What is Diwali?
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights with its variations also celebrated in other Indian religions.
Top List of Mexican Inventors
From birth control pills to color television, Mexican inventors have contributed to creating many notable inventions.
3 Ways Hispanic Inventors Changed Our Lives
The patents they earned in middle age have reshaped parenting, commuting and music.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month With These Inspiring Inventors
As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, it is important to understand the value of the diverse perspectives that enrich our nation.
How Cultural Differences Shape Your Happiness
Researcher William Tov explains why cultural differences matter for well-being.
The Intersection Of Art, Education And Cultural Awareness
I had the pleasure of sitting down with award-winning artist and podcaster Rich Tu to shed some light on how art not only propelled a career but also allowed for a means to express cultural understanding and connection.
NINE CULTURAL VALUE DIFFERENCES YOU NEED TO KNOW
National values sit on a continuum between two contrasting approaches to a societal problem. Every nation sits somewhere between the opposing alternatives. Here are 9 to know.
How knowledge about different cultures is shaking the foundations of psychology
What effect can culture really have on the fundamental aspects of our psyche, such as perception, cognition and personality? Let’s take a look at the evidence so far.
3 Situations Where Cross-Cultural Communication Breaks Down
The strength of cross-cultural teams is their diversity of experience, perspective, and insight. But to capture those riches, colleagues must commit to open communication; they must dare to share.
12 of the Most Peculiar Cultural Customs You'll Find in Asia
Asia is an extraordinary continent full of diverse cultures, traditions, religions, languages and cuisines.
7 Unusual Traditions Around Europe
Some of these traditions go back hundreds and hundreds of years. From a human chess game to killing bears, you’ll find a selection of some truly bizarre events.
What are Cultural Value Differences?
Cultures have visible and hidden elements. Visible cultural features include artifacts, symbols, and practices; art and architecture; language, colour, and dress; and social etiquette and traditions.
Discover and Define Your Heritage
Explore questions and activities to strengthen and better express your own sense of heritage.
Odd Traditions Around the World
Different cultures have different traditions that seem vital to some people but will then seem bizarre to others.
Finger pulling: A serious sport in Germany
The sport is practiced in many European regions including Bavaria, Austria, Scandinavia, and Finland.
Bolivian Customs: Business Etiquette
Bolivians tend to be formal socially, and even more so when conducting business. Your business etiquette, conduct and attire are both important to ensuring the success of your business relationships.
Be Careful of What you Give to Chinese Colleagues
While China has opened its doors to the West, the cultural traditions of the Chinese will never be erased.
Russia’s Obsession with Flowers
If you’ve ever been to Russia you will have noticed the country’s beautiful obsession with flowers.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is observed in the United States during the month of May, and recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.
The Historical Treasure Of “Mano Po”
The Filipino traditional gesture used for greeting is known as ‘mano’, sometimes referred to as ‘bless’ in English.