By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer As the sun rose over Amman, the usually busy streets felt quieter, as if reflecting the tension in the air. In the palace, King Abdullah II reviewed the latest news from Gaza, where the war threatened lives and the peace that Jordan has long worked to protect. … Continued
Source: Designed for Arab America, this featured image shows The King of Jordan Abdullah II bin Al Hussein and The Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani giving their speeches at the 79th UGNA.
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In the heart of the Levant, people once thrived on hearty grains like freekeh and burghul, staples that filled their plates and their lives with nourishment. These wholesome foods weren’t just ingredients; they were the foundation of a lifestyle that celebrated health and vitality, allowing families to … Continued
Source: Wikimedia Commons. This picture shows the logo of the Royal Standard of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In Jordanian and Palestinian culture, mansaf is more than just a dish; it is a symbol of heritage, hospitality, and communal values. This traditional meal, steeped in history and cultural significance, brings people together to share not just food but a sense of identity and belonging. Mansaf’s … Continued
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
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In a world where we often take knowledge for granted, seldom questioning the foundations of what we believe to be true, Hani Al-Najjar’s book Those Who Hide the Sun challenges us to rethink everything we think we know. This book is not merely a call to question … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer “Landowners” or “The Natives” is one of the most recently released songs that are getting trendy now, performed by Assala Nasri, ft. Acapella Masreya Band, and Fares Katrya. The latest music video, presented in the traditional Tarweedeh style, is a poignant and symbol-laden tribute to the native … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Food has a unique way of bringing people together, and celebrating it will make you enjoy your meal and feel grateful to receive grandma’s recipes generation after generation. So can you imagine that this great moment of grace and pleasure can be easily stolen, just like the … Continued
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
By: Michael Springmann/Arab America Contributing Writer News Flash! Durham, N.C. Bans Israeli Police Training Why is this News? Because Israel, often through its armed forces, trains American police. April 16, 2018, the Durham, NC city council resolution stated it was important to “recognize and share the deep concern about the militarization of police forces around … Continued
Today, according to the Center for Public Accuracy, a fact-finding mission is on its way to Syria to investigate who was behind the recent chemical weapon attack in Syria. The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons “confirms that the OPCW Fact-Finding Mission (FFM) team is on its way to Syria and will start its … Continued
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