this week

National Arab American Heritage Month aims to celebrate Arab American heritage and culture and pays tribute to the contributions of Arab Americans and Arabic-speaking Americans

Join us Sunday, April 14 starting at 1 PM and Wednesday, April 17 starting at 7 PM on MNN HD (Spectrum 1993)

Arab Culture: Overview of the Misunderstood is a special presentation where viewers get to meet Karim Nagi, an Egyptian artist specializing in traditional Arabic music. Widely recognized for his innovative approach to the culture, Karim is on a mission to educate people about the Arab world through his music and dance.

Arab Culture: Overview of the Misunderstood is a special program. For additional times please contact MNN’s Programming Department at program@mnn.org


The DNA of News  is a TV show that covers current affairs beyond the headlines. In this episode we hear from philologist  Patricia Gimenez-Eguibar as she unfolds a fascinating narrative of the early Arab presence in Spain. She discusses how they influenced  government, language, technology and culture.

Sunday 2 PM / Wednesday 8 PM

The DNA of News airs every Thursday at 7:30AM on MNN Community


TSC News hosted by Fred Richani features the latest news in sports, entertainment and gaming. This week Fred talks with Palestinian Tatreez artist Lina Barkawi. They discuss the inception of Lina’s Thobe, the intricate motifs behind this art form, the significance of cultural preservation, insights into mental health, activism, and much more. In addition, Fred takes a look back at his interview with Arab American Casting co-founder Hamzah Saman.

TSC News airs every Thursday at 9:30 AM on MNN Lifestyle 

Sunday 2:30 PM / Wednesday 8:30 PM