In the Past, the Essence of Traveling Was Slowness. What Is It Like Today?
The article reflects on the changing nature of travel, contrasting today's rapid, commercialized experience with the slow, exploratory journeys of the past.
Why is Valentine's Day in June in Brazil and in February in the rest of the world?
Brazil celebrates Valentine's Day on June 12th, while many countries observe it on February 14th, highlighting a unique cultural and commercial tradition.
"What is the 210,000 won for New Year's greetings?"… 'Proxy Filial Piety' products in China receive backlash and are halted
A Chinese company faced backlash for introducing a 'proxy filial piety' service for the Lunar New Year, leading to the cessation of its high-priced traditional offerings after public criticism.
‘Parabolic Child’: a clever, unyielding and imaginative book about the current landscape of artistic production in Spain
Constantino Molina's 'Parabolic Child' presents a manifesto against the idealization of purity and cultural commercialization amidst a landscape of discontent and subjective crisis.
The Poles Mourn Their Animals. Monetization of Emotions, ChatGPT, and the ‘Closeness’ Package
The article discusses the cultural and emotional resonance of mourning pets in Poland, highlighting the impact of the 'Rainbow Bridge' concept and the commercialization of grief surrounding animal loss.