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How Culture Shapes Language: Linguistic Anthropology

Linguistic anthropology is an important part of linguistic studies. If you are minoring in linguistics, you will find this material in the Topics in Linguistics Studies. Why is it important to learn about this subject? It is because linguistic anthropology looks at how people use languages in their…

Roblox as a Modern Culture Trend

Roblox may seem like just a game for children to those unfamiliar with it, but it is much more than that. Roblox is a platform that integrates learning, creativity, social interaction, and self-expression.Founded in 2006 by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, Roblox was initially created as an educatio…

Formula E: A Smart Way to Promote Sustainability

Have you ever heard of Formula E? It is one of the single-seater motorsport series. One of the key differences between Formula E and other motorsports is that it utilises electricity as its sole energy source. Formula E is also considered the world’s first all-electric single-seater motorsport.In a…

The Impact of the Bible on the English Language

In our everyday lives, it is obvious that we find the Bible important in a religious context. However, did you know that the Bible also had a profound influence on the English language, helping in shaping its vocabulary, idioms, literature, and cultural expressions over centuries? Being one of the …

Blurred Lines: Where Autobiography Meets Fiction

Autobiographical fiction, also called autofiction, is a type of writing that mixes real life experiences with imagination. Usually , an autobiography tells a true story about a person’s life, while fiction is made-up storytelling. Autofiction blurs these lines by using real events but changing name…

The Evolution of Language Through Slang

Language is a crucial part of our daily communication. Sometimes, we would even use slang! But have you noticed that as time passes, slang is starting to change and often evolves endlessly? Language is like a river—flowing, twisting, and always branching. Then, when did slang begin to emerge, and h…

George Orwell’s 1984 in Today’s World

Have you ever read George Orwell's book 1984? It is a powerful story that makes people consider the dangers of excessive government control. The novel depicts a world where a strict government constantly monitors everyone, controls what people think and believe, and even changes facts to suit i…