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Anaheim’s Recognition of “Little Arabia” is Historic for Arab Americans
Aug 31, 2022
The official logo of "Little Arabia" was created by Arab American activists in Anaheim, California. Photo: Little Arabia District By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: On August 23, 2022, the Anaheim City Council in California voted to(...)
Catastrophic Syrian Crisis: Humanitarian Refugee Tragedy Afflicts not only Syria but much of the Middle East--An Update
Aug 31, 2022
The Syrian civil war is the cause of the massive refugee crisis in the Middle East -- Photo The Atlantic "The biggest humanitarian and refugee crisis of our time and a continuing cause for suffering." That’s what UNHCR High Commissioner(...)
Eid Recognized in San Francisco Unified School District
Aug 31, 2022
Picture from the AROC Facebook Page By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America contributing writer Big news happening in California! The San Francisco Board of Education voted this month to acknowledge two Muslim holidays. As a result, Eid al-Fitr and Eid(...)
The Black Pharaohs of Kush Kingdom
Aug 31, 2022
Black pharaoh of Kush Kingdom By: Antonia Wagura / Arab America Contributing Writer Sudan is bordered to the North by Egypt. The black pharaohs were from Sudan: they intended to rule Egypt. However, they only ruled for 91 years before(...)
Mental Health Trends in Arab Americans: Depression, Anxiety and Challenging the Stigma
Aug 31, 2022
Photo: Visualization of anxiety and depression / Source: Shutter Stock By: Carrie Stewart / Arab America Contributing Writer As mental health is discussed more and more in the media, the healthcare space, and in society in general, it is important(...)
The Yemeni-American adolescent whose artwork will hang in the US Capitol
Aug 31, 2022
(Photo Credit: www.middleeasteye.net) By: Kimothy Wong/Arab America Contributing Writer Sally Almaklani was initially apprehensive about participating in the congressional art competition since she had only ever created two formal works of art. Since she could remember, the New York City(...)
As Turkish Economy Tanks, Syrian refugees face increased “Syriaphobia” and violence
Aug 31, 2022
Images of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Turkey at a refugee camp for Syrians on the outskirts of Kahramanmaras, in southeastern Turkey Source: Mauricio Lima for The New York Times By: Norah Soufraji / Arab America Contributing Writer For Syrians(...)
Egyptian Bamiya Recipe - Okra Stew
Aug 31, 2022
Photo Credit: Wikipedia By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer Bamiya (البامية) stew is a favorite among Egyptians and across the Arab world. It can be enjoyed throughout the year as a comforting and hearty meal. There are numerous(...)
The Metaverse and How the Arab World is Increasing its Presence
Aug 31, 2022
One of the most popular metaverses, Photo Credit: The Block By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer The online world is expanding every day. We can order groceries, furniture, and practically any item we want right to our doorstep(...)
Sana’a’s Traditional Homes – A Picture out of the Arabian Nights
Aug 29, 2022
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer A traveller once described the fascinating old towering homes of Sana’a, Yemen’s capital, as ‘huge cakes, lavishly decorated for an important reception’ for when one first sets eyes on these closely packed majestic abodes(...)
Arab Generosity? Qatar's 2022 FIFA World Cup Tournament Spendings
Aug 24, 2022
A countdown clock of the FIFA World Cup 2022 is seen at Doha Corniche in Doha, Qatar on Nov. 25, 2021. (Photo by Nikku/Xinhua) By: Mohammed Abduljabbar / Arab America Contributing Writer Comparison For decades, countries compete to host one(...)
Little Beirut Away From Lebanon
Aug 24, 2022
Little Beirut away from Lebanon By: Antonia Wagura, Arab America contributing writer Lebanese cuisine is a perfectly varied mix of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and French cuisines with the Mediterranean being the most prominent one. Just picturing your favorite Lebanese dish(...)4,040 Results (Page 56 of 337)