Author Archives: Arab America

A judge on Monday ordered an investigation into the whereabouts of Casey Kasem after an attorney for the ailing radio personality’s wife said the former “Top 40” host had been removed from the country. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Daniel S. Murphy ordered a court investigator and adult protective services to find out where Kasem … Continued

Although intensive Middle East peace efforts by Secretary of State John F. Kerry have not produced an agreement, they have clarified the issues and still can produce significant dividends. His team of negotiators now is much more familiar with the complex disputes and obstacles to be overcome, as are the Israelis and Palestinians who have … Continued

Join virtuoso Latin, jazz, and classical percussionist Rolando Morales-Matos and Al-Bustan Takht Ensemble for an evening of music that exploring Arab & Latin rhythms. Master percussionist and teaching artist Hafez Kotain will lead this percussive conversation that crosses cultures and continents. As part of his residency, Mr. Morales-Matos will lead a workshop at Moffet Elementary … Continued

The problem isn’t Islam. It’s your movement to demonize Islam in the liberal left. Hey there, Bill. You hate religion. You particularly hate Islam. We get it. Your liberal bigotry against Muslims and Islam is no secret. For a while now I’ve just avoided watching your show, which kind of stinks because for many years … Continued

Arab America is pleased to announce that the “Ya Hal Arab: A Call to Unity” event with Arab Idol and Palestinian Super Star Mohammed Assaf and the incomparable Lebanese vocalist and Arab Idol finalist Ziad Khoury is Sold Out! The event will take place this afternoon Sunday, May 11, 2014, 5:00pm (doors will open at … Continued

At the end of April, the International Prize for Arabic Fiction (IPAF) turned seven years old. That’s when the prize named its eighth winner: the acclaimed Frankenstein in Baghdad, by Iraqi author Ahmed Saadawi. As is tradition, Saadawi’s win was announced on the eve of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, which ran from April … Continued

The Arab-American Civil Rights League (ACRL), in conjuction with civil rights law firm Ayad Law, PLLC, is filing a federal class action lawsuit against the Univerity of Michigan’s Board of Regents on behalf of a Dearborn man for wrongful denial of in-state tuition. The plaintiff in the lawsuit is an Arab U.S. citizen, who has … Continued

American singer Lady Gaga is reportedly set to play her first concert in the UAE on September 10, according to online speculation ahead of an official press conference due on Monday in Dubai. “Lady Gaga will bring artRAVE to Dubai on September 10th, 2014! Tickets go on sale May 15th. Official announcement released on May … Continued

Last week, two FBI agents entered the small business of a Palestinian American in Chicagoland and began asking him questions about community leader Hatem Abudayyeh (who is still under investigation as one of the Midwest 23 activists) and Rasmea Odeh, thecommunity icon facing trial this June. The United States Palestinian Community Network (USPCN) and the … Continued

With a loud hiccup and a hand over her mouth in coy embarrassment, Madame Tayoush mimics Lebanese diva Sabah in her performance of the sultry classic “Atshana” — or “I’m Thirsty” — as Arab-Americans hoot and cheer. The burst of a trumpet vibrato sends her into a dramatic swoon, basking under applause and the warmth … Continued

To President Joe Daniels and Director Alice Greenwald, and those on the Board of Directors it may concern, including Chairperson Michael Bloomberg, Carl Weisbrod, Jon Stewart, Robert De Niro, and others: The 9/11 Memorial’s intended mission includes the following wonderfully moving statement (emphasis added): “May the lives remembered, the deeds recognized, and the spirit reawakened … Continued

This week marks the seventh anniversary of Arab America, one of the leading providers of digital media in the Arab American community across the U.S. Arab America (test.arabamerica.com) was founded with the purpose of promoting an accurate image about the Arab American community and the Arab world through culture and education. With over three and … Continued