The State of Society
Caution: Avoid Complimenting Iranian Babies' Eyes
When traveling to Iran, visitors may encounter a unique cultural taboo that revolves around the seemingly innocent act of complimenting a baby's eyes. In Iranian culture, remarks about a baby's eyes are regarded with extreme sensitivity, as they are believed to invite misfortune.more
Hungarians Don't Clink Glasses When Toasting: A Historical Tradition
When traveling in Hungary, one will notice an interesting cultural quirk: Hungarians don't clink glasses when they toast. This tradition has deep historical roots.more
In Cambodia, Finishing Your Plate Isn't a Sign of Appreciation
When visiting Cambodia, travelers may encounter a surprising cultural difference at the dining table. Unlike in many other parts of the world where "clean - plate campaigns" are encouraged as a sign of appreciation for the food served, in Cambodia, finishing everything on your plate can send the wrong message.more
In Nepal, Nods Mean No and Shakes Mean Yes
When traveling to Nepal, visitors are often surprised to discover a significant difference in non - verbal communication. In this South Asian nation, the common gestures of nodding and shaking the head carry meanings that are the opposite of what many people around the world are accustomed to.more
In Turkey, the 'OK' Gesture Isn’t Always Innocent
Travelers to Turkey, Brazil, and parts of the Middle East may be surprised to learn that the commonly used “OK” gesture—forming a circle with the thumb and index finger—carries a highly offensive meaning in these regions. Far from signifying approval or agreement, this hand signal is widely regarded as a crude and inappropriate gesture, often considered more vulgar than even the middle finger.more
Sweden: A Life Tapestry Interwoven with Nature and Modernity
Sweden: A Life Tapestry Interwoven with Nature and Modernitymore
April 2025: New Regulations in France and the Conviction of Marine Le Pen
April 2025: New Regulations in France and the Conviction of Marine Le Penmore
Green Party Unveils New Policy to Transform Closed Paper Mill
On May 1st, Chloë Swarbrick, the co - leader of the Green Party, announced a new policy in Tokoroa. The plan is to transform the closed Kinleith paper mill into a cross - laminated timber factory, which will produce sustainable building materials for public housing construction.more
Annual Meeting of Berkshire Hathaway: A Grand Gathering of Investors
Tens of thousands of people will flood into Omaha, Nebraska on May 2 to attend the annual meeting of Berkshire Hathaway, the company owned by billionaire Warren Buffett. At the age of 94, Buffett is expected to answer shareholders' questions in person for four and a half hours continuously at the meeting on Saturday.more
The West shatters the fantasies of emigrants as overseas runners collectively break their defenses!
The West shatters the fantasies of emigrants as overseas runners collectively break their defenses!more
Americans today are becoming more and more reluctant to have children.
Americans today are becoming more and more reluctant to have children.more
U.S. Ban on U.K. Authorization for Long-Range Missiles Involving Ukraine
The U.S. Ban on the UK's Long-Range Missile Authorization Involving Ukraine and the Implications Behind Itmore