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Culture / 8 hours ago
One cross, many nations: What the Nordic flags say about unity, identity and security
One of Europe’s most recognisable symbols, the Nordic Cross stretches across Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland and is echoed in regional flags from the Faroe Islands to Åland as the design is more than a shared aesthetic. One of Europe’s most recognisable symbols, the Nordic Cross spans Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland. It is reflected in regional flags from the Faroe Islands to Åland, as the design is more than a shared aesthetic. The Nordic Cross dates back to Denmark’s Dannebrog, widely regarded as the world’s oldest continuously used national flag. Historical records trace its use to the 13th century, and its off-centre cross design later became a template for neighbouring states.
Culture / 6 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 / 37 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.
