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Saudi Coffee: A New Chapter in the History of Arab Coffee
By: Raisa Sami / Arab America Contributing Writer Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce has announced that Arabic coffee will be officially rebranded as Saudi coffee in restaurants, cafes, stores, and roasters. This move is part of a Culture Ministry initiative to name 2022 as the “Year of Saudi Coffee” to strengthen the country’s identity and … Continued
Saudi Arabia To Launch Dream Of The Desert, The Middle East’s First Luxury Train
By: Masha Lukovenko / Arab America Contributing Writer A brand-new luxury train is in the works, aiming to join the pantheon of iconic and legendary rail journeys and classic trains like the Royal Scotsman, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, and Africa’s Rovos Rail. Dream of the Desert is the name of the tour, which promises to be … Continued
Pathbreakers of Arab America: Ayman Mohyeldin
This is the fifteenth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, and politics, among other areas. Arab America contributing writer, John Mason, highlights our fifteenth pathbreaker, Ayman Mohyeldin, born in Egypt of an Egyptian father and Palestinian mother, who moved to the States when Ayman was five years old. He has made a truly remarkable impact on broadcast journalism in reporting on the 2011 ‘Arab Spring’ events in Cairo and across the Arab World and presently he continues his broadcast career with his own show on cable MSNBC TV. Ayman has prominently made clear his support of the Palestinian people.
How Technology is Improving Mental Health in Saudi Arabia
Mental health has been front and center especially after the pandemic making it hard for many leaders to deny. Saudi Arabia has faced a wide range of advancements in recent years one being the use of technology to address mental health. Apps such as Tuhoon and Houna have been developed to provide easy access to mental health services. With over half of the country having access to technology it makes it a plausible solution for the country. Join Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmaliki, as she describes the innovation of mental health technology in Saudi Arabia.
6 Arab-Owned Swimwear Brands To Support This Summer
By: Salma Heram / Arab America Contributing Writer Struggling to find the perfect swimsuit for your summer adventures? No matter your style or lifestyle choices, Arab designers have you covered. Check out these six Arab-owned swimwear brands based all over the Arab world and diaspora, and start planning your beach getaway in style! Léa the … Continued
What is ‘The Line’ and What is ‘NEOM’? Exploring Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Plan
By: Drew Jackson / Arab America Contributing Writer Saudi Arabia’s royal family, helmed by King Salman and, more dominantly, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), is possibly the wealthiest royal family on the planet, with an estimated net worth of 1.4 Trillion USD in 2020. This wealth is spread out among the nearly 15,000 members … Continued
List of Hijab Styles by Region
By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer The hijab, a religious headscarf, is worn by Muslim women to cover their hair and neck. It is an expression of their faith and personal relationship with God and it symbolizes modesty and privacy in Islam. Ultimately, it is the woman’s choice on whether she prefers to … Continued
The Future of Economic Exchange – Cryptocurrency in the Arab World
By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab World is breaking records regarding cryptocurrency. Some countries are opening their economic sphere to further develop the digital means of exchange, while others are not so ready to switch over. Currently, creating a space for cryptocurrency to be successful is not highly prioritized by Arab … Continued
Tafheet: Saudi Arabia’s Drifting Culture
By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America Contributing Writer Drifting, or “Tafheet,” is a common cultural phenomenon among Saudi youth. Since the 1970s, young men press against social and political conformity in their lives by taking to the streets. This is similar to what American drag racers did in the American 1950s. The birthplace of this … Continued
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