By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Zakariya’s passion for calligraphy began when he noticed an elegant script while looking into the window display of a rug store on Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica. Captivated by its beauty, he stepped inside and asked the Armenian shopkeeper, “What is this?” The shopkeeper replied, “It’s a … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer People frequently refer to Fairuz, the legendary Lebanese vocalist, as the “Voice of the Arab World.” Her divine voice, combined with her meaningful lyricism and captivating songs, has resonated with audiences for decades. The Rahbani brothers, Asad and Mansour, contributed their brilliance and creativity to her exceptional … Continued
By: Jenny Lyu / Arab America Contributing Writer Have you ever visited Instagram to explore creativity, culture, and art? Communicating, absorbing information, and conducting business online make the online environment vivid and diverse. The young Arab generation has started to develop their interests, express their thoughts, and show perspectives on politics and identity awareness on … Continued
By: Areeb Zuaiter/Arab America Contributing Writer At the turn of the 21st century, Palestinian cinema began gradually departing from the political language of the cinema of the revolution. And at the beginning of our current century, a fresh Palestinian cinema matured and acquired its transnational status. One of the most significant names associated with this … Continued
SOURCE: THE CONCORDIAN BY MIA ANHOURY Montreal screening of renowned Lebanese filmmaker’s flick to benefit children’s charities All profits from the Montreal premiere of Franco-Lebanese director Philippe Aractingi’s Listen will go towards four Lebanese non-governmental organizations. The screening, at 7 p.m. on Oct. 1 at Guzzo’s Sphèrteque in St-Laurent, is part of the series Rendez-vous du Cinéma … Continued
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