Gen Alpha and the Language of the Minions
Gen Alpha slang shares surprising parallels with Minionese, the made-up language from Despicable Me, including loanwords and Italian influences.
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Inside Bangladesh's World Cup love affair with Argentina and Brazil
Bangladesh's fervent support for Argentina and Brazil at the World Cup is rooted in history, culture, and a sense of connection to home.
Bosniaks revive lily flag as defiance symbol at World Cup
The historic lily flag is making a comeback among Bosniaks during the World Cup, reflecting growing impatience with the international community and a desire for ethnic identity.
Australia Never Monocultural: Historian Challenges Hanson
Historian Alan Atkinson argues Australia has always been multicultural, from the First Fleet's diversity to colonial ports, challenging Pauline Hanson's call for a monocultural society.
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The Long Wave's new editor explores the legacy of pan-African journalism, from early diaspora papers to modern digital media, and what lessons can be applied today.
Queer Muslim life in France: photo book explores identity and loss
Camille Farrah Lenain's photo book 'Made of Smokeless Fire' documents queer Muslim lives in France, inspired by grief for her gay uncle Farid. The project counters erasure through intimate portraits.
US Soccer's patchwork of paths creates stronger team
The US men's national team's diversity of player backgrounds—from college soccer to European academies—is a strength, not a weakness, according to a new analysis.
Queer Authors Pick Their Favorite American LGBTQ+ Books
Michael Cunningham, Hilton Als, Eileen Myles, and others choose their top LGBTQ+ books from the US, from classics to hidden gems, celebrating Pride and America's 250th anniversary.
Madonna hints at rift with daughter Lourdes Leon
Madonna, 67, revealed tension with daughter Lourdes Leon, 29, saying writing a song together helped heal their relationship, in a new interview about her album Confessions II.
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Complicated Truth About Adoption Reunions
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Australia's multiculturalism support drops 17 points in 2026 Lowy poll
Australia's support for multiculturalism fell from 90% to 73% in 2026, a historic 17-point drop, as economic pessimism and global insecurity rise, according to the Lowy Institute Poll.
Little Colombia in Elephant and Castle: World Cup fever unites community
A South London neighbourhood dubbed 'Little Colombia' erupts in yellow as fans gather to support their nation in the World Cup, with early morning matches testing their dedication.
Gaming Terms A to Z: From Pwned to Kiting
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Pointless words in language: readers share their pet peeves
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Pauline Hanson's Multicultural Attack Backfires
Pauline Hanson's speech at the National Press Club criticising multiculturalism has sparked widespread backlash, highlighting Australia's support for diversity.
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Reclaiming the St George's Cross: From Far-Right to Football
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BBC's queer dating show needs support for final season
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