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- Oct 2023
INTERNATIONAL HUMOR
A world-wide telephone survey was conducted and the only question asked was:
"Would you please give your honest opinion about possible solutions to the food shortage in the rest of the world?”
The survey failed because:
In Eastern Europe there was no agreement on what "honest" meant.
In Western Europe they didn't know what "shortage" meant.
In some places in Africa they didn’t know what "food" meant.
In China they didn't know what "opinion" meant.
In the Middle East they didn't know what "solution" meant.
In South America they questioned what "please" meant.
In the USA they didn't know what "the rest of the world" meant.
And in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Great Britain . . . everyone hung up when they heard the foreign accent.
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Question
- Apr 2024
Background:
A Chinese company (DT) is seeking market development opportunities in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. Before conducting business, it requires communication infrastructure services that can be used locally.
Communication infrastructure services may include: International Internet bandwidth, data center services, Virtual Private Networks, satellite communication services.
Question:
Suppose the Chinese company (DT) has already used network infrastructure services provided by China Telecom Global (DX) in region A, but chooses not to use the same services provided by China Telecom Global in another adjacent region B. What reasons do you think could lead the Chinese company (DT) to not use the services of the "former partner" in region B?
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Question
- Jan 2025
Humor in Geography and International Studies
A world-wide telephone survey was conducted and the only question asked was:
"Would you please give your honest opinion about possible solutions to the food shortage in the rest of the world?”
The survey failed because:
In Eastern Europe there was no agreement on what "honest" meant.
In Western Europe they didn't know what "shortage" meant.
In some places in Africa they didn’t know what "food" meant.
In China they didn't know what "opinion" meant.
In the Middle East they didn't know what "solution" meant.
In South America they questioned what "please" meant.
In the USA they didn't know what "the rest of the world" meant.
And in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Great Britain . . . everyone hung up when they heard the foreign accent.
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Question
- Jan 2025
Humor in Geography and International Studies
A world-wide telephone survey was conducted and the only question asked was:
"Would you please give your honest opinion about possible solutions to the food shortage in the rest of the world?”
The survey failed because:
In Eastern Europe there was no agreement on what "honest" meant.
In Western Europe they didn't know what "shortage" meant.
In some places in Africa they didn’t know what "food" meant.
In China they didn't know what "opinion" meant.
In the Middle East they didn't know what "solution" meant.
In South America they questioned what "please" meant.
In the USA they didn't know what "the rest of the world" meant.
And in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Great Britain . . . everyone hung up when they heard the foreign accent.
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Question
- May 2015
I have been making a question to identify a ethnic group for my PhD research.
Could you suggest what the best way to make participants to feel like answering in a questionnaire to categorize the groups?
I have divided it into so far:
□ White/ Caucasian
□ Latino/Hispanic
□ Middle Eastern
□ Black African
□ White African
□ Black Caribbean
□ White Caribbean
□ South Asian
□ East Asian
□ Mixed multiple ethnic group(white and black Caribbean, white and Asian,
white and black African)
□ Other__________________________________
□ Would rather not say
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Question
- Jun 2023
What ChatGPT can't handle is Association of Art and Science:
https://www.academia.edu/88466623/Association_of_art_and_science
How can we improve our mastery of the association of art and science?
Part1: Which brings us to Roger Penrose and his theories linking consciousness and quantum mechanics. He does not overtly identify himself as a panpsychist, but his argument that self-awareness and free will begin with quantum events in the brain inevitably links our minds with the cosmos.
Part2: My reading of Ibn Khaldoun leads me to the Following reflection: In a context of decadence of Middle Eastern states, an end of all these sub states is inevitable; a new Açabiyya will be reborn. I rely on a stochastic model that announces the decline of these sub states by a convergent sequence of "Triggers" leading at the birth of a non-tribal Açabiyya with a common denominator: the cohesive force.
Note: The Ukrainian model fits perfectly into this approach
Amin Elsaleh
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Question
- Feb 2012
For my master's thesis survey, in addition to an open-ended text box ("In your own words, how would you describe your race or ethnicity?") I would like participants to select their racial or ethnic heritage from a set of checkboxes. The challenge is doing it in a way that doesn't marginalize certain groups and make them close their browser in disgust. Below is what I've come up with--does anyone have suggestions for improvement?
The question is, "Which of the following best represents your racial or ethnic heritage? Choose all that apply." (Note that I expect immigrants to the U.S. as well as U.S. citizens to complete the survey. I do not expect anyone not currently on U.S. soil to participate.)
Non-Hispanic White or Euro-American
Black, Afro-Caribbean, or African American
Latino or Hispanic American
East Asian or Asian American
South Asian or Indian American
Middle Eastern or Arab American
Native American or Alaskan Native
Other
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Question
- Nov 2012
I've read through a Turkish grammar recently and I was amazed how similar Turkish grammar is to Hungarian. The relationship between HU and FI is an established fact, but I have a suspicion that it has been overemphasized (for political reasons?) historically, whereas the morphological similarity between HU and TR has been unduly little spoken about by mainstream researchers. There is an assumption that in the Middle Ages but during the translation of the Bible in the 16-18 centuries the latest, either FI or HU or both languages adopted linguistic structures (like the relative cause, introduction of the article, suffixation of the possessor instead of the possessed) that show Indo-European influence in both FI and HU and this makes them more similar than they were. But I feel that HU still shows more similarity to TR than to FI. As I don't speak either TR or FI I cannot tell for sure. Maybe there are people out there who know better?
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Question
- Feb 2025
The history of Kurdish tribes is complex and spans several millennia, characterized by a rich tapestry of cultural, social, and political developments. The Kurdish people primarily inhabit regions across modern-day Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria. Here’s an overview of some notable Kurdish tribes and their historical evolution:
### Historical Background
1. **Origins**: The Kurds are believed to be descended from various ancient peoples, including the Medes, who played a significant role in the history of the region during the first millennium BCE.
2. **Medieval Period**: During the medieval period, various Kurdish principalities and emirates emerged, with notable tribes such as the **Kara Koyunlu** and **Akkoyunlu**. These tribes were influential in the political landscape of the region.
### Notable Kurdish Tribes
1. **Barzani**: The Barzani tribe is one of the most prominent Kurdish tribes, especially in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Historically, they played a significant role in Kurdish nationalism, particularly under the leadership of Mustafa Barzani in the mid-20th century.
2. **Jaff**: The Jaff tribe is mainly located in the eastern part of Iraq. They have a distinct cultural identity and have been involved in various uprisings against Ottoman and later Iraqi rule.
3. **Shikak**: The Shikak tribe, primarily located in Iran, has a history of resistance against central authority and played a significant role during the Kurdish uprisings in the early 20th century.
4. **Güzel**: This tribe is located in Turkey and has traditionally been involved in agriculture and pastoralism. They have also participated in the political movements aimed at Kurdish rights.
5. **Soran**: The Soran tribe is based in the mountainous regions of Iraqi Kurdistan and has been known for its historical alliances with other tribes and its role in local governance.
6. **Zaza**: The Zaza people are often considered a distinct ethnic group within the Kurdish identity, primarily located in eastern Turkey. Their language and cultural practices have unique features.
### Modern Developments
In the 20th century, Kurdish tribes became increasingly involved in nationalist movements, particularly after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire and the establishment of modern nation-states in the Middle East. Events such as the Kurdish rebellions against Iraqi and Turkish authorities, the Iranian Revolution, and the Syrian Civil War have significantly shaped the political landscape for Kurdish tribes.
### Contemporary Context
Today, many Kurdish tribes continue to exist, often navigating the complexities of national identity, political autonomy, and cultural preservation. The rise of Kurdish political parties, such as the **Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP)** and the **Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK)** in Iraq, and the involvement of Kurdish groups in the Syrian Civil War, has brought renewed attention to the Kurdish cause and the role of tribal affiliations in contemporary politics.
### Conclusion
The evolution of Kurdish tribes from past to present illustrates their resilience and adaptability in the face of political challenges. Their historical significance continues to play a vital role in the ongoing quest for autonomy, cultural recognition, and rights within the broader context of Middle Eastern politics.
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Question
- Jul 2023
The Open Grants team is posting this call on behalf of José Belém de O Neto. It is otherwise unaffiliated with the Planning for Open Grants project, so please direct any questions or concerns to jose.bon@usp.br .
The call
We would like to invite interested researchers and stakeholders to share their grant proposals of any area of knowledge written in English and/or in Portuguese.
This project is part of PhD studies in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at University of São Paulo – one of the world’s top 100 universities.
Aim
The purpose is to investigate the writing of grant proposals across disciplines as an attempt to understand the linguistic and rhetorical features of proposals written in both English and Portuguese. Ultimately, the study’s goal is to determine/comprehend what factors may impact the success or failure in obtaining research funding.
Considering that grant proposals are not publicly available, they represent a type of text that is not well-known and requires scientific investigation. This study may benefit the new generation of researchers from various fields, particularly, those in low-income or middle-income countries (LMICs).
Incentive
Those contributing with the research will be invited for a hybrid course on Grant Proposals Writing in English and Portuguese promoted by PhD student responsible for the research.
A certificate will be issued by the Laboratory of Academic Literacy of the Department of Modern Languages of Faculty of Philosophy, Languages and Literature, and Human Sciences of the University of São Paulo – USP.
How to submit
Please submit your grant proposals at https://redcap.link/grantproposals .
Important
No identification is required and those contributing are encouraged to anonymize their grant proposals.
Submit your grant proposal and contribute to advance of studies of this genre written in international contexts.
Questions and concerns may be addressed to
José Belém de O Neto – jose.bon@usp.br
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