More: Culture
Wedlocks in Kashmir’s landscape
Marriage is a sacred institution in the human societies. Down the passing phases of time, the human beings have tied knots of man and...
Beyond the Liberty Bell: Exploring Western Philly
A visit to Philadelphia is sure to be steeped in American history and culture. It doesn't get more American than the Liberty Bell and...
The Bern Old Town: Shopping and cultural experiences of a special kind
The Bernese love laid-back, hour-long shopping trips – and will do so in any weather. Thanks to the longest weather-protected stretch of shopping promenade...
Moscow’s Best Parks and Gardens
Summertime is great for enjoying nature and outdoor activities, and Moscow perfectly combines the endless rush of big city life with places to relax...
The Revival of Etz Hayyim Synagogue
On the Greek island of Crete, a longstanding Jewish community had its presence since the first century b.c. The community had been flourishing throughout...
Culture and Behavior May Clue Climate Change Response
Behavior acculturated to ancestral norms, originally necessitated by occupation, is the focus of a new study in China with interesting ramifications for climate change. ...
Seven Years of UNITE Thailand: Freedom to be Free
BANGKOK – During the peak of Thailand’s political warfare between the Red and Yellow shirts, I was a graduate student at Teachers College, Columbia...
100 years of history: Historic hotel celebrates worker heritage
If you’re the curious sort who enjoys exploring historic sites in your free time, you’re far from alone.
Because people are fascinated with learning more...
Flip-Flops and Foreign Policy: How American Tourist Behavior Hinders U.S. National Security
Dear American tourist,
When you are in great European cathedrals, palaces, and important historical sites, would it be possible for you to leave your flip-flops...
Xinjiang: China ignores lessons from the past
A Chinese campaign to forcibly assimilate ethnic Uyghurs in its north-western province of Xinjiang in a bid to erase nationalist sentiment, counter militancy, and...