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Go topBy: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Egypt is globally renowned for its ancient pyramids and temples, but its traditional architecture extends far beyond these iconic monuments. Spanning centuries, Egyptian architecture reflects a unique synthesis of climate-responsive design, cultural identity, and historical continuity. From sun-drenched mud brick villages to intricately detailed Islamic buildings, … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., September 4, 2025) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that several notable artists will perform at the CONNECT Empowerment Summit to be held on Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, 100 Frank W. Burr Boulevard, Teaneck, NJ. Through these … Continued
By: Arab America Contributing Writer / Layla Mahmoud In July 2025, Imam Ayman Soliman, a well-known religious leader in Cincinnati’s Muslim community, found himself at the center of a legal storm that covered issues of immigration, religious freedom, and national security. His story—spanning persecution in Egypt, asylum in the United States, and now detention by … Continued
Arab America, the leading provider of digital media regarding the Arab and Arab American identity, announces Fall 2025 virtual internship opportunities. Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: 4 Months–Beginning August/September (Flexible) Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on four or more of the following areas: *Applicants with marketing and digital … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer The Nile River has long been more than just a geographic landmark; it is the lifeline of northeastern Africa. Flowing through eleven countries, its waters are most vital to Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia, three nations now locked in a bitter political and existential struggle over its control. … Continued
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
By: Taim Al-Faraje/Arab America Contributing Writer As of mid-2025, Egypt’s New Administrative Capital (NAC) has entered its second phase of construction. What this means for the new capital is thousands of families moving into newly built housing, establishing museums, an opera house, a training center for artists and musicians, and more. President Abdel Fatah el-Sisi … Continued
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
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer Moez Street, nestled in the heart of Historic Cairo, is a living chronicle of Egypt’s layered past.Once the core passage of Fatimid grandeur, it embodies over a thousand years of Islamic art,architecture, and urban life. From intricately carved wooden mashrabiyas to towering minarets,the street’s aesthetic reflects the … Continued
By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer In the modern age, the Global South and the Middle East are rising to the top of the global stage. Aiming to challenge Western hegemony, the new BRICS bloc has emerged, claiming to channel the voices of the Global South. BRICS consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer When I had the chance to visit the Coptic Museum in Fustat for a course on Egyptian History, I was immediately drawn to its unique setting and architectural presence. Nestled in the heart of Old Cairo and the Religious Complex, the Coptic Museum’s exterior immediately draws the … Continued
By Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer The early 20th century saw increased western intervention in the middle east, and the rise of secular Arab nationalism. A cornerstone of this Arab Nationalism was the idea of Pan-Arabism. Put simply, it is the belief that the entire Arab world which has a shared culture, language, … Continued
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