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Is Euphoria’s Ali the Muslim Representation We Need?
The second season of Euphoria came to an explosive end, leaving viewers with a mixed bag of emotions. While we were introduced to a variety of new characters this season, we also got to see the return of some of our favorites. Among them, we saw the return of Ali, Rue’s sponsor and mentor in rehab. Ali…
The Survivor’s Guilt of Muslim Immigrants In Diaspora
An image can trigger the survivor’s guilt; it also can be a video, a sound, or even a person. Just like the trauma is not a uniform experience, what triggers trauma is different for everyone as well. Survivor’s guilt is a psychological phenomenon that affects people who have survived a life-threatening event. A person who…
Meet Yusra Mardini: From Refugee to the Olympics
The 2021 Tokyo Olympics theme, the “Worlds We Share” could not be more fitting for this year’s athletes. After surviving a global pandemic, each athlete brings forth their stories, strength, and resilience. Yusra Mardini’s story highlights each of these components, and encompasses this year’s theme. “I tell my story because I want people to understand…
Hajj Now Has Women Guarding Mecca and Medina
In the past few years Saudi has gone through some significant changes under Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman’s plan to modernize the country. Some notable changes include: lifting the ban on women driving, women being able to travel without permission from guardians, and women having more control over family matters. Most of these reforms have…
Ready, Set, Paint! 10 Halal Nail Polish Ideas for Your Look Book
Hot Girl Summer is here, and it is time we treated ourselves to a fresh manicure! We scouted Instagram and selected some of our favorite looks so you’re not stuck with a basic French mani. Whether you prefer a softer, floral design or bold color, we’ve got you covered! The best part? All the designs below feature companies that produce halal, water permeable…
