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CONNECT Arab America 2021: Day 5–Connecting with Our Culture

The Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit is a week-long virtual conference that will run from Feb. 1-5 with a different panel each day. By: Claire Boyle/Arab America Contributing Writer On Day 5 of the Connect Arab America Empowerment Summit, we will get to meet some of the entertainers who are making a splash in their … Continued

10 Must-Read Arab Feminist Writers

By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer As quarantine reaches the end of its third month, we are all looking for new things to do and occupy our time with. It might be time to try clicking the “Yes, I’m Still Watching” button on Netflix and try something new! So, if you’re looking for an inspiring … Continued

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Credit: azbigmedia.com Are you looking for the best US online casino? You’ll need to compare many operators before you find the right one. That’s alright, though. One hour spent finding the best poker or slot site is an hour well spent. If you find an excellent gaming website, you might never require finding an alternative. … Continued

15 Arab American Comedians That Will Crack You Up

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer There are so many stereotypes of Arabs and Muslims that sometimes you just have to make fun of them and use humor to combat them. These 15 Arab American comedians, some of whom are Muslim as well, have made big names for themselves in the U.S. and abroad. They … Continued

Sponsored: Gaming Within the Arab World

Gaming in the Middle East is now an incredibly popular pastime. More and more countries in the Arab world are embracing modern technology and enjoying gaming, and that trend only looks set to continue for the foreseeable future.  One of the best things about the gaming industry is the fact that there is now so … Continued

American Media and the Arab World: Then to Now

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer Western media and the Arab world, what a story! For years, there has been a lot of criticism about the media’s coverage of the Arab world and its people. Just like other racial, religious, and ethnic groups in the past, Western media portrayed the Arab world as a breeding … Continued

Ardah: The Art of Arabian Sword Dancing

By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer  Have you ever wondered where the style of sword dancing originated from? Welcome to the ancient practice known as Ardah! Ardah is the traditional and folkloric group dance which originates from Arabia. It is even known as the national dance of Saudi Arabia. It is honestly an amazing performance … Continued

The 10 Biggest Arab Soccer Players

By: Pamela Dimitrova/Arab America Contributing Writer The soccer world is constantly introduced to new talents from different nationalities and backgrounds, proving what matters is the talent and the love for the sport. But while the usual viewer is used to European and Latin American stars “stealing” the spotlight, many forget the impact Arab soccer players … Continued

Unique Construction Projects in Arab Countries

By: Pamela Dimitrova/Arab America Contributing Writer Arab countries are famous for their ambitious construction projects, striving to do better and better every day, and slowly transforming the world of technology and construction. From being home to the tallest building in the world to building islands and cities from scratch, these Arab countries do not plan … Continued

Egyptian Zar: Exorcism Ritual to Cultural Phenomenon

By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer History Zar, a dance ritual popular in Egypt, is attributed to have its origins in Ethiopia. The ritual most likely spread beyond the Horn of Africa in the 18th or 19th centuries due to the slave trade and became popular in Egypt as a form of exorcism. Today, zar … Continued

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