By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to explore costumes that respectfully represent Arab cultural heritage. Fortunately, the gaming industry increasingly strives to depict Arabs with greater depth. The representation of Arab characters in video games has evolved from stereotypes to more thoughtful portrayals. This article explores … Continued
By Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer The tragic events of September 11, 2001, led to a rise in Islamophobia and anti-Arab racism in the U.S. However, it is important to recognize that these attacks were not the beginning but rather one of several turning points in the history of discrimination against Arabs and … Continued
(Photo Credit: comicvine.gamespot.com) By Kimothy Wong / Arab America Contributing Writer The characters in comic books frequently borrow from mythology. You’d be astonished to learn how many superheroes, including Hawkman from DC and Apocalypse from Marvel, were influenced by Egyptian mythology and culture. 1. Hawkman (Photo Credit: injustice.fandom.com) Several DC Comics heroes go by the … Continued
By: Pamela Dimitrova / Arab America Contributing Writer Every child has heard of Superman, Batman, and Captain America, but how many of them can name an Arab superhero? For the past few years, publishers, both regional and international, introduce mighty superheroes to inspire all generations of Arab kids. Here are 6 superheroes you should totally … Continued
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