By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As the 2024 presidential election draws near, it’s more important than ever for the Arab American community to make their voices heard. The message of Salom Rizk, a mid-20th-century Arab American author, remains strikingly relevant today—particularly in discussions around immigration and civic duty. In his 1943 autobiography, … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer There is a well-known Syrian poet, essayist, and critic who goes by the name Adonis. His real name is Ali Ahmad Said Esber. His original writing style and examination of topics such as love, sorrow, exile, and the human condition have made him a notable character in … Continued
By: Malak Hassouna / Arab America Contributing Writer When most Western artists announce their tours, they are usually located in the United States, and European cities are now expanding into Asia. However, Saudi Arabia has been making significant efforts to bring Western artists like Travis Scott, Charlie Puth, and more to their country, especially during … Continued
Palestinian-French-Algerian artist, Saint Levant isn’t just a singer with a viral hit; he’s a rising activist using his music to bridge the diaspora, challenging stereotypes and amplifying the Palestinian story on runways, television screens, and concert stages. From catchy tunes to unwavering dedication, Saint Levant gives voice to a generation yearning for connection and a future where displacement is a memory, not a reality. This is his story, and it’s just beginning.
By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab American Contributing Writer Welcome to the United States. The land of the free, home of the brave. Where life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness reside in unison. This is the United States that thousands fight to be in and you’ve finally made it. This is the dream that brings … Continued
By: Riley Bryant / Arab America Contributing Writer The Latin world has reggaeton. Almost everywhere has a “-pop,” from j-pop to afro-pop, to the more well-known k-pop. The international music industry has clearly defined genres for nearly every part of the world, each with its own regional flavor while incorporating the current global trends. Now, … Continued
SOURCE: MOROCCO WORLD NEWS BY: WISSAL DARDAR Learning foreign languages creates more inclusive attitudes and lessens any prejudice towards people who are different than us. Seven useful languages you should learn. Photo: Pixabay It can be useful to learn foreign languages not only for technical purposes but also because it creates more inclusive attitudes and … Continued
SOURCE: EGYPTIAN STREETS BY: ES BUZZ Language keeps evolving as identities evolve. Today, Egyptian Arabic has came to sound much differently than it did in the past, and it continues to change as the world becomes more interconnected and global. How many of these English words do you commonly use when speaking Arabic? Below are … Continued
SOURCE: MOROCCO WORLD NEWS BY: MORGAN HEKKING The app primarily seeks to help children of Moroccans living abroad learn Arabic. Morgan Hekking holds a BA in International Relations from Hobart & William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York. Rabat – The Hassan II Foundation for Moroccans Living Abroad (MREs) has extended its Arabic language-learning app … Continued
SOURCE: SBS.COM BY: HANA YASSIN In many languages, the meaning behind some words and phrases may get missed when they are translated into English. Here are seven examples from the Arabic language. UPDATED Arabic speakers in Australia can sometimes experience difficulty, awkwardness or even funny situations when they attempt to translate some Arabic phrases and … Continued
SOURCE: EGYPTIAN STREETS BY: NORAN ALAA MORSI Arabic is one of the oldest languages in the world, dating back to approximately 512 BCE, with 310 million native speakers worldwide as of 2016. While some consider that the language has been slowly dying in recent years, especially in countries such as the United Arab Emirates, its inspiration into other … Continued
By: Jackson Chasen-Buckley /Arab America Contributing Writer When it comes to classifying the similarities and differences between English and Arabic, the differences far outweigh the similarities. To be rightfully honest, this makes sense. These languages both originated in different parts of the world and, therefore, had few connections with their inception. This doesn’t mean that … Continued
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