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CHICK LIT AUTHORSHIP AND THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY ZEITGEIST

This paper attempts to establish that the zeitgeist emerges from trends of the times and imprinted onto Chick Lit, a genre of popular postfeminist fiction, through authorship from the point of Chick Lit's emergence to its rise in popular culture. This paper traces the origins of Chick Lit to better pinpoint the current trends or spirit of the times that serve as the backdrop or cultural landscape Chick Lit writers have utilised. It demonstrates the contemporaneous nature of writers who produce the same kind of fiction around the same time from different parts of the world. The writers are exposed to prevalent popular culture throughout their lives that may influence their writing style and content. The qualitative method of this study detects these patterns based on data of Chick Lit writers' real life experiences and documented trends from the early twenty-first century.

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AN INTERTEXTUAL ANALYSIS OF SEX-TRAFFICKING VICTIMS' REPRESENTATION IN MALAYSIAN NEWS MEDIA

The objective of this study was to conduct an intertextual analysis of sex-trafficking victims' representation in Malaysian news media. More specifically, the study applies critical discourse analysis as a tool to explore the different social actors' voices and analyse how they are woven together textually or recontextualised to reproduce the underlying power and ideologies of the media on this social group. This study is based on media texts and the data is obtained from mainstream English-language newspapers, The Star and New Straits Times. Grounded in CDA, the selected articles are examined using Reisigl and Wodak's (2009) discourse-historical approach and van Leeuwen's (1996, 2008) socio-semantic categories of social actors to investigate how discursive strategies and other features of texts are employed intertextually to construct particular meaning about victims of sex trafficking. The analysis of newspaper excerpts have led to the representation of sex-trafficking victims as threats, sex offenders, and foreign invaders. Additionally, findings from the intertextual analysis reveal that certain voices have been given more emphasis by the news media while some voices are markedly silenced in order to privilege others.

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FROM JUNGLES AND RIVERS: ANIMAL TROPES IN MALAYSIAN INDIGENOUS LITERATURE IN ENGLISH

Recent English-language publications of Malaysian indigenous folktales and fables have highlighted the significant role of animals. While these creatures often serve as central figures, symbolic representations, or narrators, their presence has been largely overlooked by critical analysis. Given the importance of animals in indigenous cultures and literatures, it is crucial to examine how they function within these texts. By analyzing animal tropes, we can gain insights into the cultural values, beliefs, and worldviews of indigenous communities.

This paper explores animal tropes in Malaysian indigenous folktales, drawing on works by Heidi Munan, Lim Boo Liat, Jefri Dylan Ong, Clifford Sather, Robert Sulis Ridu, Ritikos Jitab, Jonas Noeb, and Jayl Langub. By applying Mario Ortiz Robles' framework, the study reveals that most animal characters in these tales are anthropomorphized, exhibiting human-like qualities such as speech, social interaction, and labor. This suggests that these animal representations are primarily projections of human experiences and aspirations.

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LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF ISIS' MISCONTEXTUALISATION OF THE QURANIC VERSES: PROPAGANDA STRATEGY

The manipulation of religious texts for political gain is a practice as old as time. In the modern era, the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) has demonstrated a particularly insidious mastery of this tactic, twisting and contorting verses from the Quran to justify their brutal ideology and violent actions. Their propaganda machine relies heavily on this miscontextualization, exploiting the sacred text to recruit, radicalize, and legitimize their claims to authority. This article seeks to illustrate how ISIS utilised its miscontextualisation of Qur’anic verses through its linguistic propaganda strategy to justify its extreme actions for achieving the socio-political goals.

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THE DANCE OF JUSTICE: A RAWLSIAN PERSPECTIVE IN SRIVIDYA NATARAJAN'S THE UNDOING DANCE

Devadasis are women dedicated to a Hindu deity or temple. They often learn and perform classical dances and music as part of their service. However, the tradition has a complex history and has been associated with both cultural significance and social exploitation.

This article delves into the role of Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance, as a transformative force for Kalyani, the protagonist in the novel The Undoing Dance (2018). It investigates how Bharatanatyam serves not only as a form of artistic expression but also as a means of transcending caste boundaries and societal expectations. By applying the concept of the difference principle, a framework within socio-political theory, the study examines how caste-based discrimination is confronted and reimagined through the medium of dance.

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GENERATION Z'S LINGOS ON TIKTOK: ANALYSIS OF EMERGING LINGUISTIC STRUCTURES

Language is constantly adapting and changing to reflect our changing lives, experiences and cultures. In today’s time, emergence of new lingos can be attributed to social media and pioneered by younger generations like Gen Z and Gen Alpha. As these generations are the ones dominating the social media scene, some older generations on the internet have trouble trying to decipher their lingo.

This article discusses Generation Z’s lingos in TikTok. The premise of this study is that Generation Z’s creative use of language on TikTok, shows the innate ability of humans to create new forms, and adapt to the affordances of new platforms in using language for communication.

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LOCALISING TEXT AND PERFORMANCE: AVENUES FOR EXPLORING SHAKESPEARE AND CULTURAL CREATIVE ADAPTATION

Shakespeare's enduring legacy has inspired a wealth of innovative adaptations that transcend traditional boundaries. Contemporary productions often depart from strict adherence to the original text, reimagining the Bard's works within diverse historical, political, and cultural contexts. While these adaptations may reinterpret plot, character, and setting, they invariably retain the core values and timeless themes that have captivated audiences for centuries.

This article delves into the intricate processes by which Shakespeare's works are seamlessly integrated into various cultural and historical frameworks. It challenges the conventional emphasis on textual or performative authenticity, arguing that a broader perspective is essential to fully appreciate the dynamic nature of Shakespearean adaptation. By examining the diverse values, practices, and experiences that shape creative processes, this study reveals the complex interplay of cultural and artistic forces at work in these productions.

Ultimately, this exploration transcends geographical and methodological limitations, inviting readers to recognise and celebrate the ever-evolving presence of Shakespeare in diverse cultures and media. By embracing innovation and diversity, contemporary Shakespearean adaptations not only pay homage to the Bard's genius but also contribute to the ongoing dialogue between the past and the present.

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ON UTOPIAN THINKING: LITERATURE AND THE IMAGINATION OF THE FUTURE TO COME

The concept of utopia, which seems to have lost its conceptual power in the second half of the twentieth century, is increasingly returning to the center of debates on the relationship between literature and social change. Utopian thinking is now seen as a fundamental space for coming to terms with the present age—an age defined by pandemics, environmental destruction, and the threat to the narrative of freedom. But how do we go about rehabilitating utopia—itself a product of the long history of European domination—and make it adaptable to our postcolonial situation? How can the utopic be harnessed as an alternative way of imagining postcolonial futures? And is it capable of restoring idealism as a horizon of our expectations and as a precondition for freedom? Drawing on texts from the discourse of decolonization debates about utopian thinking in works of postcolonial literature and neo-Marxist criticism, this paper will address some of the ways in which the imaginative is asked to sustain the idea of an alternative society in moments of crisis and atrophy.

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UNDERSTANDING STUDENT'S PERSONAL MOTIVATION AND SELF-ESTEEM TOWARDS INSTAGRAM AND IMAGE-POSTING

It is essential to understand how social media can shape certain behavior and self-esteem by leading young people like students to become aggressive and demotivated, specifically, Instagram. This research focused on students' personal motivation and the effect of their self-esteem when Instagram is in use. Ultimately, Instagram is a popular social media and a total of 11.68 million active users. Data have been collected from fifteen students, between 18-29 years old who have an Instagram account and also are active users. Three research instruments were used in this study: in-depth interview, open-ended survey, and image observation.

This study has found answers to several patterns for using Instagram in today's environment is much more aggressive in their usage. This study found abnormal patterns which are obsessive and are not taken lightly. Nevertheless, individuals who spent more time with Instagram may slowly develop more new patterns. Hence, this may contribute to a new dimension of motivation and self-esteem followed by the use of Instagram.

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FROM JUNGLES AND RIVERS: ANIMAL TROPES IN MALAYSIAN INDIGENOUS LITERATURE IN ENGLISH

Recent English-language publications of Malaysian indigenous folktales and fables have highlighted the significant role of animals. While these creatures often serve as central figures, symbolic representations, or narrators, their presence has been largely overlooked by critical analysis. Given the importance of animals in indigenous cultures and literatures, it is crucial to examine how they function within these texts. By analyzing animal tropes, we can gain insights into the cultural values, beliefs, and worldviews of indigenous communities.

This paper explores animal tropes in Malaysian indigenous folktales, drawing on works by Heidi Munan, Lim Boo Liat, Jefri Dylan Ong, Clifford Sather, Robert Sulis Ridu, Ritikos Jitab, Jonas Noeb, and Jayl Langub. By applying Mario Ortiz Robles' framework, the study reveals that most animal characters in these tales are anthropomorphized, exhibiting human-like qualities such as speech, social interaction, and labor. This suggests that these animal representations are primarily projections of human experiences and aspirations.

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LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF ISIS' MISCONTEXTUALISATION OF THE QURANIC VERSES: PROPAGANDA STRATEGY

The manipulation of religious texts for political gain is a practice as old as time. In the modern era, the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) has demonstrated a particularly insidious mastery of this tactic, twisting and contorting verses from the Quran to justify their brutal ideology and violent actions. Their propaganda machine relies heavily on this miscontextualization, exploiting the sacred text to recruit, radicalize, and legitimize their claims to authority. This article seeks to illustrate how ISIS utilised its miscontextualisation of Qur’anic verses through its linguistic propaganda strategy to justify its extreme actions for achieving the socio-political goals.

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GENERATION Z'S LINGOS ON TIKTOK: ANALYSIS OF EMERGING LINGUISTIC STRUCTURES by Bibian Ugoala

Language is constantly adapting and changing to reflect our changing lives, experiences and cultures. In today’s time, emergence of new lingos can be attributed to social media and pioneered by younger generations like Gen Z and Gen Alpha. As these generations are the ones dominating the social media scene, some older generations on the internet have trouble trying to decipher their lingo.

This article discusses Generation Z’s lingos in TikTok. The premise of this study is that Generation Z’s creative use of language on TikTok, shows the innate ability of humans to create new forms, and adapt to the affordances of new platforms in using language for communication.

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LOCALISING TEXT AND PERFORMANCE: AVENUES FOR EXPLORING SHAKESPEARE AND CULTURAL CREATIVE ADAPTATION

Shakespeare's enduring legacy has inspired a wealth of innovative adaptations that transcend traditional boundaries. Contemporary productions often depart from strict adherence to the original text, reimagining the Bard's works within diverse historical, political, and cultural contexts. While these adaptations may reinterpret plot, character, and setting, they invariably retain the core values and timeless themes that have captivated audiences for centuries.

This article delves into the intricate processes by which Shakespeare's works are seamlessly integrated into various cultural and historical frameworks. It challenges the conventional emphasis on textual or performative authenticity, arguing that a broader perspective is essential to fully appreciate the dynamic nature of Shakespearean adaptation. By examining the diverse values, practices, and experiences that shape creative processes, this study reveals the complex interplay of cultural and artistic forces at work in these productions.

Ultimately, this exploration transcends geographical and methodological limitations, inviting readers to recognise and celebrate the ever-evolving presence of Shakespeare in diverse cultures and media. By embracing innovation and diversity, contemporary Shakespearean adaptations not only pay homage to the Bard's genius but also contribute to the ongoing dialogue between the past and the present.

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THE DANCE OF JUSTICE: A RAWLSIAN PERSPECTIVE IN SRIVIDYA NATARAJAN'S THE UNDOING DANCE

Devadasis are women dedicated to a Hindu deity or temple. They often learn and perform classical dances and music as part of their service. However, the tradition has a complex history and has been associated with both cultural significance and social exploitation.

This article delves into the role of Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance, as a transformative force for Kalyani, the protagonist in the novel The Undoing Dance (2018). It investigates how Bharatanatyam serves not only as a form of artistic expression but also as a means of transcending caste boundaries and societal expectations. By applying the concept of the difference principle, a framework within socio-political theory, the study examines how caste-based discrimination is confronted and reimagined through the medium of dance.

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THE DANCE OF JUSTICE: A RAWLSIAN PERSPECTIVE IN SRIVIDYA NATARAJAN'S THE UNDOING DANCE

Devadasis are women dedicated to a Hindu deity or temple. They often learn and perform classical dances and music as part of their service. However, the tradition has a complex history and has been associated with both cultural significance and social exploitation.

This article delves into the role of Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance, as a transformative force for Kalyani, the protagonist in the novel The Undoing Dance (2018). It investigates how Bharatanatyam serves not only as a form of artistic expression but also as a means of transcending caste boundaries and societal expectations. By applying the concept of the difference principle, a framework within socio-political theory, the study examines how caste-based discrimination is confronted and reimagined through the medium of dance.

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THE DANCE OF JUSTICE: A RAWLSIAN PERSPECTIVE IN SRIVIDYA NATARAJAN'S THE UNDOING DANCE

Devadasis are women dedicated to a Hindu deity or temple. They often learn and perform classical dances and music as part of their service. However, the tradition has a complex history and has been associated with both cultural significance and social exploitation.

This article delves into the role of Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance, as a transformative force for Kalyani, the protagonist in the novel The Undoing Dance (2018). It investigates how Bharatanatyam serves not only as a form of artistic expression but also as a means of transcending caste boundaries and societal expectations. By applying the concept of the difference principle, a framework within socio-political theory, the study examines how caste-based discrimination is confronted and reimagined through the medium of dance.

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LOCALISING TEXT AND PERFORMANCE: AVENUES FOR EXPLORING SHAKESPEARE AND CULTURAL CREATIVE ADAPTATION

Shakespeare's enduring legacy has inspired a wealth of innovative adaptations that transcend traditional boundaries. Contemporary productions often depart from strict adherence to the original text, reimagining the Bard's works within diverse historical, political, and cultural contexts. While these adaptations may reinterpret plot, character, and setting, they invariably retain the core values and timeless themes that have captivated audiences for centuries.

This article delves into the intricate processes by which Shakespeare's works are seamlessly integrated into various cultural and historical frameworks. It challenges the conventional emphasis on textual or performative authenticity, arguing that a broader perspective is essential to fully appreciate the dynamic nature of Shakespearean adaptation. By examining the diverse values, practices, and experiences that shape creative processes, this study reveals the complex interplay of cultural and artistic forces at work in these productions.

Ultimately, this exploration transcends geographical and methodological limitations, inviting readers to recognise and celebrate the ever-evolving presence of Shakespeare in diverse cultures and media. By embracing innovation and diversity, contemporary Shakespearean adaptations not only pay homage to the Bard's genius but also contribute to the ongoing dialogue between the past and the present.

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