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This is Why I Still Chew Sticks
Growing up, my grandmother introduced me to the tradition of using a chewing stick. Despite the availability of toothbrushes in the house, it was amusing to watch her chew on…
A Miscellany of Art: Soul and Afro-folk in Contemporary Nigeria
In the complex fabric of Nigeria's cultural landscape, a unique fusion of…
This is Why I Still Chew Sticks
Growing up, my grandmother introduced me to the tradition of using a…
Stop Telling a Fat Woman She Looks Beautiful and Brave
Fat is a term that holds a great deal of power for…
How Online Influencers Fuel the Flame of Ethnic Bigotry
The term "ethnic bigotry" has the potential to hinder any society's progress.…
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