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An Ill-Timed Trump Visit to the Arab states

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer In mid-May, President Trump will be making his first visit abroad, aside from his appearance at the Pope’s funeral in the Vatican. Of all places, he is choosing to visit Saudi Arabia, the Emirates, and Qatar. One wonders how any Arab state could welcome a leader who has … Continued

“Tuning into My Heritage”: 40 Minutes with Zekkereya El-magharbel

By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Zekkereya El-magharbel is a musician, designer, theorist, composer, and educator, originally from Los Angeles, California, and now based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Raised in an Egyptian household, Zekkereya’s work seamlessly blends diverse cultural influences, drawing from both their heritage and the broader musical world. Zekkereya’s journey reflects … Continued

Arab Americans: A Story of Strength and Survival

By: Lina AbiRafeh / Arab America Contributing Writer Did you know that April is National Arab American Heritage Month? No!?  Yalla, let’s do this. It took only (?!) four decades of campaigning to honor the contributions Arab Americans have made to the US – and activism by Warren and Dr. Amal David, the co-founders of … Continued

The Armenians of the Arab World: From Refugee Camps to Outer Space

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer The Armenians of the Arab world form one of the region’s oldest and most enduring diasporas. With a history spanning centuries, the Armenians have contributed significantly to the cultural, economic, and social development of several Arab countries while maintaining their unique heritage. From Lebanon and Syria … Continued

Tlaib, Dingell Introduce Resolution Recognizing Arab American Heritage Month

Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) re-introduced a resolution recognizing April as Arab American Heritage Month to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans to the United States. “Arab Americans have made invaluable contributions to our nation,” said Congresswoman Tlaib. “As a proud and unapologetic Arab American woman serving in Congress, and the Congresswoman representing … Continued

Abducting Students: At What Cost?

David Hamod Op-Ed in The Des Moines Register (4/13/25) In recent weeks, the world has been shocked by images of masked and hooded individuals – apparently U.S. Government officials – rounding up college students for detention and deportation. This is a stunning development, one that inflames passions and sensibilities.  Discussion of this issue so far has … Continued

Mauritania’s Traditional Architecture: At the Crossroads of Culture and Climate

By: Ralph Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer The traditional architecture of Mauritania, particularly in the ancient caravan towns along the trans-Saharan trade routes, showcases narrow, winding streets, mosques with square minarets, ornamental stone buildings, and homes featuring central courtyards and patios. These elements are deeply influenced by the region’s Islamic heritage and designed to … Continued

Honoring Pope Francis

By: Rena Elhessen/ Arab America Contributing Writer Arab America joins Catholics across the globe and people of all faiths in mourning the passing of Pope Francis. A true advocate for peace, Pope Francis stood for unity and humanity in an ever-changing world of division and conflict. He was more than a spiritual leader, but a … Continued

Nuclear Talks with Iran will Need Real Statesmanship

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer On Saturday, Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, met in Rome with President Trump’s Middle East and Ukraine envoy, Steve Witkoff, for a second round of negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. So far, the talks have gone smoothly; a third meeting scheduled for this week will start to address practical … Continued

A Tour of Arab American Enclaves Across the U.S.

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans are woven into the fabric of the United States, with communities found in nearly every major city. A few neighborhoods, in particular, have especially high concentrations of Arab Americans. These enclaves are rich in culture, featuring Arab restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and other businesses—serving … Continued

Beyond the Labels: Redefining Autism in Arab American Narratives

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Autism remains a largely misunderstood and stigmatized topic within many Arab American communities. Despite growing awareness globally, cultural beliefs and social expectations often frame autism as a taboo subject, leading families to feel shame or fear of judgment. This can result in delayed diagnoses, lack of support, … Continued

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