What does it mean to be a global citizen?

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Global citizenship does not replace passports or boundaries, and it is not a legal status. Still, according to a BBC World Service poll, many people are increasingly identifying as global citizens rather than national citizens. A global citizen is someone who is aware of and understands the larger world – and their … Read more

What Are The Most Popular Sitcoms Of All Time?

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Situational comedies, or “sitcoms,” are a staple of American television. Short, funny, smart, and easy to watch in one sitting. Once you start watching one show, it’s easy to lose track of time and watch 10 more, spending hours on the couch. The main focus of these shows is usually a group … Read more

What Made Seinfeld One of the Most Popular Sitcoms of All Time?

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Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David made the American show Seinfeld. It ran on NBC from July 5, 1989, to May 14, 1998, for nine seasons and 180 episodes. It’s about Seinfeld’s personal life with three of his friends: his best friend George Costanza (Jason Alexander), his ex-girlfriend Elaine Benes (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), and … Read more

Why Are More People Seeking to Live Off the Grid?

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The number of people opting to “go off the grid” or give up traditional forms of communal assistance has increased during the past several years. Attempts to live a more self-sufficient, sustainable life, formerly the purview of extremists and survivalists, are gaining popularity among the general public. Environmental worries and the pursuit … Read more