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Moderator Announcement Welcome to r/AskTheWorld - A Global Perspective
Welcome to r/AskTheWorld – A Global Perspective

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r/AskTheWorld • u/Fluid-Decision6262 • 13h ago
Which of these 5 world leaders would you say is most hated in your country?
I feel like these 5 are the most hated politicians around the world right now, each for a different reason, but which one would you say is the most despised where you live?
r/AskTheWorld • u/chotu_escobar • 13h ago
Are Iranian protests a topic of discussion in your country right now?
r/AskTheWorld • u/Dakotasan • 14h ago
Does your country have any notable “unhinged” military heroes?
Col. Lewis Millett was a WWII and Korean War Veteran who abandoned his post in the US military to go join the Canadian military purely so he could go fight the Axis sooner. Rejoining the American military after they officially joined the war.
Later on in life, he was a captain acting as a Forward Observer in the Korean war, during which he would intercept a peace of Communist correspondence that claimed Americans were afraid of bayonets and melee combat. He took this as a challenge and proceeded to train his men in bayonet combat, dashing the idea that Americans were afraid to get stuck in with no less than three bayonet charges, all of which he was right at the front of
r/AskTheWorld • u/PastBroccoli11 • 5h ago
Culture Who is the most famous queer person in your country?
galleryI think Jonas Gardell and Mark Levengood is the most famous in Sweden. Younger maybe know Christopher Garplind more. Kajsa Bergkvist or Eva Dahlgren, women’s.
Transperson Tone Sekelius.
No homofobia here thanks.
r/AskTheWorld • u/cosmico92 • 3h ago
History What was the most hilarious or cringiest thing to ever happen on live television where you're from?
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r/AskTheWorld • u/Ok_Breadfruit4005 • 15h ago
What is considered polite in your culture but rude in others?
In Iran, something that’s considered polite but can feel rude or confusing to outsiders is taarof.
Taarof is a social etiquette where people politely refuse or downplay offers at first, even if they actually want to accept. For example, if someone offers you food, money, or help, you might say “no, please don’t bother” a few times out of politeness, and the other person will insist. This back-and-forth shows respect and generosity, not indecision.
To someone from another culture, this can seem dishonest or awkward, like people don’t mean what they say. But in Iran, it’s a way of showing humility and care. Accepting too quickly can feel rude, and insisting is a way of showing sincerity.
r/AskTheWorld • u/Familiar-Arrival-470 • 11h ago
Food What's your favorite cuisine in the world?
r/AskTheWorld • u/Ok-Initiative-3169 • 11h ago
What are two countries (yours and another one) that are very similar in many ways but the citizens of both are in denial of?
r/AskTheWorld • u/ProcedurePlenty3564 • 20h ago
History What was a horrible tragedy that took place in your country?
r/AskTheWorld • u/Necessary-Win-8730 • 6h ago
History Who is the most famous killer from your country?
r/AskTheWorld • u/YellowEgorkaa • 10h ago
What is your attitude towards the Netherlands?
r/AskTheWorld • u/Familiar-Arrival-470 • 3h ago
Travel What’s the one country you’ve always dreamed of going to, and what about it draws you there?
Scotland. I’ve always been drawn to its landscapes, history, and calm atmosphere. The castles, highlands, and overall vibe feel magical to me.
r/AskTheWorld • u/YellowEgorkaa • 6h ago
What do you associate Germany with, and in general, what is your attitude towards this wonderful country?!
r/AskTheWorld • u/Overestimated123 • 2h ago
Culture Which religion has the worst image in your country?
r/AskTheWorld • u/Necessary-Win-8730 • 8h ago
Culture What is your country’s coolest folklore creature?
r/AskTheWorld • u/ResidentQuail7118 • 1h ago
Food What is a typical breakfast in your country?
What is a typical everyday breakfast and/or weekend breakfast where you live? For me, it's usually a couple pineapple spears and some Greek yogurt along with a cup of coffee at my desk during the week. On the weekends I might make shakshuka, a cheese omelet or (on special occasions) abelskivers.
r/AskTheWorld • u/SeaworthinessOdd62 • 1d ago
What’s your favorite meme that makes fun of your country?
For me the Albanian Virus meme is a masterpiece ahead of even the “ when allah created the world allah did give whole world to Albania but Albania friendly countrie so Albania give land to other countrie.” meme
r/AskTheWorld • u/Carrot962 • 1h ago
Culture Which woman do you consider a beauty icon from your country?
I think from India I'll nominate Preity Zinta. In a very lighthearted way, I feel that if Monica Bellucci and Jennifer Connelly had a daughter, she would look like her. She looks like a blend of them.
r/AskTheWorld • u/A_Child_of_Adam • 8h ago
Politics If the protests in Iran succeed, will that lead to blooming of democracy across the whole Middle East?
r/AskTheWorld • u/Geranbil • 6h ago
Politics Is anyone from your country involved in the Epstein case?
I was surprised to learn that he served in the Russian army 😦
r/AskTheWorld • u/LeroyBadBrown • 7h ago
Food Do you put nutella on Crêpes? Is this just a German thing? (I hate it)
r/AskTheWorld • u/Greedy_Rise_6567 • 6h ago
Food What is your country’s favourite fruit
For India it is hands down mangoes also called King of fruit here . It is native to India and more than 1000 varieties are grown including 12 GI recognized varieties.
India grown over 25 million tons of mangos (40-45% of global production) and mostly consumes them in country.
Mangos have inspired rulers to grow there own varieties ( Mahilabadi Deshari) has entered cultural lexicon (Hindi word for mango - Aam means common). There are poems and movies made on it.
Also it is pan India fruit hence lot of regional pride and love for their varieties. A North Indian loves Deshari or Langda or Jarda while in Maharashtra and Konkan area Alphonso rules.
Which fruit is favourite in your country and have you ever tasted Indian mangos ?
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r/AskTheWorld • u/moapei • 1h ago
History What movie or TV show about real historical figures from your country or continent would you recommend
Since in my country there is none that I am satisfied with, I will recommend Shaka Ilembe. It is the retelling of the famous Zulu King. The previous one released in 1986 was highly controversial hence they did a remake and it is phenomenal. It really captures the essence of Zulu culture, it was produced and written by the Zulu people so we get to hear their side of the story on how Shaka Zulu came to be. I highly recommend it. The trailer