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Go topBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Remarkably, the Arabs remain committed to a regional peace plan with Israel, despite what is happening to Gaza. But Israel is fixated on ending Hamas. Peril and hope: The Israel-Palestine conflict is at a crossroads. Israel could continue to oppress Palestinians and face growing resistance with no end in … Continued
By: María Teresa Fidalgo-Azize/ Arab-America Contributing Writer In Gaza, some of us cannot completely die. Every time a bomb falls, every time a shrapnel hits our graves, every time the rubble piles on our heads, we are awakened by our temporary death. Mosab Abu Toha, Things You Might Find Hidden In my Ear: Poems from … Continued
According to a recent report compiled by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, more than half of the air-to-ground munitions Israel used in Gaza since the start of the war, October 7th, were “dumb bombs” or unguided bombs. The usage of the bomb posed a huge threat to an area like Gaza which is densely populated in the world. It is estimated that over 2 million people live on the territory. The U.S pressuring Israel to lessen its civilian death toll is contrary to their more recent weapons sale with Israel and has called many to question Biden’s administration even those of his own political party especially with the Palestinian death toll rising above 20,000 and those injured over 50,000. The usage of unguided bombs on a small and dense region has made the global population question Israel’s motivation, which is now seemingly malicious.
Shahid Logo Photo, MBC News By: Malak Hassouna / Contributing Writer During these cold winter months, nothing seems as good as curling up with a hot cup of tea to binge-watch some television. I do not know about you all, but as an Arab living in America, sometimes I do not want to think in … Continued
This is the thirty-first in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our thirty-first pathbreaker is Dean Obeidallah, a famed Palestinian American lawyer, comedian, and journalist. He was born in New Jersey to a Palestinian immigrant father and an Italian American mother. He is well known for his SiriusXM Progress “The Dean Obeidallah Show” and for frequent appearances on Cable TV. Dean is also known for his standup comedic performances in the U.S. and in the Arab World. Contributing writer, John Mason, writes of his passion in calling for peace in Palestine and how he vehemently rejects antisemitic and anti-Arab sentiments wherever they occur in the world.
This is the thirtieth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our thirtieth pathbreaker is Laura Nader, a famed Lebanese American anthropologist, and not quite incidentally, sister of a famed Lebanese American public interest advocate, Ralph Nader. As Arab America contributing writer John Mason, describes, not only did their father emigrate to the U.S. for political reasons, giving all of his children a strong sense of “the other,” but it was her younger brother, Ralph, who first recommended that Laura study anthropology at university. She has since become a champion of justice for oppressed peoples around the world.
By: Ziyan Qutub / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of global diplomacy, the role of media has become increasingly pronounced, shaping narratives, influencing perceptions, and impacting policy decisions. This article delves into the intricate dynamics of media influence on global diplomacy, with a specific focus on the pervasive negative bias in … Continued
By Masha Lukovenko / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction The Academy has unveiled its list of Oscar nominees and Four Daughters has secured a nomination for Best Documentary Feature Film. Kaouther Ben Hania has etched her name in history as the first Arab woman with two Oscar nominations. Her film, The Man Who Sold His … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer While most anyone that makes homemade hummus on a regular basis has tahini in their cupboard, many do not realize the versatility and nutritional value of this Arab household staple. By the spoon, tahini is a great source of phosphorus and manganese, both of which play important roles in … Continued
For Immediate Release Washington DC (Wednesday, January 17, 2024): The Arab America Foundation announced today the registration period is now open for 40 Under 40–Class of 2024. Applications are now being accepted through Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 12:00 Midnight ET. 40 Under 40 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans. The program spotlights … Continued
This is the twenty-eighth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. John Mason, contributing writer, reports on our twenty-eighth pathbreaker, Amaney Jamal. Born to a Palestinian family displaced by war, Dr. Jamal is the dean of the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, Edwards S. Sanford Professor of Politics, and Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Princeton University. Jamal is the former Director of the Mamdouha S. Bobst Center for Peace and Justice. She also directs the Workshop on Arab Political Development and the Bobst-American University of Beirut Collaborative Initiative.
By: Bishara A. Bahbah / Arab America Featured Columnist Media coverage of Israel’s war on Gaza has been severely hampered by Israel’s restrictions and manipulation of media outlets and, most blatantly, by the outright killing of journalists and media personnel working to cover Israel’s relentless attacks on Gaza. Israel’s primary pretext for attacking and killing Palestinian … Continued
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