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Go topBY: Nisreen Eadeh/Arab America Contributing Writer The Palestinian keffiyeh is a black and white checkered scarf that has taken on a significant meaning in the past few decades. Traditionally, the keffiyeh was worn by farmers as a tool for staying cool while working in the heat, staying warm while working in the rain, or protecting their … Continued
Compiled by Arab America On Tuesday, April 30th, Arab America hosted a historic reception commemorating National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) with dignitaries and community leaders in Washington, DC. See a Video of the Event here: Arab American Heritage Month 2019 from Arab America on Vimeo. For Photos of the Event Click Here. The event … Continued
By: Alexa George/Arab America Contributing Writer Today, there are plenty of misconceptions surrounding Arab people and Arab Americans. In order to combat those misconceptions, it’s imperative to explore the history and heritage of Arabs who have been living in America for 150 years or even longer. The attractions listed below provide information on historical figures … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer The first time in the 1960s that I roamed the modern streets of Malaga, Queen of Costa del Sol, I was somewhat disappointed. The stretches of towering structures, hectic commercial activities, heavy traffic and masses of hurrying individuals, many of them tourists gave the city a grim atmosphere. However, … Continued
By: Noor Almoshin/Arab America Contributing Writer Having a hybrid culture could be confusing sometimes. For Arab Americans, there are some Arabic sayings that are hard to translate into English. In many cases we find ourselves saying the Arabic expression because there isn’t an English statement that delivers the same intended meaning. I thought of these … Continued
History was made last night when over 300 people attended our National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) commemorative event in Washington DC with several members of Congress attending including; Rep. Rashida Tlaib, Senator Debbie Stabenow, Democratic Majority Whip Rep. Jim Clyburn, Rep. Debbie Dingell, Rep.Yvette Clark, Rep. Judy Chu, Progressive Caucus Deputy Whip, Rep. Debra … Continued
By Noor Almohsin/Arab America Contributing Writer In Arab cuisine, lentil is one of the major beans used in dishes. Whether in soups, with vegetables, or simply bread. It is one of the ancient crops originally found in the near East- Central Asia. For thousands of years, lentils have been used in Indian and Middle Eastern foods. … Continued
By: Annika Wolfe/Arab America Contributing Writer With the summer travel season just around the corner, many are in search of new and exciting places to visit. The Middle East offers so much to tourists with rich and diverse cultures, delicious food, and phenomenal scenery. Whether you are looking for a relaxing getaway in a lovely … Continued
By John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer We know that Muslim women have traditionally been held to a strict code of modesty. It was reinforced by such practices as segregation, seclusion, and concealment. Islam places responsibility on the sexual behavior of women. Some critics feel that not enough emphasis is given to men’s self-control; any transgression is often blamed … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer No one who has tasted fresh coriander, one of the oldest condiments known to man and today the most widely consumed fresh herb, will doubt that it will inspire some to ecstasy. However, for others it is an offensive herb. Strange as it may seem, there are some who … Continued
BY: Leila Diab/Arab America Contributing Writer In the United States and around the world, government officials have designated April as Arab Heritage month to recognize, celebrate and acknowledge the cultural dignity and universal acceptance of Arabs, which goes beyond the cultural divide. There are 22 countries that make up the Arab world. Stretching across many … Continued
By: Diana Darke/Arab America Contributing Writer It was striking as Paris’s landmark site of Notre Dame Cathedral burned before our eyes, how few seemed to know that Notre Dame’s architectural design, its twin towers flanking an elaborate entrance, its rose windows, its rib vaulting and its spire (la fleche) owe their origins to Middle Eastern … Continued
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