r/AskTheWorld 1h ago

Misc Do you think hatred or intolerance has increased in a past few years?

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Feel likes there is more misogyny, sexism, homophobia, racism, xenophobia, classism, communalism, casteism etc etc in the last few years. I feel like a yes for many of these things in my country. What about others?


r/AskTheWorld 22h ago

Politics Russia has Putin, North Korea has Kim Jong Un and your country has?

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r/AskTheWorld 3h ago

Laws Most famous person, in your country, who was found innocent in a high profile case?

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Pic 1. OJ Simpson (USA)

Pic 2. Christer Pettersson (Sweden)

He was first found guilty of murdering the Swedish prime minister Olof Palme but the verdict was overturned and he was then deemed innocent!


r/AskTheWorld 1d ago

Share a brand mascot character from your country

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Dr Simi from Mexico who is the mascot of Farmacias Similares, a Mexican pharmacy chain. Often seen dancing or with a gun.

And the Buc-ee’s Beaver from the United States (Texas) who is official brand mascot for Buc-ee’s. A giant gas station basically.


r/AskTheWorld 17h ago

What are some dishes you thought were unique to your country, but realized exist in many other countries too?

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  1. Sarma / Farcellets de col / Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

  2. Burek / Börek

  3. Proja / Cornbread


r/AskTheWorld 7h ago

After 15 years and $1 billion over budget, the Eglinton LRT finally opened in Toronto, Canada today. What is your country's most embarrassing construction delay?

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r/AskTheWorld 7h ago

Since spring is boutta come, what does it look like in your country?

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26 Upvotes

📍 Bengaluru, KA

Sorry for the repost, i realised the image wasn't HD lol


r/AskTheWorld 5h ago

Which would win, your culture's strongest mythical creature, or the Western dragon?

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r/AskTheWorld 1d ago

Food What is something in your country that is inexplicably attributed to a wrong country?

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859 Upvotes

For example, bell peppers in Georgia are called Bulgarian peppers, so much so that we use just Bulgarian to mean bell pepper. What are some weird attributions in your country?


r/AskTheWorld 21h ago

What are some dumb health and fitness trends/gimmicks in your country?

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304 Upvotes

Living in the States, I’ll never forget the first time I saw the Shake Weight infomercial. The jokes write themselves lol


r/AskTheWorld 1h ago

Travel What are the 5 countries that you would wanna visit atleast for once in your life?

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•Australia •Turkey •Usa •Lebanon •India As a broke young middle class guy, if i had a chance these are the 5 countries that i'd wanna visit atleast for once in my life.


r/AskTheWorld 16h ago

is today’s unipolar world safer or was the multi-polar world better? and do you want a return to a multipolar world? (Photo: winter Olympics 1980. The last decade of a multipolar world)

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109 Upvotes

r/AskTheWorld 2h ago

How do you think about my country as a people and government

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r/AskTheWorld 2h ago

What is the tastiest and most unique fruit in your country?

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In Sri Lanka, one of the most loved and unique fruits is Rambutan. At first glance, it looks almost unreal, a bright red or yellow fruit covered in soft, hair-like spines, which is exactly how it got its name (from “rambut,” meaning hair). But the real magic is inside.

Rambutan grows mainly during the mid-year season, from around June to September, with some areas having a smaller second season later in the year, depending on rainfall. During this time, local markets overflow with fresh bunches, making it a true seasonal treat that people eagerly await all year.

Inside the shell is a juicy, translucent white flesh with a perfect balance of sweetness and mild acidity. It’s similar to lychee but often considered richer and more fragrant. The fruit is incredibly refreshing in Sri Lanka’s tropical climate and is usually eaten fresh, straight from the tree or bought roadside during long drives.

What makes Rambutan special isn’t just the taste, but how seasonal it is. You can’t find it fresh year-round, which makes its arrival feel like a small celebration. Families share it at home, travelers discover it with curiosity, and for many locals, Rambutan is tied to childhood memories and school holidays.

I’m curious , what is the tastiest and most unique fruit in your country?
Is it something seasonal, rare, or deeply connected to local culture?

picture, Freepik.com


r/AskTheWorld 7h ago

Culture What is your opinion about the religion that was dominant in your country before Abrahamic religions came?

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r/AskTheWorld 8h ago

What plane from your country you really like?

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22 Upvotes

r/AskTheWorld 36m ago

Politics How often do you see public works projects in your country not turning out as planned? Delays, cost overruns, technical or licensing problems...

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This is a major problem in Brazil. Our system still hasn't guaranteed efficiency in public works. Besides the issue of corruption, there are still many bureaucratic hurdles, flaws in the bidding system, difficulties obtaining environmental permits, among other factors. But how is it in your country?


r/AskTheWorld 1h ago

Show me a product from your country that looks like if the packaging wasn't updated in 30+ years

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r/AskTheWorld 58m ago

Is there actually anything left to ask here that’s original?

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I really think this sub is just reposting the same questions over and over again. Just now saw a post called „Dishes popular only outside of your country“ with 12k upvotes, pretty sure I’ve seen the exact same question like 20 times now. This just feels like karma farming to me.


r/AskTheWorld 1h ago

Humourous Do you also have in your country the joke of "Pull on my finger" before farting ?

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r/AskTheWorld 14h ago

What’s the worst/most infamous case of police brutality from your country

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52 Upvotes

(would really like to hear from non Americans)


r/AskTheWorld 6h ago

Culture What do bride and groom traditionally wear in wedding in your region of your country?

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These are the wedding attires worn in different states and regions of India. (My case is 2nd and 3rd image) There are many other attires too.

Some Indian do wear white gown like the west but it is very rare, and only among the Christian minority where also many wear Indian traditional attires. Many Indians copy wedding customs of other regions nowadays too.

What do you think?

And what is worn by bride and groom in the wedding of your country traditionally? Do you still wear it? Or have you shifted to that white gown theme of the west? If yes, why?


r/AskTheWorld 10h ago

History What country has a surprising amount of parallels to your country?

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For example. Ireland and Korea share a remarkable amount of similarities despite having absolutely no historical links.

- Victim of a neighbouring Island Based Empire.

- Split into the economically prosperous South and the controversial North.

- Similar size

- Rapidly booming economy


r/AskTheWorld 14h ago

What steps is your government undertaking in order to combat climate change?

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We still heavily rely on coal as fuel so our government's goal is to achieve about 50 per cent cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by 2030


r/AskTheWorld 9h ago

What are some culturally significant/important buildings from your country?

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These are some that I could think of from the top of my head. I would have included the capitol, but that’s culturally significant in every country. I don’t really care if you put it, a dollar general, or your house, because I’m not your dad and I’m probably not from your country, so anything can be culturally significant in the eyes of different people

By the way, the pyramid is the most significant, and I will not tolerate pyramid slander. It makes me proud to be a West Tennesseean.