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Shaatera (f)

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RECAP: CONNECT Arab America Empowerment Summit 2024 Welcomes Over 480 Guests from 26 States on October 25-26, Making a Significant Impact on the Arab American Community

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The Arab America Empowerment Summit drew a remarkable crowd this past weekend, with over 480 attendees from over 26 states across the U.S. and abroad. Organized by the Arab America Foundation, the event made a lasting impact, uniting and inspiring the community during challenging times. “This summit was a pivotal step in fulfilling our mission … Continued

Irshoof: A Taste of Jordan’s Winter Traditions

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Yara Marei/Arab America contributing writer. On a cold winter evening inside a small, cozy kitchen, a family gathers around a simmering pot of Irshoof, eager to share a meal passed down through generations. Like many others in Jordan, this dish tells a story of tradition, community, and resourcefulness. With each bite, you taste the rich … Continued

Rewriting the Music Playbook: Harget Kart’s Art of Fusion

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By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Imagine a band that takes the ordinary, lights it on fire, and from the ashes creates something extraordinary. This is Harget Kart—a name that, in the Arabic Jordanian dialect, means “to burn a photo card.” Just as their name suggests, Harget Kart has set the conventional boundaries … Continued

Jordanian Excellence: Dr. Omar Hatamleh Leading AI at NASA

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By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Jordan has a rich history of contributing to the global community, and its people have made remarkable strides, particularly in the United States. From academia and engineering to medicine and the arts, Jordanians have left a memorable mark on various fields, showcasing their talents and innovation. Among … Continued

One Yemeni American Graduate’s Free Speech is Another’s Hate Speech: Arab American Law School Graduate Raises the Ire of Many

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Yemeni immigrant Law School graduate Ms. Mohammed gave a speech in which she wanted to “celebrate CUNY for being one of the few law schools to defend the rights of its students to organize and speak out against Israeli settler colonialism.” She took a lot a flak for her speech from both within and without her university. The Law Faculty took her side and insisted her address was free speech and not, according to others, hate speech. Contributing writer, John Mason, takes us through this compelling story.

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