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Removal of Nationalist Education from Syrian Schools 

By: Jack Moran / Arab America Contributing Writer Following the fleeing of Bashar al-Assad from Syria, nationalist ideals and teachings have slowly left school curricula within Syria. Syria’s “new government”, a group of Islamist led authorities, have vowed to remove all Assad teachings from Syrian schools and replace them with traditional Islamic teachings.  In a … Continued

The Forgotten Queens of the Arab World

By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout history, the Arab world has witnessed the rise of powerful queens whose legacies often remain overshadowed by their male counterparts. Arab America, content contributing writer Rania Basria talks about how these women ruled with strength, vision, and wisdom, shaping the course of their nations. One such … Continued

Revolution Anthems: The Rise of Tunisian Rappers from the Arab Spring

By: Jack Moran / Arab America Contributing Writer Following the Arab Spring Protests of 2010 and 2011, Tunisian rap and hip-hop music became increasingly popular within the Middle East. This was due primarily to a young rapper, El Général, an artist from northern Tunisia, and the success of his most popular song Ṛayīs li-Blād (Head … Continued

Palestinian Film, “Ground Zero” Leads Arab Submissions to the Academy Awards 

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer In recent weeks, the Academy Awards revealed their shortlist of films, sparking significant excitement across the Arab world, especially with the inclusion of the Gaza-directed documentary From Ground Zero. This powerful documentary captures the stories of 22 Gazans whose lives were profoundly transformed after October 8, 2023. These … Continued

Notable Players and Memorable Moments of Syrian Football

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Known as the “Qasioun Eagles,” the Syrian national football team has a rich legacy distinguished by prominent players and spectacular games that have permanently changed its supporters. Syrian football has brought pride and optimism to its country over the years despite political and financial obstacles by means … Continued

Rejecting Division Between The Semitic Siblings

Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In a world marked by divisions, the shared history of Arabs and Jews serves as a powerful reminder of our interconnectedness. These Semitic peoples have lived, traded, and celebrated side by side for centuries, united by shared values and traditions. Before the Zionism movement divided the brothers who … Continued

New Year Resolution 2025

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As we welcome the New Year, it’s time to reflect on the achievements and progress made by the Arab American community in 2024. This year, the Arab America Foundation (AAF) has continued its mission to promote Arab heritage, challenge stereotypes, and empower communities through impactful initiatives. From … Continued

National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) recognizes Tunisia’s Hanène Tajouri Bessassi as 2024 “Ambassador of the Year”

100 VIPs, Including Upwards of 20 Sitting Ambassadors, Fete Tunisia’s First Female Ambassador to the USA “You and your fellow Tunisians are a continued inspiration for your innovation and creativity, highlighted not only by your work here in DC, but also by the strength of the U.S.-Tunisia economic relationship.Ambassador Tajouri Bessassi has helped to bring … Continued

Blame and Prejudice: How the Maccabi Riots Fueled Anti-Maghreb Discrimination

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer For the past month, European media outlets have been amplifying anti-Moroccan and anti-Maghreb rhetoric following events in November linked to the Israeli-led Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer match in Amsterdam. While the anti-Arab sentiment expressed during the match itself largely went unnoticed, much of the blame for the … Continued

The Mystery of Fátima de Madrid

By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer We have all heard about the various astronomers, philosophers, and masters of the sciences in the Muslim world during the Islamic Golden Age. One such figure from this period was Maslama al-Majriti, also known in Latin as Methilem, a scholar from Madrid during the time of Muslim … Continued

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