By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer Al-Ma’arri, a relatively obscure Arab philosopher from the Golden Age of Islam, is perhaps best described as a pessimist. He held several beliefs that were controversial not only in his time but even today. First, while he believed in a God, he was critical of organized religions. … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., April 13, 2022) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce its speakers for the National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration Event on April 27, 2022, in Washington, D.C. Join us for an amazing event full of engaging speakers, authentic Arab food served as an Iftar dinner, and … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze/Arab America Contributing Writer Ahmed Rami, a famous Egyptian poet, fell in love with Umm Kulthum when he was a young child. This love created a one-sided love in the history of tragic love stories. Both important figures spent time together, from singing to watching the Nile River every week, to writing … Continued
By: Raneem Ghunaim/Arab America Contributing Writer Ahmad Shawqi an Egyptian poet born in 1868 in Cairo, Egypt and died on Oct 13, 1932, in Cairo, Egypt. He was a prolific poet with a fine command of rhyme and diction. His work was and still is greatly admired and read by many. His name held prestige … Continued
From feminism to love and loss, you’re sure to find a topic that’s close to your heart in this anthology. SOURCE: ABOUT HER BY: ROULA ALLAM If you’re an experienced literature enthusiast, you already know the power of heartfelt verses. However, If you’re more like other people who are looking into why poetry has become … Continued
Photo: Roger Waters BY: Diego Reyes, Contributing Writer Everyone knows the iconic band Pink Floyd, an English band formed in London with their progressive and psychedelic music who became one of the most influential rock groups in the history of popular music. Now, former Pink Floyd iconic lead singer, Roger Waters, most recently known for … Continued
photo: Robert Service BY: Habeeb Salloum/Contributing Writer The cold south Saskatchewan winter wind, like a razor-sharp knife stung my cheeks as I urged my old mare on. Through a blowing snowstorm, I was making my weekly round along a five-mile long trap-line. Yet, I felt content. What I earned from the skins … Continued
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