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Culture / 2 weeks ago
South America’s flag story: A mosaic of colours and continental ambitions
From the sweeping green and yellow of Brazil to the golden sun of Argentina, the flags of South America tell more than just national stories. From the sweeping green and yellow of Brazil to the golden sun of Argentina, the flags of South America tell more than just national stories. There are 12 sovereign states in South America, each with a distinctive flag that carries culture, history and identity.
Maps / 34 weeks ago
Hijab bans in Muslim-majority nations trigger global dialogue on secularism and religious freedom
A growing number of Muslim-majority countries are imposing restrictions on the wearing of the hijab and igniting heated debates on the balance between secularism, national identity, and religious freedom. A recent infographic published by The World in Maps provides a visual overview of nations enforcing various levels of hijab bans, highlighting the nuanced and often controversial approaches to religious expression across Central Asia.
