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New fashion trend Where there is heat, there is often a subject

This article discusses a new fashion trend where fans (folding fans) are becoming increasingly popular this summer due to the heat. The piece notes that more people are using fans as accessories to cope with the high temperatures, highlighting their practicality and versatility. It quotes David Johannes Ranftl, curator of the Fachermuseum in Bielefeld, who attributes the increased visibility of fans to the current heatwave. He explains that fans are sustainable, do not require batteries, and serve multiple purposes such as advertising and gift-giving. The article also references historical uses of fans across different cultures and includes images from various festivals and events where fans were prominently displayed.

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New fashion trend Where there is heat, there is often a subject

This article discusses a new fashion trend where fans (folding fans) are becoming increasingly popular this summer due to the heat. The piece notes that more people are using fans as accessories to cope with the high temperatures, highlighting their practicality and versatility. It quotes David Johannes Ranftl, curator of the Fachermuseum in Bielefeld, who attributes the increased visibility of fans to the current heatwave. He explains that fans are sustainable, do not require batteries, and serve multiple purposes such as advertising and gift-giving. The article also references historical uses of fans across different cultures and includes images from various festivals and events where fans were prominently displayed.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a cultural observation without taking a political stance. It focuses on the resurgence of fans as a fashion accessory due to climate conditions, quoting an expert without introducing ideological perspectives. There is no evident bias toward any political ideology, making the 'le

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