Some random pop culture links while I’m clearing out browser tabs.
Firstly, I’m really wondering how this comic book crossover is going to work. ‘Truth, justice and the American way’ and American superhero icons meet THE 99, a comic book which aims to provide Muslim and Arab youth with culturally-relevant heroes whose superhero strengths, actions and virtues personify each of the 99 qualities that Muslims believe are the attributes of God.
More details at:
- Superman and Batman to join forces with Islamic superheroes – Telegraph
- DC Comics’ superheroes join forces with characters inspired by Allah | World news | The Guardian
- DC Universe: The Source » Blog Archive » THE JUSTICE LEAGUE AND THE 99 TO JOIN FORCES IN UPCOMING MINI-SERIES
Secondly, an interesting short article on vampyr lifestyle – see Fangs for the memories – Religion and beliefs – NZ Herald News
Thirdly, Evangelicals In the Star Trek Universe | internetmonk.com (HT to James at Exploring Our Matrix.
And lastly, My iPhone’s bigger than yours – cartoonist Michael Leunig’s take on technology.
