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Breaking News: Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire

By: Ghasssan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer A ceasefire deal has been reached to end 15 months of fighting in Gaza. Hamas and Israeli officials announced the deal just moments ago, according to news sources. What lessons emerge for Palestinians, Israelis, and their supporters in Washington? The proposed agreement, building on previous drafts, outlines … Continued

Timeless Elegance: Beauty Secrets of Iraqi Women

By Zahraa Alrafish / Arab America Contributing Writer For centuries, Iraqi women have preserved their beauty through a blend of home recipes, natural ingredients, and cultural traditions. One of the most cherished aspects of this heritage is hair care. Iraqi women are often admired for their long, thick, and lustrous hair, which they maintain with … Continued

California Fires: Is It Time to Rethink Wood for Concrete?

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Fires sweeping through the Los Angeles area have claimed at least 24 lives, displaced thousands, and destroyed more than 12,000 structures. Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, and Hurst fires have burned around 62 square miles, with conditions expected to worsen before … Continued

Revolution Anthems: The Rise of Tunisian Rappers from the Arab Spring

By: Jack Moran / Arab America Contributing Writer Following the Arab Spring Protests of 2010 and 2011, Tunisian rap and hip-hop music became increasingly popular within the Middle East. This was due primarily to a young rapper, El Général, an artist from northern Tunisia, and the success of his most popular song Ṛayīs li-Blād (Head … Continued

Navigating Lebanon’s Political Landscape: President Aoun’s Challenge

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer After a two-year delay, the election of a president for the Lebanese Republic last week represents a modest but genuine step forward. The new president, Joseph Aoun (no relation to the previous president), has received congratulations from around the globe. While not necessarily a transformational figure, Aoun … Continued

The Andalusian Legacy: Traces of Arab Culture in Spain

Iberian Peninsula. Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Spain’s rich and lively past is closely linked to the influence of Arab-Muslim civilization. From 711 to 1492, Al-Andalus, a Muslim-ruled province on the Iberian Peninsula, served as a cultural, scientific, and intellectual bridge between the Islamic world and medieval Europe. … Continued

Palestinian Film, “Ground Zero” Leads Arab Submissions to the Academy Awards 

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer In recent weeks, the Academy Awards revealed their shortlist of films, sparking significant excitement across the Arab world, especially with the inclusion of the Gaza-directed documentary From Ground Zero. This powerful documentary captures the stories of 22 Gazans whose lives were profoundly transformed after October 8, 2023. These … Continued

Notable Players and Memorable Moments of Syrian Football

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Known as the “Qasioun Eagles,” the Syrian national football team has a rich legacy distinguished by prominent players and spectacular games that have permanently changed its supporters. Syrian football has brought pride and optimism to its country over the years despite political and financial obstacles by means … Continued

A New President for Lebanon: Critical Crossroads

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon stands at a pivotal moment. Its parliament convenes for possible presidential elections on January 9, following a destabilizing two-year vacancy. The timing appears suitable, as exhausted political factions face tremendous pressure to act, and power dynamics have changed. Israel’s presence in South Lebanon, Hezbollah’s diminished influence following … Continued

Moroccan Pirates and the Barbary Coast: A History of Maritime Intrigue

Bonne Map of the Mediterranean and the Maghreb or Barbary Coast. Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer The Barbary Coast, that extends over the North African coastlines of modern-day Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya, is infamous for being a piracy hotspot from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Rania … Continued

Netanyahu’s Christmas Message and Its Dangerous Rhetoric

By: Jamileh Mogin / Arab America Contributing Writer On December 24, Mr. Netanyahu expressed gratitude to Christians in Israel and abroad for their “steadfast support” during the ongoing war. This statement reflects the shrewdness of Mr. Netanyahu and his administration, as it implicitly and falsely implies that Christians universally support Israel’s actions in Palestine. The … Continued

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