March 30, 2021
This month, Muslims around the world embark on Ramadan, fasting for 30 days from sunrise to sunset to celebrate the…
Lifestyle & Culture
Highlights of different cultures around the world and ways to find home when you're overseas.
March 9, 2021
I celebrated my first Pohela Boishakh, or the Bengali New Year, nearly five years ago. Marrying into a Bengali family means…
March 7, 2021
Known as the Festival of Colors across the globe, Holi is perhaps one of the most recognized Indian festivals today….
February 18, 2021
We’ve all likely seen some unique and beautiful currencies in our lifetime, especially when exchanging money. Though digital money transfers,…
February 2, 2021
Valentine’s Day is celebrated as a day of love around the world on February 14. The tradition dates back to…
January 21, 2021
When I was much younger, my mom, Sally, now a retired accountant, would go to the bank to send money…
January 20, 2021
Guatemala draws tourists every year to its scenic villages and ancient ruins. It’s also the homeland of many immigrants to…
December 13, 2020
The Philippines are known for their Christmas spirit. They participate in one of the longest, if not the longest, Christmas…
December 13, 2020
Where in the world do our festive traditions come from?
December 1, 2020
When living away from your family and friends, it can be tough to get into the holiday spirit. While we…
