Ringing in the New Year—The World Celebrates!
Ringing in the New Year . . . We don't all celebrate the new year around the world at the same time, and we don't all celebrate the new year in the same way.
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December 31, 2019
Ethiopia—An Invitation to ‘The 12 Countries of Christmas’
Who said Christmas has to be celebrated on December 25? In some parts of the world—it's not! Find how when and how they celebrate in Ethiopia.
December 19, 2019
long holiday weekend bridge
The Whole World Celebrates Long ‘Bridge’ Weekends
Want an extra day off from work or school to sleep in and relax? Long "bridge" weekends are common around the world. Learn some "cultural tidbits."
December 9, 2019
time and culture
Is Your Culture Time-Stressed or Time-Relaxed?
Is your culture time-stressed, always watching the clock, or is it more time-relaxed? It's not always easy to adapt based on your personality.
November 6, 2019
Cultural Awareness—Is it OK to Have Wet Hair?
Sometimes you're in a hurry and don't have time to dry your hair. Is it ok to walk out of the house with your hair still wet? Not always!
November 4, 2019
Language Barriers—That’s Not What I Meant!
Sometimes, a mispronunciation of a word in a foreign language can lead to some major barriers, bloopers, and misunderstandings.
October 28, 2019
Did You Know . . . A Favorite Spanish Appetizer?
Every country and culture has their favorite foods. This Spanish appetizer was a surprisingly good one—a first for our family.
October 26, 2019