Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Heritage Uncovered
For hundreds of years, popular perceptions of Arab culture have been dominated by Islam. But recent excavations in […]
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Photographs Tell a History of Palestinian Refugees
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNWRA) unearthed an archive of haunting photos documenting the Palestinian refugee
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Ottoman History with Resources
TEACHING OTTOMAN HISTORY: A PRIMER (with updates and adaptations) Harvard University Center for Middle Eastern Studies, The Outreach
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Lebanon’s Forgotten Space Program
How often do children dream of becoming astronauts when they grow up? There is a universal fascination with
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History Resource List
History Resources for Educators Classroom Resources General Middle Eastern History Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Islamic History Specific Periods, People and
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Fatima al-Fihri
Fatima al-Fihri is a 9th century woman credited with founding Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest in the world.
Caravan Kingdoms
Caravan Kingdoms: Yemen and the Ancient Incense Trade This online exhibition provides an intriguing and informative look at
A Review of Relations Between Israel and Egypt
Egypt’s relationship with Israel is complex and has changed considerably over the years. Like all other Arab countries,
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A Closer Look: The Origins and Evolution of Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood
The Muslim Brotherhood (al-Ikhwayn al-Muslimun) is the oldest and most influential Islamist organization in Egypt, most recently in
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Yemeni Woman Wins 2011 Nobel Peace Prize
In 2011, three women shared that year’s Nobel Peace Prize “for their non-violent struggle for the safety of
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