Category : Search result: cultural identity


Yale expels student over fake identity admissions scam

An Ivy League student's elaborate deception unravels as Yale discovers he created a fictitious North Dakota persona to hide his Asian background, leading to his expulsion from the prestigious institution.

Searching for Pan-Africanism's Lost Spirit

A profound exploration into the enduring legacy of Pan-Africanism, tracing its revolutionary roots and examining its urgent relevance in today's global landscape of racial justice and decolonisation.

Labour's Digital ID Gender Choice Alarms MPs

Labour's proposed digital identity system faces backlash as MPs warn it could allow individuals to choose their gender without medical verification, raising concerns about privacy and security implications.

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation

Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.

Saira Khan: Flags can be 'intimidating'

Former Loose Women star Saira Khan makes surprising declaration about national flags being 'divisive' while supporting Gary Neville's stance in ongoing cultural discussion.

Lawrence Burney's raw portrait of Baltimore

Guardian US features writer Lawrence Burney delivers a powerful, intimate exploration of Baltimore's cultural identity, rejecting nostalgic yearning for honest storytelling that captures the city's complex reality.

Finnish youth snub mother tongue for English books

A new study reveals a dramatic generational shift in Finland, with young people increasingly snubbing Finnish literature for English-language books, raising concerns about cultural identity.

Schoolgirl barred for Union Jack dress speaks at protest

A 13-year-old British schoolgirl was barred from attending school for wearing a Union Jack dress. She later spoke at a Tommy Robinson-led protest, declaring 'You feel like being British doesn't count anymore.' The incident has ignited a fierce national de

Scottish Identity Surges as British Affiliation Declines

Groundbreaking research from the University of Glasgow shows a dramatic shift in national identity in Scotland, with a significant rise in Scottish-only affiliation and a sharp decline in British identity, reshaping the nation's social and political lands

London's New Arabic Signs Ignite Fierce National Debate

London's new Arabic welcome signs, part of a 'cultural richness' initiative, have ignited a fierce national debate. Proponents hail them as inclusive, while critics brand them divisive and question their funding. This is the story behind the linguistic ro

Sweden Defines Its Culture With New State-Sponsored Canon

Sweden has officially defined its national identity with a new state-sponsored cultural canon, moving beyond stereotypes to celebrate everything from Viking history to avant-garde film. But is this a celebration of heritage or a controversial act of state

Labour MP sparks fury: 'Cornwall not English'

Labour MP Perran Moon ignites heated debate after declaring Cornwall isn't part of England, prompting strong reactions from politicians and residents about Cornish identity and constitutional status.

Birmingham Pub Forced To Remove England Flag

A Birmingham pub was ordered to take down its St George's Cross flag due to a controversial 'health and safety' complaint. The incident, captured on video, has ignited a fierce national debate on identity and cultural expression.

The Millennial Cringe Crisis: How a Generation Lost Its Cool

A deep dive into the cultural phenomenon of millennial 'cringe', exploring the societal pressures, technological shifts, and economic realities that conspired to make a generation seemingly uncool. Discover the psychological impact and what it reveals abo

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