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Go topBy: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer We have all heard of the term “Fair Trade,” but for those of us who have not, you are probably asking many questions. These questions might include, “What is fair trade?” “Why is it important?” “Do any of these programs exist in the Arab World, and, if so, how … Continued
By: Yidan Fan/Arab America Contributing Writer During the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still various ways to experience Arab culture. This article will introduce you 10 ways to enjoy Arab culture in Washington, DC. 1. Enjoy Virtual Art Exhibitions The Middle East Institute, the oldest think tank focused on the Middle Eastern region in Washington, DC, … Continued
By: Raneem Ghunaim/ Arab America Contributing Writer Jordan is considered to be one of the few places where it is hard to find natural disadvantages. That goes back to its beautiful nature and overall natural resources. Jordan, along with several other countries, is known for its hot springs. Often these hot springs are used for … Continued
By: Pamela Dimitrova /Arab America Contributing Writer The United Kingdom is a pool of different nations and cultures – including the Arab. Arab artists and culture have always been present and influenced the cultural scene of the country, however in the past few years it has had something of a ‘golden age’. From ambitious multi-arts … Continued
By: Nana Osei / Arab America Contributing Writer Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your own Island? Have you ever wondered how it even feels to be on a floating island? What if I told you that once there was a chance to have this experience? Between the 1980s to … Continued
BY: HABEEB SALLOUM/ARAB AMERICA CONTRIBUTING WRITER “Ahmad my love! Ahmad my love!” You who aids the stranger, salutations to you.” The beguiling voice of Maryem Hassan, inspired by the strings of the qanun, played by Roula Said, rang out that April day in Toronto – Canada’s world-renowned cosmopolitan city. It was the opening song of an … Continued
By: Sara Tawfik / Arab America Contributing Writer If you have ever visited Southern California, one of the first things you may notice is how it provides a smorgasbord of cultural cuisine. And if you didn’t know, California has one of the highest populations of Arab Americans. An estimated 314,000 Arab residents were recorded as … Continued
By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The Vatican recently announced that Pope Francis will be traveling to the ancient Mesopotamian city of Ur in modern-day Iraq to offer a prayer in the hopes of pursuing interfaith dialogue between Iraqi Christians, Muslims, and other religious minorities in the country. Why is this important? Well, for … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Tagine (or tajine) is a very popular food native to North Africa, especially in Morocco, where it is the national dish. You can make tagine with fish, chicken, vegetables, lamb, or beef, which shows the dish’s versatility. The name “tagine” comes from the type of dish that the food … Continued
By: Grace Friar/Arab America Contributing Writer To the average listener, Arab music strikes an exotic and often disharmonious tone due to a difference in the structure and lack of popularity. Much of the music we hear today is based on Western European traditions of harmony, theory, and structure, but Arab music follows a distinct path … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum “Oh ‘ud! If it was not for consolation, I wouldn’t have touched thee, that I declare. To my heart , I wouldn’t have pressed you, And none would’ve heard my songs anywhere.” The first time that I became interested in the ‘ud (often spelled oud), the Arab musical instrument par excellence, was … Continued
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