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Mansa Musa’s Hajj and Its Impact On The Arab World

By Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer Mansa Musa also known as Musa I was King of the Malian Empire in the first half of the 14th century, at the territorial peak of the empire. The extent of his wealth is known to have been extraordinary even for a monarch. Musa I, is considered … Continued

Thanksgiving in the Arab American Community 

By Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer Thanksgiving in the United States is totally ingrained in the nation’s cultural fabric. Known for Apple Pie, Turkey, Stuffing, Football, Family. Unlike other major holidays in the United States like Christmas, and Easter, there isn’t a particular religious affiliation with the holiday like the others. Thanksgiving presents … Continued

From Egypt to Cincinnati: The Legal Battle of Imam Ayman Soliman

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

Assassins Creed Mirage: A Modern Game in Abbasid Baghdad

By: Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer The Assassin’s Creed video game series is one of the most popular and long running franchises in 21st century gaming. Each game is a work of historical fiction. Games take place in famous historical eras such as the French Revolution, American Revolution, Ptolemaic Egypt, and the Viking … Continued

The Traditional Architecture of Iraq

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

Iraq’s Ongoing Sunni-Shia Rift

Photo Credit: Fire and Thick Black Smoke on the Road via Pexels. By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Iraq’s ongoing Sunni and Shia rift remains one of the country’s most unique and conflicting aspects of its social and civil landscape. Rooted through conflict of political and religious divides, this deepened even further after … Continued

Algeria’s Traditional Architecture: Tapestry of Cultures and Climates

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Algeria, the largest country in Africa, boasts a rich and diverse architectural heritage that reflects centuries of cultural fusion, geographical variation, and historical transformation. From the sun-baked kasbahs of the north to the earthen ksour of the Sahara, traditional Algerian architecture is a living testament to … Continued

Unity Amid Tragedy: Church Attack Unites Syrian Identities

By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer On the evening of June 22, 2025, tragedy struck Saint Elias Greek Orthodox Church in the Dweilaa neighborhood of Damascus. What should have been a peaceful Sunday Mass turned into a nightmare when a suicide bomber entered the church, killing at least 22 worshippers and injuring over … Continued

Interfaith Unity Shines through Dark Times in Damascus

By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer In the wake of a devastating attack on Mar Elias Church in Damascus, Syrian Christians are confused, disheartened, and scared. The violent bombing that left over 25 people dead last week was the first of its kind in decades. Consequently, the attack is rattling the sense of … Continued

The Decline of Arab Nationalism and the Islamic Revival

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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