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The Ascanio Day, observed every January 8th, has evolved into a nostalgic phenomenon for Italians. It serves as a portal to a pre-social media era, allowing individuals to reconnect with the digital landscape of their youth. The tradition involves sharing phrases related to letting Ascanio in on social media, creating a sense of belonging to a unique web culture that predates contemporary social networks. This annual ritual showcases the enduring impact of digital experiences on the collective memory of a generation. Originating in 2008, the Ascanio Day can be traced back to a YouTube video featuring the song "Pariya" by Iranian artist Shahram Shabpareh. The video, with playful Italian subtitles, created a mondegreen—a misinterpretation of lyrics based on phonetic similarity. The viral phrase "hey, let Ascanio in from January 8th" emerged, becoming a staple in Italian social media every 8th of January. Despite the removal of the original video in 2022 due to copyright issues, the Ascanio phenomenon persists, illustrating the enduring power of internet culture. The song: https://www.facebook.com/ascaniohottodigennaio/videos/canzone-iraniana-italianizzata-esce-ma-non-mi-rosica-shahram-shabpareh/267425268816285/ An Italian singer went to Iranian’s got talent to sing “Hey lascia entrare Ascanio” and received a lot of success both in Iran and Italy. Lots of comedians make other videos every year to celebrate this occurrence by leaving some people named Ascanio in. Sources: https://www.deejay.it/articoli/esce-ma-non-mi-rosica-8-gennaio-ascanio-canzone-testo/amp/ https://www.gazzetta.it/spettacolo/08-01-2023/e-l-8-di-gennaio-lascia-entrare-ascanio-cos-e-e-che-cosa-significa_amp.shtml https://www.skuola.net/amp/news/spettacolo/l-8-gennaio-e-l-ascanio-day-tutte-le-curiosita-su-questa-strana.html

A retro-styled stamp, slightly crooked as if stuck on in a rush. Features a coffee cup (freddo espresso) abandoned on the desk. Great for sending late replies with charm.

Although it is common for many people around the world to think that Brazilian speaks Spanish, it is necessary to remember that Brazil was discovered and colonized by Portugal.

Lembrança grata de pessoa ausente, de um momento passado, ou de alguma coisa de que alguém se vê privado. Uma palavra da língua portuguesa, que é difícil de expressar ou traduzir para outros idiomas. É como se apenas nós tivéssemos este sentimento. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saudade

In Costa Rica the most famous expression is Pura Vida! It means many things, however mostly we use to offer good vibes

In Brazil, it's common (and funny) to use what we call "Gírias Idosas", which means some words or expressions used for elderly people. It would be interesting to have a stamp pack with these expressions. Examples (in Portuguese): Supimpa Batuta Arrebentar a boca do balão Do balacobaco Pitel Qual sua graça? Borocoxô Serelepe Traquinas Xuxu beleza Chato de galocha

The feeling when you are going to get drunk home alone in your underwear – with no intention of going out.

The most iconic and versatile word in Viennese dialect, Oida! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuXR53ex4iI

Crocodile tears, or superficial sympathy, is a false, insincere display of emotion such as a hypocrite crying fake tears of grief. The phrase derives from an ancient belief that crocodiles shed tears while consuming their prey, and as such is present in many modern languages, especially in Europe where it was introduced through Latin. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crocodile_tears

Soro Soke is a Yoruba word meaning speak up. During the End Sars Protest in 2022, it became a clarion call that rallied Nigerian youths and urged everyone to speak up against police brutality and demand their rights. It would be nice to have a stamp on here that immortalizes this resilient spirit the youths showcased.