culture
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Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter on Thursday to the inaugural World Conference of Classics, which is scheduled from Wednesday to Friday. Xi noted that the conference, co-organized by China and Greece, along with the establishment of the Chinese School of Classical Studies in Athens, has created a new platform for civilizational exchange…
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Alongside the opportunities, significant risks posed by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the cultural sector were highlighted at the Group of Seven (G7) ministers’ cultural meeting, which concluded on Saturday in Naples, Italy. AI is “increasingly permeating the value chains in the cultural and creative sectors and industries, with impacts on the working conditions and the…
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In a genuinely “inclusive” society, an environment and culture where uniqueness and belonging are in harmony prevail and where citizens’ meaningful inclusion involves satisfying the needs of both belonging and individuality. Creating an inclusive society means striking a delicate balance: We want everyone to feel that their identity is understood and recognized for their uniqueness but…
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Fulham and Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed what he loves about being a Nigerian. The former Arsenal star said Nigerians have unique mannerisms which make them stand out. He added that Nigerians are “so loud,” especially the Yorubas. Iwobi stated this in a recent interview with Kiss Fresh, London, United Kingdom. The host…
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Asian American heritage was celebrated at Flushing Town Hall in New York City in the form of photo and art exhibition, Asian cuisine tasting as well as cultural performance on Sunday evening. Present at the event were more than 100 guests from various ethnic groups. Scores of photos showcased cultural and natural heritage sites including…
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Sociocultural Theory The work of Lev Vygotsky (1934, 1978) has become the foundation of much research and theory in cognitive development over the past several decades, particularly what has become known as sociocultural theory. Vygotsky’s theory comprises concepts such as culture-specific tools, private speech, and the zone of proximal development. Vygotsky believed cognitive development is…
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The culture secretary has said she is concerned the planned 9% rise in the BBC licence fee is “very high” and that the BBC must remain “value for money”. Lucy Frazer said the government wanted to ensure the licence fee rises by an “appropriate amount” amid the ongoing cost of living crisis. The licence fee…
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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, has been called upon to ban the activities of Eze-Igbos in Abuja The president of Ohanaeze, FCT chapter, Barrister Ifeanyichukwu Nweze, said anyone who wants to become Eze-Igbo should return to the South East. He said the FCT is not Igboland and, therefore, cannot have Eze-igbo. Nweze…
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Former President Olusegun Olusegun Obasanjo has reacted to the controversies being generated by his order to traditional rulers to stand and then sit during the inauguration of two projects in Iseyin, Oyo State last Friday. Obasanjo was a special guest of honour at the inauguration of the road projects constructed by Governor Seyi Makinde. However,…
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1. I am Ibo. I am proud of who we are. I love Nigeria. I love the best of her peoples and the many strengths. I love what she can be. But dear compatriots, I will not apologise to anyone who thinks that my success is a threat. WALK WITH ME 2. I am Ibo.…
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In the Himba tribe of Namibia in Southern Africa, the date of birth of a child is fixed, not at the time of its arrival in the world, nor in its design, but much earlier: since the day the child is thought in His Mother’s mind. When a woman decides she’s going to have a…
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Ibos are a meta-ethnicity native to present-day south-central and southeastern Nigeria. Large ethnic Igbo populations are found in Cameroon, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea, as well as outside Africa. Ibos are one of the lost tribes of Israel. Ten (10) of the original 12 Hebrew tribes under the leadership of Joshua that took possession of Canaan,…
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Veteran Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has lectured a troll who reacted to a photo of her kissing her father mouth-to-mouth. The philanthropist was met with a few reactions after sharing a photo of her father in celebration of his 73rd birthday in a supposed questionable position. A troll took to the comment section to call the mouth-to-mouth kiss between…
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Cannes is back. The lights are in position, the stars en route to the French Riviera. And Spike Lee’s face is peering out onto the Croisette from a huge banner announcing Tuesday’s debut of the world’s premier film festival. The show is running 14 months late, thanks to the pandemic. And it’s about time for…
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Technology savvy Kiwis appear to have a very bright future ahead of them, as the world continues to tumble forth amidst a digital golden age, with industries throughout the world becoming increasingly aware of the need to adapt and evolve. As part of a culture-of-innovation research study published by Microsoft News in October, some 88% of business…
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“My culture is not your underwear,” that’s what the Japanese are telling American TV personality Kim Kardashian West after she announced the launch of her new shapewear brand Kimono Intimates, in various skin tones, claiming that her product “celebrates and enhances the curves of women.” The hashtag #KimOhNo has gone viral on Twitter, with people slamming the…
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