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Israeli Arabs (Arab-48): A Minority in an Inclusive Country? Or A Reminder of the Illegitimacy of Israel?

July 20, 2022

By Mohammed Abduljabbar

Introduction After WWI, European powers established their control over Arab lands. The United Kingdom, for instance, divided its colonies into tiny protectorates. These protectorates’ borders would later form the Arab states today. Residents ruled their protectorates under the UK’s supervision. One of these colonies was the Protectorate of Palestine. After WWII, the UK decided to … Continued

Living While White: How a Lack of Representation in the U.S. Census has Affected Arab Americans

July 20, 2022

By Jordan AbuAljazer

By: Jordan AbuAljazer / Arab America Contributing Writer The United States census is the formal collection of information from the American population. Since the year 1790, the census has taken place every decade. The most recent U.S. census occurred in 2020, and many communities in the United States will be affected by the results. All … Continued

Why Palestinians Should Not Join the Abraham Accords: A Rebuttal to “President Joe Biden Should Invite Palestinians to Join the Abraham Accords”

July 20, 2022

By Claire Boyle

By: Dr. Basel Yanes / Arab America Guest Contributing Writer This rebuttal submission is a written response to Dr. Bishara Bahbah’s article entitled: “President Joe Biden Should Invite Palestinians to Join the Abraham Accords” from last week’s E-News and is submitted by Dr. Basel Yanes. Opinions expressed within the content are solely the author’s and … Continued

Star Wars Filming Locations in Tunisia

July 13, 2022

By Mariem Hamdi

By: Mariem Hamdi / Arab America Contributing Writer Frequented by the camera crew of Lucasfilms, Southern Tunisia is one of the most prolific Star Wars locations. If you are a fan of Star Wars movies, you should know that four of them were partially filmed in Tunisia. From Matmata where “Luke Skywalker” grew up to … Continued

Two Journeys into the Afterlife: Dante Alighieri and Abu Ala al-Ma’ari

July 13, 2022

By Malorie Lewis

By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Writer The concept of an afterlife, Heaven and Hell, is an idea that humanity has eternally dwelled over. At the center of many famous works of art and compositions is the great beyond. Over the history of mankind, many theologians have attempted to define the afterlife; from the … Continued

The New Levant: World’s Earliest Civilizations of Iraq, Egypt, and Jordan to Create an Economic Union

July 6, 2022

By Mohammed Abduljabbar

By: Mohammed Abduljabbar / Arab America Contributing Writer Quick Synopsis The idea of an Arab union is not new. Since the beginning of the 20th century, many Arab states have pursued a union with their Arab neighbors. However, some of these unions never saw the light, some dissolved very quickly, and some are simply ineffective. … Continued

Mohamed Bzeek: The Libyan American Guardian Angel

June 29, 2022

By Malorie Lewis

In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month and Father’s day, here is a heartwarming tale about an Arab American immigrant who is truly a saint. Mohamed Bzeek, a 66-year-old Libyan American, has been a foster parent for nearly two decades. However, Mohamed is no ordinary foster parent; he only cares for children with terminal illnesses.

A Top 8 of Egypt’s Best Horror Films

June 29, 2022

By Jordan AbuAljazer

By: Jordan AbuAljazer / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab cinema has long been a cultural media that has gone unrecognized by the outside world. This has not done Arab horror any favors, since horror is already a genre that struggles for the approval of Hollywood producers, who present their movies worldwide. Despite all that, Egypt … Continued

Moon Knight and the Importance of Representation

June 22, 2022

By Malorie Lewis

By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America contributing writer WARNING: Possible spoilers ahead! “Enti superhero masriya?” (Are you an Egyptian Superhero?) a young girl asked, after being saved by the lead female role, Layla el Fouly, in the newest marvel series Moon Knight. This line immediately gave me chills! I recognized the important role of this … Continued

Biden goes Beyond Trump’s Commitment in Defending some Saudi and Gulf Countries

June 22, 2022

By John Mason

Disturbingly, President Biden is following ex-president Trump’s path. First, he is overlooking MBS’ part in the brutal murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi. Second, he intends to commit American soldiers’ lives to defend Gulf dictatorships. Contributing writer, John Mason, reports on these gross inconsistencies in U.S. policy towards Saudi Arabia and the Region.

Adeni Chai Recipe: A Yemeni Classic

June 15, 2022

By Menal Elmaliki

Aden is located on the south of Yemen; it is a major port known for its natural harbor, trade routes as well as its tea. Adeni Tea or Adeni chai is a staple in Yemeni cuisine and is made for breakfast or after dinner for guests and is served with Yemeni desserts. Spice up your plain black tea with this simple recipe. Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmaliki, shares a secret family recipe that has been passed down generations. Adeni chai is fragrant and delicious, it is made with just a few base ingredients, black loose tea, evaporated milk, cardamon, cloves, sugar, and cinnamon.

10 Arab TED Talks You Must See

June 15, 2022

By Riley Bryant

By: Riley Bryant / Arab America Contributing Writer One pops up on your YouTube explore page and every so often, one makes the news. If you went to school in the US, I can guarantee you had to watch one in class. Maybe a Facebook friend reposted one they felt had a powerful message. Regardless, … Continued

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