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Iraqi American businessman Andy Shallal runs for Mayor of Washington D.C.

Posted on January 13, 2014May 1, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Iraqi American businessman Andy Shallal runs for Mayor of Washington D.C.
Iraqi American businessman Andy Shallal runs for Mayor of Washington D.C.

Iraqi American businessman Andy Shallal runs for Mayor of Washington D.C. By Ray Hanania Andy Anas Shallal, a successful Washington D.C. business and family man is running for the office of Mayor of the City of Washington D.C., an unprecedented event that could put an American of Arab heritage in the heartbeat of the nation’s…

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American Arabs, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

Arabs of Chicagoland: WBEZ Radio Interview & Video Photo Array

Posted on January 11, 2014August 20, 2019 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Arabs of Chicagoland: WBEZ Radio Interview & Video Photo Array
Arabs of Chicagoland: WBEZ Radio Interview & Video Photo Array

Arabs of Chicagoland: WBEZ Radio Interview & Video Photo Array Ray Hanania, the author of “Arabs of Chicagoland” (Arcadia Publishing) is interviewed by WBEZ host Steve Edwards (Nov. 2005) discussing his new book and the history of Arab American settlement in Chicagoland beginning in the 1860s. Palestinians. Jordanians. Lebanese. Egyptians. Syrians. Iraqis. History. Ethnicity. (Audio…

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Eyes of the Beholder: The Orland Park, Il., Mosque Controversy Part 1

Posted on January 10, 2014January 25, 2014 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Eyes of the Beholder: The Orland Park, Il., Mosque Controversy Part 1

Eyes of the Beholder: The Orland Park Mosque Controversy Prt 1 A News-Documentary on the community opposition and the expressions of anger and even sometimes hatred against a proposal by Muslims to build a mosque in Orland Park, a suburb of Chicago in Illinois. Featured are clips from the public statements made by several foes…

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Eyes of the Beholder: The Orland Park, Il., Mosque Controversy Part 2

Posted on January 10, 2014January 25, 2014 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Eyes of the Beholder: The Orland Park, Il., Mosque Controversy Part 2

Eyes of the Beholder: The Orland Park Mosque Controversy Part 2 A News-Documentary on the community opposition and the expressions of anger and even sometimes hatred against a proposal by Muslims to build a mosque in Orland Park, a suburb of Chicago in Illinois. Featured are clips from the public statements made by several foes…

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England, Ch 4 Profile of Ray Hanania’s Standup Comedy in Israel

Posted on January 10, 2014September 20, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on England, Ch 4 Profile of Ray Hanania’s Standup Comedy in Israel

Channel 4 in the UK profile of standup comedian Ray Hanania and the Israeli-Palestinian Comedy Tour by reporter Matthew Kalman. February 2007 end

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Ray Hanania Standup Comedy 2008

Posted on January 10, 2014January 25, 2014 By rayhanania No Comments on Ray Hanania Standup Comedy 2008

Ray Hanania performs comedy at B’nai Yehuda Beth Shalom Synagogue in Homewood, Illinois in 2008. Standup comedian and journalist Ray Hanania performs standup comedy for a suburban Chicago synagogue, B’nai Yehuda Beth Shalom in 2008. end

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Recipe for Hummus Cakes, using Wild Garden Hummus

Posted on January 10, 2014September 20, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Recipe for Hummus Cakes, using Wild Garden Hummus
Recipe for Hummus Cakes, using Wild Garden Hummus

Recipe for Hummus Cakes, using Wild Garden Hummus Here is a video for a great recipe for “Hummus Cakes” using Wild Garden Hummus, which is the best hummus because it is shelf stable and doesn’t need to be refrigerated, which means it doesn’t need all those preservatives to keep it fresh and healthy. Wild Garden…

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Arab-American runs for Virginia 11th District House of Delegates

Posted on January 5, 2014September 20, 2018 By rayhanania 2 Comments on Arab-American runs for Virginia 11th District House of Delegates

Arab-American runs for Virginia 11th District House of Delegates By Nijma Darwish Third time’s a charm for Salam, “Sam” Rasoul, becoming the Democratic nominee for the Virginia 11th District House of Delegates. The small business consultant from Roanoke, Virginia ran an unsuccessful bid for congress against Rep. Bob Goodlatte (R-VA, 6th Dist) in 2008, and he challenged…

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Obituary: Nakleh Nick Khoury 1921-2013

Posted on December 30, 2013June 1, 2024 By rayhanania No Comments on Obituary: Nakleh Nick Khoury 1921-2013
Obituary: Nakleh Nick Khoury 1921-2013

Obituary: Nakleh Nick Khoury By Ray Hanania Nakleh “Nick” Khoury was born in Jifna, Palestine, a village located north of Jerusalem, in 1921. Like many birth dates recorded in early 20th Century Middle East, the exact years are uncertain. “My passport says it was 1921,” Khoury says with a smile. Nick passed away at his…

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American Arabs, Business, Christian & Muslim, Culture, Features, Obits

Tahini diced salad, great for the Holidays

Posted on December 27, 2013August 20, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Tahini diced salad, great for the Holidays
Tahini diced salad, great for the Holidays

Tahini diced salad, great for the Holidays By Ray Hanania One of my favorite side dishes that is easy to make and great tasting is Tahini Diced salad. Tahini is a sesame seed paste that is popular in Mediterranean and Middle East recipes. It’s used as a tasty sauce. The Tahini Diced Salad consists of…

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“Julie Taboulie” is really cooking on TV

Posted on December 19, 2013September 20, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on “Julie Taboulie” is really cooking on TV
“Julie Taboulie” is really cooking on TV

“Julie Taboulie” is really cooking on TV By Ray Hanania Julie Taboulie is a Lebanese American chef and television talk show host who made her name by fine tuning the art of Middle Eastern cooking. Today, “Taboulie,” whose real name is Julie Ann Sageer, is from Central New York of Lebanese American heritage. Her online…

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American Arabs, Features, Food

Video Recipe: How to make Tabouleh Salad

Posted on December 7, 2013August 20, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Video Recipe: How to make Tabouleh Salad
Video Recipe: How to make Tabouleh Salad

Video Recipe: How to make Tabouleh Salad Tabouleh salad is not only a great side dish but it often is a main dish served and favored by vegetarians. But without a doubt, Tabouleh salad is healthy and good for your health. It’s great tasting and worthy of every health-conscious cook, and family dinner. Author and…

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American Arabs, Features, Food, Health, Middle East, recipe, Video

Profile Nafeh AbuNab: His book is called “Nothing” but his life has been about everything

Posted on December 2, 2013September 20, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Profile Nafeh AbuNab: His book is called “Nothing” but his life has been about everything
Profile Nafeh AbuNab: His book is called “Nothing” but his life has been about everything

Nafeh AbuNab: His book is called “Nothing” but his life has been about everything By Ray Hanania No one has been documenting the life and times of the Arab community of Detroit better than Nafeh AbuNab, a Palestinian from Ramallah, whose life has taken him through so many twists and turns, you’d think he was 50…

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American Arabs, Features, Palestine & Jordan, Spotlight

Tlaib candidacy in Michigan offers insight into community challenges

Posted on November 5, 2013January 9, 2019 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Tlaib candidacy in Michigan offers insight into community challenges

Tlaib candidacy in Michigan offers insight into community challenges Saudi Gazette Newspaper, November 03, 2013 By Ray Hanania Rashida Tlaib was the first Palestinian Muslim woman to be elected to the Michigan State House in 2008 in a district outside of Detroit. It was a monumental achievement considering she is now only one of two Muslim…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

Profile: Hanania argues American Arabs need more networking and greater involvement in local society

Posted on October 13, 2013August 20, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Profile: Hanania argues American Arabs need more networking and greater involvement in local society
Profile: Hanania argues American Arabs need more networking and greater involvement in local society

Profile: Hanania argues American Arabs need more networking and greater involvement in local society By Thabet al-Arabi Special to The Arab Daily News Ray Hanania is a name that resonates across the American Arab community. He was one of the first in the community to jump in the deep waters of professional journalism and communications,…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Features, News Media, Spotlight

Chicago American Arab Community Honors Ziyad Brothers Importing Nov. 21

Posted on November 24, 2011December 7, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Chicago American Arab Community Honors Ziyad Brothers Importing Nov. 21
Chicago American Arab Community Honors Ziyad Brothers Importing Nov. 21

Chicago American Arab Community Honors Ziyad Brothers Importing Nov. 21 Ziyad Brothers Importing will receive the 2011 Community Service of the Year Award at a dinner banquet recognizing their many years of supporting organizations and community groups and for the positive impact their business has had in portraying Arabs and Muslims in America. The award…

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American Arabs, Business, Culture, Features, Food, Middle East, News, Palestine & Jordan

Arab Journalists hold conference in Dearborn, 2011

Posted on March 19, 2011August 5, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Journalists hold conference in Dearborn, 2011
Arab Journalists hold conference in Dearborn, 2011

Arab Journalists hold conference in Dearborn, 2011 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                  Ray Hanania MARCH 19, 2011                                                                             [email protected] Laila alhusinni [email protected] American Arab Journalists to explore Middle East protests and other issues at annual conference in Dearborn Michigan April 30, 2011 Chicago/Detroit – Speakers at this year’s annual convention hosted by the National American Arab Journalists…

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Activism, American Arabs, Journalism, News Media, Press Releases

Arab Journalists denounce Wayne State University for cancelling Helen Thomas Award

Posted on December 4, 2010August 5, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Journalists denounce Wayne State University for cancelling Helen Thomas Award
Arab Journalists denounce Wayne State University for cancelling Helen Thomas Award

Arab Journalists denounce Wayne State University for cancelling Helen Thomas Award PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ray Hanania SATURDAY DEC. 4, 2010 [email protected] American Arab Journalists denounce Wayne State University’s cancellation of Helen Thomas Award as a move to undermine Free Speech Chicago, Il – The National Arab American Journalists Association Saturday denounced the decision…

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Activism, American Arabs, Journalism, News Media, Press Releases

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