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I was lucky enough to live for 14 years in what I call the most diverse food scene in the US, Los Angeles, California. With a primarily immigrant population, it is not the fast-food places or main chain restaurants that drive the food industry, but the small mom-and-pop food trucks, the ethnic grocery stores, and the stories of many immigrants who come to share a piece of their culture.
Feb 24,2024 | Good FoodSeason 2 of the gripping Netflix Jordanian series "AlRawabi School for Girls" returns, diving deeper into the complex lives of adolescent girls navigating the treacherous waters of high school, social media, and self-discovery.
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In the besieged town of Khan Yunis, Dr. Amira Al-Assouli, at Al-Nasser Medical Complex, demonstrated unparalleled courage amidst continuous gunfire from the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF). In a moment captured on video, she selflessly abandoned her coat and safety to assist a wounded casualty struck by a bullet outside the hospital. Despite bullets whizzing overhead, Dr. Amira's unwavering commitment to her patient shone through, serving as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of conflict and occupation. Her courageous sacrifice amid chaos stands as a strong reminder of the unwavering dedication of healthcare workers during the occupation, even in the most challenging circumstances.
Mar 13,2024| OpinionIn October 2022, Amos Hochstein, whose official title is deputy assistant to the president, senior energy and investment advisor, and US special presidential coordinator for global infrastructure and energy security, brokered a historic maritime boundary agreement between Lebanon and Israel. Negotiations took months and were almost derailed many times. Still, Amos, a dual US-Israeli citizen, managed to seal the deal, which many thought was impossible to achieve.
Mar 12,2024| OpinionEmbark on a thrilling global adventure with Park Hyeon Min (53) and his Korean wife Shin Hwa Seon (56), a dynamic couple on a mission to explore the world's hidden gems. Being called the world’s first Muslim travel duo, they document all of their adventures via their YouTube page World Tour Balela.
Dec 09,2023 | Around JordanZeid Odeh (hospitality professional) – In terms of any food festival that is usually held at convention centers, it is assumed that they are mainly targeting businesses, but little does one know that it can be of great value to consumers and could result in expanding one's horizon and knowledge over the tasty staples that are being produced from the soil of Jordan and showcase the people behind it. We began the tour with welcoming words from Dr. Nizar Haddad, Director General of the National Agricultural Research Center (NARC), and Mr. Nabil Assaf, Jordan representative of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), who shared the vision behind the festival and the space and support they give to olive farmers, olive oil producers, small rural businesses, and start-ups to showcase their products.
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