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Growing Old in The Arab World Is Not What You Expect

BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer  Growing old can have its perks especially, in the Arab world. Arab Americans have carried with them this tradition of paying the utmost love, respect, and attention to their elderly relatives. With old age comes a lot of responsibility, including the guidance and monitoring of all roles family members assume … Continued

9 Surprising Facts about the Arabic Language

via GIPHY BY: Nisreen Eadeh/Staff Writer By now, most people are already aware of the uniqueness of the Arabic language, like the fact that it’s written and read from right to left, and many Latin words have origins in Arabic. It’s the fifth most spoken language in the world, and one of the most difficult … Continued

13 Questions Every Arab Mom Asks Her Daughters

BY: Nisreen Eadeh/Staff Writer Arab culture certainly has its quirks. While women are highly respected in Arab American society, mothers will always look at them as baby girls. Because of this, young Arab American women are faced with certain questions that no one else gets. Some are funny, some are strange, and others are just … Continued

The Politics of Olives: An Arab Staple

By Colby Cyrus/Contributing Writer A substantial amount of cultures make claims or connections to certain foods which are near to their heart. Some claim lamb meat, others affirm that they are the rightful owners of rice. Arabs are no different, placing special importance on the olive. However, the olive is unique in not only its … Continued

11 Ways Arab Americans are Hospitable

BY: Zane Ziebell/Contributing Writer Embrace the warmth and festivity, as Arab hospitality is of the best in the world! Hospitality is built into the fabric of Arab customs and traditions, which is why they are often seen as generous and kind to the people around them. Families often use their generosity towards guests as a … Continued

The Evolution of the Fashion Hijab

BY: Christine Shahin/Arab America Ambassador Blogger  Author of: Arab Beauty ~ Naturally, and  Natural Hair Coloring: How To Use Henna, and other pure herbal pigments for Chemical Free Beauty  When I was in Lebanon in 2013, Designer Hijabs adorned state-of-the-art high rise store fronts. These “modest” fashion designs were trail blazing a path four years ago. … Continued

The Threads that Connect the Arab World

BY: Weam Namou/Ambassador Blogger Over the years, so much emphasis has been placed on what divides and separates the Arab world, people have forgotten the beautiful threads that stich them together. One thread that connects the Arab world is its language. Although the Arab world is comprised mostly of countries from the religiously and ethnically diverse … Continued

A Taste of Sudan

Even people who have followed Sudan’s political, ethnic, and religious turmoil most intently, may be unfamiliar with the tasty cuisines that come from the country.

It’s Wedding Season!

Not getting married? No problem, these songs will make you move BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer Springtime is the most favored season for Arab American weddings. They love the season and all that come with it. Arab weddings are a lot of fun: great food, exciting Arab music, much dancing, and hundreds of guests dressed … Continued

7 Traits My Arab American Mother Instilled in Me

BY: Laila Elreedi/Contributing Writer Undoubtedly, the majority of teenagers, like myself, look up to someone for a sense of inspiration and advice. We need a role model to guide us during life’s struggles. Simply someone with a clear set of standards to help influence and shape their Arab values and personal traits. The role model for teenagers may … Continued

It’s Tabla Time

BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer  Instruments in the Arab world date all the way back to the 1800s. Music has always been a part of the Arab culture, traditions and way of life as it is ingrained in an Arab’s identity. The tabla is one of the most famous instruments that Arabs all over the … Continued

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