues
Jul 23, 2021
By: Lindsey Penn/ Arab America Contributing Writer If you're looking for a new book to add to your list, look no further. These next ten books give you an insight into a few of the most pressing social issues in(...)
Do Arab Students Excel at School? Find out which countries made it to the list
Jul 23, 2021
Credit: Wisconsin Muslim Journal By: Wael Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer Education plays a huge role in human, social and economic development. Countries with quality education can promote gender equality, reduce child marriages, promote peace and enhance a person's chance of(...)
Rony Seikaly: The Best Arab Basketball Player of All Time?
Jul 23, 2021
Credit: Chat Sports By: Christian Jimenez/ Arab America Contributing Writer The NBA is full of many international players from around the world with some famous examples being Manu Ginobili from Argentina and Giannis Antetokounmpo from Greece. The success of these(...)
Oregon Governor Signs Bill Declaring April as Arab American Heritage Month
Jul 22, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oregon Governor, Kate Brown WASHINGTON DC. (July 22, 2021) This week, Oregon Governor Kate Brown signed into law House Bill 2914, which declares April of each year as Arab American Heritage Month. Oregon is the second state(...)
Arabs & World War II: The Sacrifice and the Impact
Jul 22, 2021
Image 1: Geographic Map of Arab World. Source: Seterra. By: Ruqyah Sweidan/Arab America Contributing Writer The first time America realized the significance of the Middle East was during World War II. Before the war, the US was mainly involved in(...)
Kefta--The Enhanced Middle Eastern Hamburger
Jul 21, 2021
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Kefta elevates average ground meat to a completely different level of flavor, through the addition of extra herbs, spices, and aromatics. There are a variety of different names for this delicacy from kofta, kufta,(...)
Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees--Class of 2021
Jul 21, 2021
For Immediate Release Washington DC (July 21, 2021): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 40 Under 40 initiative--Class of 2021. Forty Arab Americans were announced from a pool of close to one-hundred applications. Seven judges from(...)
Ziryab: A Social Trendsetter Missing from the Western Hall of Fame
Jul 21, 2021
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer The first time that I walked the streets of Cordoba, once Moorish Spain’s world-renowned capital, I could not believe my eyes.The city’s Arab era had not been forgotten. Statues had been erected to many(...)2,862 Results (Page 3 of 239)
