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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

In Pakistan, female boxers break down gender barriers to step into the ring

Female boxers in Pakistan are challenging societal norms and gender barriers as they enter the sport of boxing.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The rebellion of Iranian women: 'The hijab reduces women to sexual objects, it's the symbol of an ideology that kills, terrifies, and controls'

Iranian women are leading a cultural revolution against the oppressive regime, challenging societal norms symbolized by the hijab.

Feb 22 โ€ข 23:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Muslims have begun Ramadan. Should strict rules also apply to foreign tourists?

The article discusses the enforcement of Ramadan observances and their implications for tourists in various countries, particularly focusing on those with strict laws against eating during the fasting period.

Feb 22 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

56 half-naked students: - What is happening?

A group of 56 students in Norway has stirred curiosity and questions regarding their half-naked appearance in a recent event.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Strict Rules for Fasting During Ramadan in Kuwait

Kuwait has enacted strict regulations regarding eating and drinking in public during Ramadan, threatening imprisonment for violations.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Body unhappiness is 'inherited': how to avoid it

The article discusses the cultural obsession with body image in Argentina and how it affects health decisions, particularly among young women.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Silent Accomplices

The article discusses the pivotal role of speaking out against violence towards women and its societal implications.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The city in India where honking is a 'sin', learn about this 'silent' traffic

Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, is known as India's 'Silent City' due to its unique culture where honking is deemed unnecessary and people prefer a quiet lifestyle even amidst traffic.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understand how Carnival went from European tradition to Brazilian popular festival

The article discusses the evolution of Brazil's Carnival from its European roots to its current status as a vibrant popular festival influenced by various cultural traditions.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Why We Cannot Do Without Unwritten Rules

The article discusses the unwritten social norms within public transportation in Sweden and their significance in maintaining order and respect among passengers.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

A gallery of characters who crossed the line: from a niece of Oscar Wilde to Alaska

The article discusses a collection of unconventional personalities highlighted by journalist Luis de Leรณn Barga, illustrating how their deviation from societal norms has influenced the evolution of thought and sexual freedoms.

Feb 16 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Opening of the Berlin Film Festival and an Arab Cry in the Panorama

The 76th Berlin International Film Festival opened with a vibrant ceremony led by new director Tricia Tuttle, breaking from traditional norms and emphasizing the festival's commitment to global storytelling.

Feb 13 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Psychopolitics: An Introspection into the Unconscious of Power

The article discusses how political power is shaped by cultural symbols and the collective unconscious of a society, influencing desires and social norms without coercion.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Children's development depends on culture

A recent study shows that children's cooperation skills are significantly influenced by their surrounding cultural norms.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A Major Blunder by the Swedes in the Sauna - 'That Was the Last Time'

Swedish skier Gustaf Berglund expresses his shock over the sauna habits of his Swedish teammates and Norwegian skiers, particularly their decision to wear shorts or boxer shorts instead of traditional sauna attire.

Feb 7 โ€ข 21:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

You cannot beat women, culture doesnโ€™t justify abuse โ€” Emir of Kano

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, strongly denounced violence against women and child marriage, asserting that cultural norms cannot justify abuse and that all Nigerians deserve legal protection.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Brits claim very awkward relationship milestone is 'more important than meeting parents'

A survey reveals that nearly 20% of Brits consider the milestone of being comfortable enough to fart in front of a partner as more significant than traditional relationship milestones like meeting parents.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Why Don't We Smile in Passport Photos?

The article explores the reasons behind the prohibition of smiling in passport photos, attributing it to a long history of technical, cultural, and administrative considerations rather than modern AI techniques.

Jan 14 โ€ข 02:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
Life & Tech

Etiquette expert reveals which country has the best manners in the world - the answer will surprise you

An etiquette expert discusses how perceptions of manners vary across cultures, highlighting contrasting practices between the USA and Japan regarding tipping.

Jan 10 โ€ข 14:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Life & Tech

The movies with which Brigitte Bardot conquered and seduced everyone

Brigitte Bardot, an icon of French culture and cinema, embodied female emancipation and challenged social norms during the golden age of film as a prominent sex symbol of the 20th century.

Dec 28 โ€ข 11:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Brigitte Bardot, a phenomenon that shook France during the de Gaulle years

Brigitte Bardot emerged as a major cultural icon in the late 1950s, challenging societal norms and captivating the public with her performances and beauty.

Dec 28 โ€ข 11:02 UTC

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