by Bernardo Rech
Brazil is the country of football. We all know the likes of football clubs like Flamengo, Vasco da Gama, Santos, and Corinthians. The rivalry between Flamengo and Fluminense, two of the biggest clubs in Rio de Janeiro, is well-known worldwide for the battles fought in the Maracanã stadium. Located more to the south, specifically in the city of Porto Alegre, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, the fiercest club football rivalry in the world can be found: the Grenal. Involved in this dispute are Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense (most commonly known as Grêmio), and Sport Club Internacional (most commonly known as Internacional, or Inter). What, then, makes this rivalry the fiercest in the world?
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By Theofanie
The complexity of the concept of “face” in various Asian cultures has become increasingly evident. In contrast to the conventional understanding, “face” holds a unique significance in Chinese culture, known as 面子 (mien-tzu) and 臉 (lien). While these terms may appear similar, their focus is entirely different. Mien-tzu predominantly revolves around an individual’s reputation, whereas lien focuses more on an individual’s self-assurance and moral character. This surprising fact helps us better understand the complexity and depth of this culturally significant concept in Asian societies. In Asian cultures, the concept of “saving face” carries significant importance. Essentially, it involves maintaining one’s dignity and reputation, preventing any form of embarrassment, and upholding the respect of others. This emphasis on preserving face is deeply rooted in the cultural value of respecting individuals, making Asians extremely aware of the potential consequences of their actions on others’ dignity and the possibility of causing embarrassment. Additionally, the social dynamics within Asian culture place considerable pressure on individuals to consider external expectations, where the opinions of others hold great significance. As a result, many Asians feel compelled to protect their dignity and prevent embarrassment to maintain their social standing within their peer group and society as a whole. by Angie
In recent years, especially since the pandemic, there has been a growing awareness about various topics through social media. However, this newfound way of activism has also given rise to a phenomenon that many are now calling “performative activism.” by Peng-Yu Chen
Tainan, a city in southern Taiwan, is famous for its delicious and diverse street food. One peculiar thing is that people have been saying that the food in Tainan is much sweeter than anywhere else. A lot of jokes featuring its sweetness have gone viral, for example, that you will get cotton candy if you carry a bamboo stick around Tainan, or that Tainan is so sweet that the air tastes sweet. Moreover, people have the stereotype that all Tainan people have a sweet tooth and that even chain store tea shops use more sugar there. As a Tainan citizen, I did not realize these things until I moved to Taipei when I was 18. I always felt like the food in Taipei lacked flavor, so what had happened in Tainan to make it sweeter? |
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