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The Secret Life of Olive Trees in the Arab World

By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer The olive tree has a huge significance and meaning in the Arab world. What is the olive tree though? Furthermore, why is it so significant and what is its meaning. What is the nature and science behind the olive tree? A lot of people don’t understand how important the … Continued

Couscous: From the Berber Tribe to the Whole World

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer Couscous is well known around the world and has rapidly become a very popular ingredient. It is healthy, delicious, has a neutral taste, can be combined with just about anything, and it can be used in dishes from stuffed fish to stew to a light salad. Along with all … Continued

Female Arab Attorneys that are Making History

By: Pamela Dimitrova/ Arab America Contributing Writer Female Arab Attorneys’ was a term that was rarely heard in the MENA countries. Today, this is changed – there are hundreds of women, practicing in the area of law, who are fighting for peace and change, while making history as leading female figures in the Arab World. … Continued

5 Innovative Arab Women: Artists Pushing the Boundaries of Gender

By: Sarah Chaudhry/Arab America Contributing Writer              Surrounded by a strong patriarchy, art in the Middle East mainly encompasses work through a certain lens. There is a dearth of female artists who are pursuing art within the Middle East. Many comment on the role of women through their respective experiences. … Continued

From Al-Rabita movement to Arab America, a Common Desire

By: Yasmina Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer The goals of Arab Americans were shared by Arab intellectuals who immigrated to the United States more than 100 years ago. Indeed, a movement called Al-Rabita was created to achieve these goals. But what are these goals, and why are they important? That’s what we’re going to find out. … Continued

Greater Syrian Diaspora at 78RPM: Semi Sheheen

By: Richard Breaux/Arab America Contributing Writer What do you do when you find several dozen 78 rpm records all in Arabic and you can neither read, nor speak the language? You research the musicians and record labels and write about them.…at least that’s what Arab America contributing writer, Richard Breaux did. The result is bound … Continued

Saffron – The Most Precious Spice in the World

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer For centuries, worth its weight in gold, pure saffron, was and remains today, the most precious spice in the world.  A miracle of nature with an enticing aroma and an exotic taste, saffron, without doubt, was one of the spices Columbus was in search of during his Voyages of … Continued

A Journey to Learn about Arab Communities in China

By: Yidan Fan / Arab America Contributing Writer              Today, there is a large number of Arab communities living in China. They came to China to study, work, or develop their own businesses. By reading this article, let’s take a journey together to get to know Arab communities in China. … Continued

How Islamic Culture is Tied into Arab Tradition

By: AT / Arab American Contributing Writer    Roughly 90% of the Arab population residing in the Arab world are adherents of Islam. With a notable minority group of Christians, the majority of the population primarily consists of Arab Muslims. Islam, being the main religion in Arab countries, there is surely an overlap between religion … 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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