We crowd-sourced our superstitions, asking our Instagram followers about the beliefs they grew up with in different Asian households.

If you’d like to know why it’s bad luck to walk under a ladder or to cross paths with a black cat, read on for the back story to some of the most common superstitions...

Outspoken professional basketball player Enes Kanter has legally changed his name to Enes Kanter Freedom to celebrate becoming a US citizen.

Certain occasions call for a celebratory drink in the workplace – a colleague departing, a deal gone well or perhaps the end of a hard week. Yet from now on employees in France might have to rethink the way they mark such events. On 3 July, the Journal Officiel published a Decree stating that it will authorise employers in France to prohibit or restrict the consumption of alcohol on the premises.

The turkey has become synonymous with the Thanksgiving holiday, as have dishes like stuffing, mashed potatoes, candied yams, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie.

One stereotype closely associated with Spain is the tradition of the siesta – a post-lunch afternoon nap that is relaxing and rejuvenating. But where did the siesta come from and do Spaniards still enjoy one these days?

The following ten superstitions are especially beneficial for the businesses that believe them.

Let's go over some of the more quirky practices and superstitions from around the world that are related to accumulating wealth!

Learning how your international counterparts operate, embracing the customs of foreign workplaces and having the chance to build relationships with international peers can yield lasting rewards.

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.

These Japanese islanders have a long tradition of finding the secret to a successful life. And businesses can use the same idea to find their niche.

You might know Spanish, but do you KNOW Spanish?

It's time to be kind.

The country of tango and barbecue is one of the most visited places by European travelers in Latin America. Argentine traditions impact and surprise visitors who hallucinate with them. Many of them end up being adopted by those who fall in love with this charming South American country.

Veterans Day is a well-known American holiday, but there are also a few misconceptions about it — like how it’s spelled or whom exactly it celebrates. To clear some of that up, here are the important facts you should know.

To know, take a hard look at these nine key areas.