appropriation
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Italian luxury brand Prada has launched a limited-edition line of sandals inspired by India's traditional Kolhapuri sandals, nearly a year after it faced criticism over cultural appropriation.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
America’s new social obsession, mahjong’s become younger, cooler, trendier, and bigger postpandemic—though not without debate over commercialization and cultural appropriation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
“Just building a fixed facility in and of itself does not qualify as territorial appropriation or territorial sovereignty.”
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
The Mexican government has taken on famous brands such as Adidas, Shein, Zara and Carolina Herrera for the alleged cultural appropriation of traditional designs.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026
Despite the lack of state funds, federal money continued to trickle into Alabama, and in 1961 the legislature was again persuaded to make a small appropriation.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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