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The Arab American Politics of Superman 2025

By: Katie Beason / Arab America Contributing Writer James Gunn’s 2025 Superman is causing quite a stir on the internet, with praise for its timely portrayal of international armed conflict, government overreach, and American exceptionalism, as well as admonishment for perceived anti-Semitism and anti-American attitudes. While other recent superhero movies like Marvel’s Thunderbolts* swing dramatically … Continued

How Climate Change Threatens Arab Archaeology

By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer Anthropogenic climate change is by no means a new issue.  As of recent, however, scientists are sounding the alarm on a new facet of global warming: archaeology. Industrial activity and urban development in tandem with worsening climate have endangered key archaeological sites. The Middle East is faced … Continued

Bilingual and Barely Heard – Arabic Access Still Lags in the U.S.

By: Laila Ali / Arab America Contributing Author In a country that’s rapidly adding Spanish, Mandarin, and even Tagalog to its public school curriculum, social services, and government materials, the Arabic language is lagging behind greatly. Despite being one of the most spoken languages in the world, as well as one of the fastest growing … Continued

Cairo Tower – A Hidden History

Photo Credit: Wiki Commons By: Taim Al-Faraje/Arab America Contributing Writer Embedded in Cairo’s Gezira Island stands one of Africa’s most intricately designed buildings, namely the Cairo Tower. Standing 614 feet tall, a stunning 160 feet taller than the Great Pyramid of Giza, it at one point served as Africa’s tallest structure. It features an open … Continued

NUSACC Welcomes Oman’s New Ambassador to the USA

Roundtable Focuses on Oman – U.S. Relations, Including the Sultanate’s Role as Peacemaker and Trusted Mediator “Our longstanding partnership, built on mutual respect and shared interests, continues to be a source of strength and unity.” – H.E. Talal Al-Rahbi, Oman’s Ambassador to the United States This past week, the National U.S. – Arab Chamber of … Continued

Palestine Speaks, Palestine Writes

By: B. Nimri Aziz / Arab America Contributing Writer  What further avenues help us reach Palestine?  We witness repeated attacks and compounded injustices against unarmed Palestinians, day after day. The baffled world is stunned into silence. Helpless, we merely fill hours exchanging stories of others’ suffering, citing merciless actions repeated hour after hour by Israeli … Continued

Swingin’ Through the Cedars: When Louis Armstrong Visited Beirut

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer In April of 1959, the Lebanese capital of Beirut welcomed a musical legend whose visit would resonate for decades. Louis Armstrong, the renowned trumpeter and vocalist known worldwide as “Satchmo,” brought his distinctive brand of jazz to a city eager for cultural connections. More than just … Continued

“Art is a Universal Language”: 40 Minutes with Mona Miari

By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Mona’s musical journey is deeply rooted in heritage, resistance, and a relentless drive to push artistic boundaries. An internationally renowned Palestinian-American artist, singer, and songwriter, she is known for her pioneering projects and dedication to elevating Arabic music on the world stage. Raised between Chicago and Palestine … Continued

Interfaith Unity Shines through Dark Times in Damascus

By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer In the wake of a devastating attack on Mar Elias Church in Damascus, Syrian Christians are confused, disheartened, and scared. The violent bombing that left over 25 people dead last week was the first of its kind in decades. Consequently, the attack is rattling the sense of … Continued

Bridges of Culture: Arab Contributions to Italy

By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer Southern Italy, particularly Sicily and parts of Calabria, carry a profound legacy of Arab influence. This influence began with the Arab conquest of Sicily in the 9th century. It has left an unforgettable imprint on the region’s architecture, cuisine, language, science, and cultural identity. Despite the … Continued

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