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Arabic: One of the Fastest-Growing Languages in the World

By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer  As an Arab American, I have always felt a deep pride in both my Arab heritage and the invaluable cultural traditions that my ancestors passed on. One of the most important aspects of my heritage is the language that resides around it, the Arabic language. Arabic has … Continued

Palestinians’ Press for Modifications Before Israel’s Admission to the US Visa Waiver Program

By: Bishara A Bahbah / Arab America Featured Columnist Palestinian Americans are raising concerns over Israel’s application to the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP), causing delays in granting US approval. If approved, the VWP would allow Israeli passport holders to visit the United States without securing a visa from the US embassy beforehand – a process … Continued

Top 3 Safest Arab Airlines in the World

By: Alana Rehman/ Arab America Contributing Writer People always want to choose the finest and safest airline when they are considering a trip. You’ll be amazed to learn that the top 10 safest airlines in the world include carriers from the Arab countries according to the AirlinesRating.com. AirlineRatings.com is a reliable website that uses a … Continued

First Lady Dr. Jill Biden Recognizes National Arab American Heritage Month in Historic Message at Arab America Foundation Commemorative Event

Washington DC, April 30, 2023–The First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden issued a historic message to the Arab America Foundation at their seventh annual event on Wednesday, April 26th commemorating National Arab American Heritage Month. During National Arab American Heritage Month, there were numerous noteworthy events, marking significant firsts. These include a … Continued

Palestinian Singer, Elyanna, Making History in the Music Industry

By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Rising Arab artist Elyanna Marjieh, of Palestinian-Chilean descent, is the first performer to play an entire set in Arabic at the Coachella festival. Arabic and Western beats are combined in Elyanna’s music which the singer attributes to her multicultural background. About Elyanna Elyanna Marjieh, birth name Elian, … Continued

Web Summit to be held In the Arab World for the First Time in Qatar

By: Alana Rehman / Arab America Contributing Writer Web Summit: The annual technology conference, Web Summit, connects people and ideas that change the world. The conference topics are web innovation, rising advances, and strategic investing. The first web Summit in 2009 was a mix of technologists, bloggers, and journalists in a Dublin hotel in Ireland. … Continued

Prominent Arab American Activists in Arab American History

By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American Heritage Month is a time of year to honor the remarkable contributions of Arab American activists. Their contributions have progressed American society and the lives of all Arab Americans in the United States.  These trailblazers have made significant strides in advocating for civil rights and … Continued

Hasan Ibn al-Haytham, the World’s ‘First True Scientist’

By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer Hasan Ibn al-Haytham, also known as al-Basry or Alhazen, was an Arab Muslim scientist during the Islamic Golden Age. As a scholar, he is constantly renowned for his achievements in mathematics, astronomy, optics, and physics.  His nickname, “al-Basry,” stems from his hometown of Basra, Iraq, and certainly … Continued

Arab TV Shows You Must Watch this Ramadan

By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Every year during the month of Ramadan, the MENA region fills the entertainment industry with binge-worthy shows ranging from all genres. Ramadan TV shows are among the most highly awaited of the year, with viewers from the Middle East and throughout the globe settling in to watch … Continued

14 Children’s Books in English with Arab Representation

By Natalie Tasci Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributionsand accomplishments of Arab Americans to our society. As we strive for a moreinclusive and diverse world, it’s important to highlight literature that reflects theexperiences and perspectives of Arabs, especially for young readers. For … Continued

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