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The Importance of Social Justice and Equality in Islam
Oct 20, 2021
By: Leyelle Mosallam / Arab America Contributing Writer The entire religion of Islam is based on Tawhid, which is the practice of believing in the oneness of God. Tawhid is emphasized in the Shahada, which states “there is no god(...)
Foukara Joins Connect Arab America’s Empowerment Summit, A Role Model for Arab American Journalists in America.
Oct 20, 2021
“America has been a land of opportunity. But a community’s success here is neither a foregone conclusion nor an irrevocable result.” Al Jazeera Washington Bureau Chief Abderrahim Foukara By Isra' Saleh / Arab America Contributing Writer Born and raised in Morocco,(...)
The Rich Christian History of Libya
Oct 20, 2021
Christianity in Libya, Catholic Church, Tripoli Source: Pin By: Ruqyah Sweidan/Arab America Contributing Writer One of the lesser-known demographic facts about the North African country of Libya is its Christian population. Most, unfortunately, the population has dwindled greatly due to(...)
U.S. Palestinian Community Stands Against the Palestinian Authority’s Attacks on Palestinian Leaders
Oct 20, 2021
Mahmoud Abbas - President of the PANizar BanatDr. Osama Abu Irshaid By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer The Palestinian Authority has expanded its authoritarian crackdown on critical Palestinian voices, extending its boot from the confines of the occupied(...)
Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 2 of 7): Gnawa
Oct 20, 2021
A Gnawa musician playing the guembri, a traditional instrument used in Gnawa music. Photo: Wikipedia By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also(...)
A Journey to Queen of Sheba’s City
Oct 19, 2021
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer After passing through a fast expanding and dusty suburb of Sana’a, Yemen’s capital, on our way to Ma’rib, better known as ‘Queen of Sheba’s City’, we were treated to Yemeni hospitality at tis(...)
A Guide to Making Some of Your Favorite Arab Dishes Vegan
Oct 18, 2021
Examples of food items in a vegan diet. Photo: Food Navigator By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: In recent years, the concept of a vegan (pronounced vee-gan) or plant-based diet has taken the United States by storm,(...)
2,600 year old Phoenician Wine Press Discovered In Lebanon
Oct 15, 2021
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing writer Introduction: If you don't know about the Phoenicians, they are an ancient civilization that resided in the Levant region of the middle east, which is modern-day Lebanon. It's said that Phoenicians emerged(...)
Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 1 of 7): Reggada
Oct 13, 2021
A group of Moroccan men performing the Amazigh traditional music and dance style of Reggada. Photo: Wikipedia By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and(...)
Beginnings of the Crusades
Oct 13, 2021
First Crusade: "Battle delivered under the walls of Antioch between the crusaders led by Bohemond and the army of Karbouka By: Lyric Ludwig / Arab America Contributing Writer The Crusades were no doubt a series of events that altered world(...)
Anime's Deep Roots in the Arab World
Oct 13, 2021
(TRTWorld) By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer Japanese animation, commonly known as “Anime” is one of Japan’s biggest cultural exports. While popular for decades, today, anime is at the peak of its popularity and is very much a(...)
Tunisian Politics: First Woman Prime Minister of the Arab World
Oct 13, 2021
Najla Bouden Rhomdane has been named Tunisia's first female prime minister. By: Leyelle Mosallam / Arab America Contributing Writer Amid political tension in Tunisia, President Kais Saied appointed Najla Bouden Rhomdane as the first female Prime Minister in Tunisia and(...)4,030 Results (Page 89 of 336)