By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America contributing writer. In recent years, Halal tourism has emerged as one of the fastest-growing segments of the global travel industry. With Muslim travelers projected to spend over $300 billion on travel by 2026, according to CrescentRating, the demand for destinations catering to Islamic principles is reshaping the tourism … Continued
By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Historical Origins of Ceuta and Melilla Ceuta and Melilla, two small enclaves on the northern coast of Africa, stand as remnants of Spain’s colonial presence on the African continent. Their histories date back centuries, intertwining the complex legacies of conquest, trade, and European imperial ambitions. Ceuta is … Continued
Moon and star are symbols almost always associated with Islam, during the month of Ramadan, and during Eid holidays. The stars have been used in architectural designs throughout history, and the moon has even made its appearance on mosque pillars. The crescent moon topped off the exquisite design of the pillar dome and athan tower. Muslims are bombarded with (lantern) moons and star decor this Ramadan, But did we ever come to think what is the origin of islamic symbols and is it really Islamic? Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmaliki, discusses the importance of these symbols in Islam.
By Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer For more than a millennium and a half, when Arab traders and Islamic missionaries came to Africa, there has been a mixing of not only ethnicities but also cultures. Throughout the Northern half of Africa, there are varying degrees of Arab influence. In modern times, that has … Continued
By: Arab America Contributing Writer/ Alana Rehman The wealthiest people in the world have had a challenging year; there are now 2,668 billionaires worldwide, down from 2,755 in 2021. This year, 236 new people joined the list, and 329 left. Global billionaires’ combined net worth in 2022 was $12.7 trillion, down from $13.1 trillion in … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer Black History Month is a period for acknowledging and remembering all the positive impacts and accomplishments African Americans have had and continue to contribute to the United States and abroad. This month’s theme, “Black Resistance,” recognizes the history behind African Americans and their battles with adversity and … Continued
By: Jordan AbuAljazer / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab cinema has long been a cultural media that has gone unrecognized by the outside world. This has not done Arab horror any favors, since horror is already a genre that struggles for the approval of Hollywood producers, who present their movies worldwide. Despite all that, Egypt … Continued
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer Asida or Aseeda comes from the Arabic root, عصد (asad), which means to ‘twist it’. Aseed is made by kneading the dough in a pot over high heat. It requires extra arm strength and muscle to be able to twist the Asida into the perfect consistency and shape. When making … Continued
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer The Sahara Desert is the largest desert in the world located in Northern Africa. The desert covers most of Northern Africa and is set to be larger than the United States and more. Believe It or Not, underneath the Sahara Desert dry sand is one of the … Continued
By: Evan Ploeckelman / Arab America Contributing Writer Somali Americans have been gaining particular influence in the United States in recent years. They have a significant population in the Minneapolis and Columbus areas, and there is even a Somali American politician, U.S representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN). But while Somali Americans are grouped together with Arabs … Continued
By Evan Ploeckelman / Arab America Contributing Writer The Comoros, a tropical island nation off the coast of Africa in the western Indian Ocean, is the southernmost Arab nation and member of the Arab League. In fact, it is the only nation in those categories to be completely below the Equator. However, these islands are … Continued
By Evan Ploeckelman/Arab America Contributing Writer Zanzibar is an island chain off the coast of modern Tanzania. The two biggest islands are Unguja, which is home to a majority of the population; and, the capital, Zanzibar City and Pemba. Modern Zanzibar, a semi-autonomous tropical region of Tanzania, and is famous mostly for its sandy beaches, … Continued
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