Is Reading Fiction Useless?
In Indonesia, there is a proverb that says, “buku adalah jendela dunia” which translates into “books are the windows to the world.” This proverb means… Read More »Is Reading Fiction Useless?
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Rainbow Capitalism: The Not-So-Colorful Reality of LGBTQ+ Exploitation Hidden Behind Major Corporations’ Performative Rainbow Logos During Pride Month
The most colorful month of the year is here! This is the time of the year where LGBTQ+ people celebrate their identities and connect with… Read More »Rainbow Capitalism: The Not-So-Colorful Reality of LGBTQ+ Exploitation Hidden Behind Major Corporations’ Performative Rainbow Logos During Pride Month
Why Do People Blame the Victim of Image-Based Abuse?
Many Indonesian female celebrities had gone viral on Twitter because their nude or intimate photos and videos were leaked. Just like rubbing salt in a… Read More »Why Do People Blame the Victim of Image-Based Abuse?
Going Green Isn’t Enough
For years, the Earth has been going through various environmental and climate crises, most of which are caused by human activities. Climate change, loss of… Read More »Going Green Isn’t Enough
Iki Palek: Symbol of Loyalty
As we all know, Indonesia is rich in various ethnicities and cultural traditions. Each ethnic group has its unique set of rituals relating to the… Read More »Iki Palek: Symbol of Loyalty
The Unique Celebration Day in Mexico
Mexico, a country known for its traditions, turns out to have an unusual way to commemorate dead people. Every year, the people celebrate the Día… Read More »The Unique Celebration Day in Mexico
The Strange Death Ritual of Tana Toraja
Geographically, Indonesia is a strategic location flanked by the Indian and Pacific Oceans and between the continents of Asia and Australia. Because of its condition,… Read More »The Strange Death Ritual of Tana Toraja
The Story Behind Bubble Tea
Bubble tea or boba tea is a beloved Taiwan beverage that has been around since the 1980s. At its core, it is a combination of… Read More »The Story Behind Bubble Tea
Lucid Dream: Good or Bad?
When people are sleeping, they may have dreams. Some might remember the activities that they did in their dreams, and some may forget everything. It… Read More »Lucid Dream: Good or Bad?
The #StopAsianHate Movement and What It Fails to Address
In the last couple of weeks, we have witnessed a spike in attacks against Asian Americans. For a while, these rampant attacks weren’t very visible… Read More »The #StopAsianHate Movement and What It Fails to Address