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Go topTraditional architecture offers a powerful lens into how societies have historically responded to their environments, resources, and cultural values. From the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula to the mountains of the Levant and the vast landscapes of North Africa and the Horn of Africa, each region developed distinct building styles rooted in necessity. These structures … Continued
By: Taim Al-Faraje / Arab America Contributing Writer Iraq, like much of the Arab World after Sykes-Picot, had a corrupt king installed after “independence” in 1932. The Anglo-Iraqi Treaty of 1930 gave the British significant control over Iraqi affairs. Although many of the provisions were only meant to be used in times of war, making … Continued
By Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer The final draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place at the Kennedy Center, Washington DC on December 5th. The 48 qualified teams will be placed at random into 12 groups of 4 teams, each group will play a round robin format of 3 matches against … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer On September 11, 2001, terrorists killed nearly 3,000 people in attacks that forever altered U.S. policy and global relations. These acts were unjustifiable and tragic. Yet the aftermath of 9/11 under President George W. Bush marked a turning point that launched wars abroad, pushed sweeping domestic policies, … Continued
This is the ninety-third in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series features personalities from various fields, including entertainment, business, sports, science, the arts, academia, journalism, and politics. Contributing writer John Mason highlights our ninety-third pathbreaker, Andy Shallal, who was born in Iraq to diplomat parents, educated in the U.S., and who has become a highly successful businessman. He is equally well known for his philanthropy, artistry, and his political and proudly pro-Arab stances.
By Ralph I. Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer The traditional architecture of Iraq spans millennia, shaped by diverse civilizations and unique environmental needs. From the ancient ziggurats of Sumer to the brickwork of Abbasid mosques and the inward-facing homes of Mosul and Basra, Iraqi architecture reflects a continuous dialogue between heritage, function, and identity. Mesopotamian Foundations: … Continued
This is the ninetieth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series features personalities from various fields, including entertainment, business, sports, science, the arts, academia, journalism, and politics. Contributing writer, John Mason, highlights our ninetieth pathbreaker, Heather Raffo, an American born to mixed Iraqi American parents. She is an eminent playwright who addresses issues as sensitive as Iraqi women affected by war and repression; an American Marine deeply affected by war in Falluja; and her two countries, Iraq and the U.S., both facing serious issues of internal division.
By: Katie Beason / Arab America Contributing Writer A casualty of violent armed conflict in modern history is the destruction of historic material culture. This includes artifacts housed in museums to archeological sites vulnerable to wholesale destruction. The motivations for these activities range from looting for resale on the black market to the explicit destruction … Continued
By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer As Europe faces increased migration flows, one key issue is often overlooked: Middle East climate refugees in Europe, driven by climate-induced displacement from the Middle East. The region, already plagued by conflict and instability, is now one of the most vulnerable to climate change globally. Worsening … Continued
By: Jake Harris / Arab America contributing writer When most fans think of the World Cup, they think of the final tournament taking place in the summer every 4 years to decide a world champion. An often overlooked part of the process is the qualifying campaign involving 211 countries across every continent. It is a … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer In the mid-20th century, Iraq stood on the brink of transformation. Flush with newfound oil wealth, the Iraqi government under King Faisal II embarked on a grand modernization effort aimed at reshaping Baghdad into a global cultural hub. One of the most ambitious – but ultimately … Continued
By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer When one thinks of Pan-Arabism and Arab unification, they might think of the United Arab Republic – the unification of Syria and Egypt, which existed between 1958 and 1961. However, there is a lesser-known unification of two Arab states that occurred in 1958 as well: the Hashemite … Continued
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