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Untold Stories of the Islamic Golden Age

One of the most significant parts of Arab history, dubbed the Islamic Golden Age, marked a renaissance unlike no other. Spanning the 8th-13th century, the period saw a massive upheaval in the priorities of the caliphates. Under Abbasid rule, intellectual centers and the arts were given a new spotlight, wholeheartedly supported by the government. The … Continued

Censorship and Cinema: The Hidden Battles of Arab Filmmakers

By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer Cinema in the Arab world has always served a purpose other than amusement. It lets people share tales, challenge traditions, and raise awareness about concerns society often silences. However, many filmmakers face a significant challenge: censorship. Governments, religious organizations, and social standards all attempt to regulate … Continued

Che Guevara’s Relation to the Arabs

By: Taim Al-Faraje / Arab America Contributing Writer “The final hour of colonialism has struck and millions of inhabitants of Africa, Asia, and Latin America rise to meet a new life and demand their unrestricted right to self-determination.” The name Che Guevara struck terror into the hearts of Western leaders, frightened by his breathtaking ability … Continued

The Importance and Impact of Arab Socialism on the Arab World

Arab Socialist Ba’ath Party Logo – Wiki Commons By Taim Al-Faraje/ Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab world consists of several countries defined by their often inherent wealth inequality, corrupt monarchies, violent nepotism, and disorganized management at all levels of government. The reasons why Arab countries ended up at this point are numerous, often not … Continued

Tracing History: Identity in Palestinian Music

Tracing the history of Palestinian music reveals a rich, textured tapestry of writing and symbolism. Palestinian folk music provides a glimpse to both the joy and struggles of the Palestinian people. At the heart of that music is a reflection of the Palestinian experience, and most importantly, the Palestinian identity.  Before the Nakba Little is … Continued

NUSACC Leads U.S. Business Delegation to Tunisia

Where Ancient Carthage Once Dominated Trade, Tunisia Today Strengthens Commercial Relations with the USA The National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) – America’s #1 commercial gateway to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region – has just completed a high-level trade & investment mission to the Republic of Tunisia.  Delegates met with … Continued

Invisible Effects of Arab America’s “Whiteness”

By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer For the past century, the United States has rapidly evolved its understanding of race. From dehumanizing immigration quotas and exclusion to recognizing Arab American Heritage Month, the Arab community has accomplished remarkable progress.  At the turn of the century, the US Census was met with a proposal … Continued

Language on the Brink: Arabic Dialects in Decline

By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic is sometimes viewed as a single, united language, with soaring classical poetry, Quranic passages, and the shared medium of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). However, underlying this uniting layer is a huge and convoluted web of dialects spoken variants of Arabic that vary by region and … Continued

The Traditional Architecture of Kuwait – A Reflection of Culture, Climate, and Craftsmanship

By: Ralph I. Hage/ Arab America Contributing Writer Kuwait, a country nestled at the head of the Persian Gulf, has experienced rapid modernization over the last century. Yet, beneath the glass towers and sprawling highways lies a deep architectural heritage. Traditional Kuwaiti architecture, once widespread across the old districts of Kuwait City, is an expression … Continued

A Brief History of the Druze Faith

By Taim Al-Faraje/Arab America Contributing Writer In light of recent events in Syria, this article will look into a brief history of the Druze community and how they came to be involved in Syrian affairs, focusing on their beginnings and how they evolved into what they are now as a community. The history of al-Muwahhidun, … Continued

Arab Free Officer movements from 1952-1969

By: Taim Al-Faraje / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout the 50s and 60s, the Arab World saw a plethora of coups and revolutions. These coups particularly took place in countries where the common people were discontent with the ruling monarchies. They had many goals; on a smaller scale, they were aimed at overthrowing the rulers … Continued

Ziad Rahbani’s Words Still Ring True

By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer DISCLAIMER: The writer does not seek to endorse or criticize any of Ziad Rahbani’s political stances. Ziad Rahbani, famous Lebanese musician, composer, and political commentator passed away at age 69 just two weeks ago. He was the son of prolific vocalist and musical superstar Fairuz, for whom … Continued

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