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Different Countries, Different Cultures, Different Thanksgiving Celebrations
For some people, the most special way to celebrate the holidays is in the comfort of their own home. For others, traveling the world and experiencing the holiday in different cities, states, or countries is what makes for a special […]
The Universal Language of YouTube
Over the past decade, social media applications and websites have soared due to the growing rate of technology. It’s weird to think that just ten years ago flip phones existed. The time of having to type a number three times […]
British-born Pakistani actor Riz Ahmed on challenging the world of film
Our world is diverse. Even though we all come from various cultures, races, ethnicities and religions, we have so much in common as humans. However, many people remain immobile and continue to live within their own culture and not venture […]
The 69th Primetime Emmy Awards: How Real was the Diversity?
As you may have heard, the 2017 Emmy Awards made history in terms of diversity. The reason for the buzz was because of the number of awards won by people of diverse color, descent, and ethnicity. Not only were these […]
MTV Producer Ali Baluch on the “Hyphenated Lifestyle”
Living between cultures can be confusing sometimes. If your parents were born in one country, but you were born and live in a different country, this can cause you to question what culture you ‘belong’ to. Both cultures are in […]
The Cross-Cultural Journey of Ali Baluch: An MTV Associate Producer
His Twitter is full of raw thoughts, his podcast is full of laughter, and his presence is full of charisma. When he’s not co-hosting a podcast in front of a Zayn Malik poster, you can find him as an associate […]
Hanal Pixan: El Dia de Los Muertos Celebration in Mexico
El Dia de los Muertos is a day full of colorful decorations and food to celebrate those that have passed. In Merida, Yucatan, the celebration is called Hanal Pixan. This is influenced by Mayan culture. Hanal Pixan lasts a total […]
Musings Abroad-My Life in Spain: Exploring Córdoba
When I stepped into the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, I stepped straight into the heart of the city. Córdoba is located in Southern Spain and is about three hours by bus from my city of Granada. My bus had taken me farther into […]

















