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The image of a giraffe in the peoples of Africa
Giraffe is not only the tallest animal on the planet but also a deep cultural symbol for many African peoples. Its image, born in savannas and legends, has firmly entered mythology, art, and the national identity of African countries. The giraffe embodies …
South Africa Online · 5 days ago 0 29
Paper Towel Day
Day of Paper Napkins: A Celebration of a Common Thing That Changed Our Everyday LifeAugust 1st. In the calendar, the height of summer, heat, holidays. But for millions of people around the world, this date means more than just a day in the calendar. It's t …
South Africa Online · 23 days ago 0 78
Mysterious blue eyes as a reason for jokes
Jokes about Blue-Eyed People: Why We Laugh at the Sky's Color Blue eyes. Poets dedicate poems to them, painters paint portraits, and fans of Spartak and Dynamo seem to have nothing to do with it. But there is another tradition — making fun of people with t …
South Africa Online · 36 days ago 0 75
Идеальное счастье
Образ счастливого человека в массовой культуре: иллюзия, которую мы покупаем Счастливый человек в массовой культуре — кто он? Вглядитесь в глянцевые обложки, в рекламные ролики, в лица героев голливудских комедий. Он всегда улыбается, у него безупречная пр …
South Africa Online · 37 days ago 0 50
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: A Narrative of the Absurd
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: Modern Contexts of the Mad World The tale that begins with a fall down a rabbit hole has not lost its relevance for a century and a half. Moreover, with each decade, it acquires new meanings, becoming a mirror in which we …
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South Africa Online · 50 days ago 0 68
Jeans as an archetype
Jeans: From Workwear to Symbol of Freedom Today, jeans are in every wardrobe. They are worn by presidents and students, rock stars and housewives, children and the elderly. They have ceased to be just clothing — they have become a language through which w …
South Africa Online · 59 days ago 0 101
Attractiveness of Russia for tourism
Russia is a country that many do not take seriously as a tourist destination. In the minds of foreigners, it is bears, balalaikas, vodka, and cold. But those who have decided to come often change their minds. Russia is vast. There are deserts, glaciers, an …
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South Africa Online · 72 days ago 0 121
Russia Day in the Context of World Culture
Day of Russia, which we celebrate on June 12, is not just a red date on the calendar. It's an opportunity to view our country as part of the global cultural landscape. Often left out is the question: what has Russia given the world besides ballet, vodka, a …
South Africa Online · 73 days ago 0 99
Who is a gringo and why are foreigners called that in Latin America?
“Gringo is not an insult. It’s a diagnosis: ‘not local.’ The sooner you accept that, the more peaceful your travels will be through Latin America.” Imagine: you arrive in Mexico City or Rio de Janeiro, walk down the street, start speaking English — and su …
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South Africa Online · 109 days ago 0 139
Why do Jews consider themselves the smartest?
Why Do Jews Consider Themselves the Smartest? Debunking the Myth and Reality This is one of the most enduring and controversial stereotypes. It is important to distinguish two things from the outset: self-perception within Jewish culture and the external …
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