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Shami and Levantine Dialect

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Habeebti (f)

English:

My love / my dear

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How Lebanese Migration Helped Shape Mexico’s Modern Identity

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Approximately 400,000 Lebanese emigrants are part of Mexico’s population. Families residing in regions such as Yucatán, Puebla, and Mexico City have created a lasting legacy, benefiting both themselves and the Mexican people. Their business ventures and Levantine influence have enriched the vibrant Mexican culture we recognize today. In this article, Arab America’s contributing writer Nissrine Bedda explores the impact of Lebanese emigrants on Mexico’s modernization during the Porfiriato era and their integration into Mexican society.

Little Beirut Away From Lebanon

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By: Antonia Wagura, Arab America contributing writer Lebanese cuisine is a perfectly varied mix of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and French cuisines with the Mediterranean being the most prominent one. Just picturing your favorite Lebanese dish makes you smell the aroma, taste the flavor, and sense the texture. Aren’t you mouthwatering yet? Lebanese culture, through food, … Continued

Mayyas Official: A Symbol of Arab and Women’s Empowerment

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On June 21st, America’s Got Talent premiered an all-female group dance audition, from Lebanon, called Mayyas Official. This group mesmerized the crowd and the Judges with its unique dance routine. A routine that coordinated arm movements and definitely followed through with their promise to “hypnotize” the judges. The Mayyas came with the mission of empowering Arabs and women. Not only that, but also normalizing dance as a reputable career in the Arab World.

Wichitan Brings New Musical to Town, Explores Lebanese Culture, Roots

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SOURCE: THE WICHITA EAGLE BY: ABIGAIL HALL The food, music and culture of Lebanon is coming to Wichita in the form of a musical this August. Born-and-raised Wichitan Alex Wakim will premiere his musical, “An American in Beirut” Aug. 15-16 at the Crown Uptown Theatre. Wakim, the son of Lebanese immigrants, with co-writer Chantal Bilodeau, penned the … Continued

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