Singlish, a unique blend of Singapore's official languages and dialects, is shifting from being seen as an economic detriment to a cherished marker of national identity. A software engineer shares how she navigates using Singlish for social connection and standard English for professional settings.
A fan experiences the reality of the Korean division before attending a BTS concert. The article explores BTS's return after military service, their struggle with national identity, and the creation of their song "ARIRANG," culminating in a powerful concert experience.
Iran's new propaganda shifts from religious themes to Persian national and historical symbols, targeting a broader audience and even featuring women without hijabs on state TV. Analysts suggest this is an attempt to mobilize the population by appealing to national identity, as the old ideology has lost its grip, though its success among a "deeply disappointed" populace remains uncertain.
France has overtaken wine consumption with beer for the first time, with 10m litres more beer consumed last year. Younger generations are drinking less overall but choosing beer over wine due to its informality and lower alcohol content.
New monuments in a prominent Korean square, symbolizing the start of the Korean War, face criticism for promoting militarism and disrupting a historically public space used for gatherings and protests.
Gwynedd councillor Einir Wiliams criticizes Ordnance Survey for replacing traditional Welsh place names with English ones, arguing it undermines Welsh language and national identity.
