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A Guide to the Everyday Items That Connect People Across Cultures
No matter where people live, everyday items often tell stories that go beyond their practical purpose.
How Can a Beauty Routine Become a Celebration of Culture and Identity?
Have you ever looked in the mirror while applying your makeup and realized that it’s more than just a routine — it’s a ritual, a connection to something deeper?
Why Some Cultures Don’t Talk About Elder Abuse and Why That’s a Problem
In some communities, the idea of elder abuse doesn’t even come up because nobody wants to admit that it happens.
Inga Aksamit on Exploring the Challenges of Growing Up Between Cultures
Author and travel writer Inga Aksamit takes readers on a journey through her globally nomadic childhood in “Between Worlds: An Expat’s Quest for Belonging.”
Is Middle Eastern Representation In Pop Culture Going In the Right Direction?
From a white man playing an Arab swordsman in 1983’s “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” to the use of desert landscapes in science fiction to Persian vampires, one could argue that Middle Eastern representation in pop culture — while making good strides in the right direction — still has a ways to go.
Barbara Agrait — Using Both Your Cultures To Enhance Understanding
Barbara Agrait, a Cuban-American public relations professional, loves being able to speak both English and Spanish.
São Paulo: The City Where Everyone’s Culture Fits
By Phillip Lucas In a city where there’s room for a little of everything, it’s almost impossible not to think about the various forms of culture that São Paulo offers. Host of the Modern Art Week, in 1922, the largest […]
Storytelling and Culture – Angela Flores On The Power to Remember
Storytelling is a vital part of the human experience. Stories give us the power to connect with people we have never met. It gives us the chance to understand the similarities and differences of our experiences within different cultures – […]